Fleet & Facilities Manager

DSJ Global; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice distributor is seeking a Fleet & Facility Operations Manager in Wisconsin, responsible for the safe and efficient operation of fleet maintenance, refrigeration systems, and compliance with various regulations. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of facility management experience, a strong grasp of OSHA and EPA requirements, and knowledge of ammonia and Freon systems. This role is critical for maintaining a safe workplace and ensures uninterrupted service to customers.

Qualifications

• 5 years of facilities management experience.
• 3 years working with refrigeration systems within cold chain distribution.
• Strong understanding of OSHA, EPA, USDA, FDA, GMP, and other regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Direct and monitor associates responsible for maintenance.
• Oversee operation of refrigeration systems to meet temperature control standards.
• Manage inventory control of company assets and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Facilities management experience

Refrigeration systems knowledge

Regulatory compliance understanding

Ammonia and Freon systems knowledge

Building and fire protection standards knowledge

Job description

Title: Fleet & Facility Operations Manager

Schedule: On site 5x a week

Company Profile: A leading foodservice distributor is looking to add a Fleet & Facility Operations Manager to their team. This person will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of all fleet maintenance including general maintenance, repairs, sanitation, security, power industrial equipment, and compliance on all systems and vendor services. This position is critical to maintaining a safe workplace, protecting product quality, and enabling uninterrupted service to customers.

The Fleet & Facility Operations Manager will Be Responsible For the Following:

• Direct and monitor associates responsible for building, grounds, sanitation, refrigeration systems, power industrial equipment, and security maintenance using tracking software and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Oversee the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of refrigeration systems to ensure temperature control standards are met for perishable products. Partner with Quality Assurance and Food Safety teams to prevent product loss, maintain cold chain integrity, and respond quickly to temperature excursions or equipment failures.
• Oversee the selection, purchase, utilization, and inventory control of company assets such as racking, material handling equipment, refrigeration units, fuel, and shop equipment.
• Manage, assign, and oversee all facility operations activities and capital projects. Ensure timely, high-quality completion while minimizing impact on distribution operations.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, USDA, DOT, Tax Commission, etc.). Conduct internal audits and maintain documentation for inspections, food safety protocols, EPSM, Process Safety Management (PSM), ammonia refrigeration safety, and fire protection systems.

The Fleet & Facility Operations Manager Should Have the Following Qualifications:

• 5 years of facilities management experience.
• 3 years working with refrigeration systems within cold chain distribution.
• Strong understanding of OSHA, EPA, USDA, FDA, GMP, and other regulatory compliance requirements.
• Working knowledge of ammonia and Freon systems.
• Working knowledge of all applicable building, life/safety, and fire protection standards and codes.