Facility Maintenance Manager

Smp Automotive; Alabama; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Career growth

Job summary

SMP Automotive Systems Alabama is seeking an experienced Facility Maintenance Manager to lead our facility maintenance and infrastructure operations.

This role ensures the reliability, safety, and cost-efficient operation of plant utilities, buildings, and grounds. It oversees maintenance personnel, contractors, and capital projects while driving energy efficiency and continuous improvement throughout the facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of five years of experience in facility maintenance or related field, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience managing facility maintenance personnel, contractors and capital projects.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, industrial utilities, and facility infrastructure.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs and asset management.
• Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, fire protection, environmental and building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage facility maintenance operations including personnel development and budgeting.
• Ensure reliability and availability of facility infrastructure and utility systems (HVAC, electrical, water, etc.).
• Oversee maintenance and repair of buildings, roofs, parking lots, and grounds.
• Develop and implement preventative and corrective maintenance programs.
• Manage capital improvement projects from planning through completion.
• Coordinate contractors and service providers within budgets and schedules.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements across the facility.
• Monitor utility consumption and identify energy efficiency opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

Maintenance management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Facility Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Full Time Management Cottondale, AL, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 2203

Facility Maintenance Manager

About SMP Automotive Systems Alabama

SMP Automotive Systems Alabama Inc. is part of the Motherson Group, one of the world's leading automotive suppliers. Our facility in the Tuscaloosa area manufactures highly integrated automotive modules and plastic components for leading automotive manufacturers.

We are committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and developing our employees while maintaining a safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing environment.

Position Overview

SMP Automotive Systems Alabama is seeking an experiencedFacility Maintenance Manager to lead our facility maintenance and infrastructure operations.

This position is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and cost-effective operation of our plant infrastructure, utilities, buildings, and grounds. The Facility Maintenance Manager will oversee facility maintenance personnel, manage contractors and capital improvement projects, and drive initiatives focused on facility reliability, energy efficiency, and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will possess strong technical knowledge, leadership capabilities, and experience managing facility operations within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage facility maintenance operations, including personnel development, resource planning, and departmental performance.
• Ensure the reliability and availability of facility infrastructure and utility systems, including HVAC, electrical distribution, compressed air, chilled water, natural gas, water, and wastewater systems.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of building structures, roofing, parking lots, fencing, docks, overhead doors, and grounds.
• Develop and implement preventative and corrective maintenance programs for facility assets and building systems.
• Manage facility-related capital improvement projects, expansions, renovations, and infrastructure upgrades from planning through completion.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, and service providers to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and within established budgets and schedules.
• Oversee facility security, access control, fire alarm, and fire suppression systems, including required inspections and certifications.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, fire protection, building, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor utility consumption and facility operating costs while identifying opportunities for energy efficiency and cost reduction.
• Develop and manage facility maintenance budgets, capital investment plans, and procurement activities.
• Establish facility performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with plant leadership, production, engineering, EHS, and other departments to support manufacturing operations.
• Report facility performance, project status, budget results, and improvement opportunities to the Maintenance Director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field preferred. Equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum of five years of experience in facility maintenance, facilities engineering, infrastructure management, or a related field, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience managing facility maintenance personnel, contractors, and capital improvement projects.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, industrial utilities, and facility infrastructure.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs, maintenance management systems, and facility asset management.
• Knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA, fire protection, environmental, and building regulations.
• Experience with budget management, cost control, and investment planning.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and applicable maintenance management systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• The opportunity to contribute to a growing automotive manufacturing organization.

SMP Automotive Systems Alabama Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.