Manufacturing Facilities Manager | Operations & Safety

CBRE; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead on-site operations at a pet food manufacturing facility. You will oversee building operations, maintenance programs, vendor partnerships, and safety programs while guiding a team of facilities professionals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will manage budgets, capital projects, and performance metrics, ensuring production continuity and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred with 3–5 years of facilities, building operations, maintenance, or related experience.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience leading, mentoring, developing, and managing employee performance.
• Strong knowledge of facility maintenance, building systems, and operational best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, capital projects, and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and resolve complex issues.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities in a dynamic environment.
• Advanced analytical and mathematical skills with the ability to interpret operational and financial data.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a facilities team, providing coaching, performance management, training, and ongoing support.
• Coordinate daily facility operations, maintenance activities, and work schedules to ensure business continuity.
• Manage repairs, preventative maintenance, and facility improvement projects through technicians, contractors, and service providers.
• Build strong relationships with client stakeholders and drive resolution of facility-related issues.
• Prepare and manage operating budgets, capital expenditure plans, and financial variance reporting.
• Conduct facility inspections and quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Oversee environmental health and safety programs, promoting a safe and compliant workplace.
• Manage vendor contracts, procurement activities, invoicing processes, and service performance.

Skills

Facilities management

Budgeting & financial reporting

Leadership & mentoring

Operations coordination

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in facilities management or related field

Job description

CBRE is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead on-site operations at a pet food manufacturing facility. You will oversee building operations, maintenance programs, vendor partnerships, and safety programs while guiding a team of facilities professionals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will manage budgets, capital projects, and performance metrics, ensuring production continuity and regulatory compliance.