Onsite Facilities Lead - Innovation Campus (Mon-Fri)

Oil--dri-Corporation-of-Americ; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 6% company match

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO & paid holidays

Work-life balance

Career growth with exposure to senior‑

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is seeking a Senior Facilities Specialist to oversee the Vernon Hills Innovation Campus, including the Innovation Center, Pilot Plant, and Microbiology Lab. You will ensure a safe work environment, manage facilities projects, and coordinate with contractors.

The role is onsite at Vernon Hills, IL, with Monday–Friday work expectations and opportunities to lead long-term planning, renovations, and cost-reduction initiatives across locations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in facilities management, building operations, maintenance, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, building automation, and other facility systems.
• Bachelor’s or technical degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance for R&D Innovation Campus in Vernon Hills.
• Plan and schedule preventive maintenance for building systems.
• Coordinate with external contractors and service providers.
• Manage budgets and spending on contracts and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Facilities management

Vendor management

Project coordination

Communication

Budgeting

Supervisory skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or technical degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is seeking a Senior Facilities Specialist to oversee the Vernon Hills Innovation Campus, including the Innovation Center, Pilot Plant, and Microbiology Lab. You will ensure a safe work environment, manage facilities projects, and coordinate with contractors.

The role is onsite at Vernon Hills, IL, with Monday–Friday work expectations and opportunities to lead long-term planning, renovations, and cost-reduction initiatives across locations.