Facility Manager: Lead Site Operations & Safety

MDS Staffing; Coon Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MDS Staffing is seeking a Facility Manager in Coon Rapids, IA to lead a small 20-person operation, supervising site technicians and coordinating daily work to ensure uptime while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced industrial setting. A technical background is preferred and a bonus program may apply.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a technical operations role, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead capacity.
• Proven experience managing teams in an industrial environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle physically demanding tasks.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., electrical engineering, computer science, or mechanical engineering) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of site technicians, setting clear performance expectations and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate daily work schedules, task assignments, and coverage to ensure consistent operational uptime.
• Conduct regular team check-ins, performance reviews, and on-the-job training to build technical capability across the team.
• Oversee monitoring and maintenance of all performance and uptime across the facility.
• Develop and enforce preventive maintenance schedules, including building and container filter changes, miner cleaning, and system inspections.
• Manage end-to-end day-to-day operations of the facility.
• Monitor environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, dust) and direct corrective actions to protect equipment longevity.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, incident reports, and performance records.
• Enforce all site safety policies and ensure the team adheres to OSHA guidelines, PPE requirements, and electrical safety protocols.
• Maintain compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations governing facility operations.
• Conduct regular safety walkthroughs, identify hazards, and implement corrective measures proactively.
• Serve as the on-site point of contact for inspections, audits, and regulatory inquiries.

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., electrical engineering, computer science, or mechanical engineering) is a plus

Job description

MDS Staffing is seeking a Facility Manager in Coon Rapids, IA to lead a small 20-person operation, supervising site technicians and coordinating daily work to ensure uptime while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced industrial setting. A technical background is preferred and a bonus program may apply.