Senior Facilities & Equipment Manager – East Coast

Industrialelectricmanufacturing; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

IEM is seeking a Senior Facilities Manager to oversee 800k+ sq ft of manufacturing, office, and warehouse spaces, ensuring critical infrastructure runs smoothly and cost-effectively. You will report to the Director of Facilities and lead cross-site initiatives.

The role requires managing 24/7 operations, coordinating maintenance, supervising up to four staff, and coordinating with EHS for safety and compliance. Travel to East Coast facilities is expected, with primary work in Jacksonville, FL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent blend of experience, education and/or certifications.
• 8+ years of broad facilities management experience in manufacturing, office and warehouse environments.
• 7+ years supervisory experience in Facilities including people and project management as well as departmental budgetary responsibilities.
• Experience working with governmental agencies for permitting and approval of complex projects.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience providing efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.
• Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations using analytical and quantitative skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior vendor management and negotiation skills.
• Hands-on troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Strong facility-related assessment and troubleshooting skills.
• Partner with EHS to ensure safety and compliance of the facility through implementation and adherence to appropriate procedures, especially regarding planning and new capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage properties across multiple spaces across the East coast and may even help support multiple facilities across the Mid-West with pride ensuring function, cleanliness, and organization.
• Ensure all sites are consistent with the standards developed and implement policies to ensure we are compliant and scaling accordingly.
• Implementation of SOP, MOP & EOP.
• Plan, select, propose, and implement equipment and systems upgrades and potential replacements to ensure efficiency and cost control.
• Coordinate system repairs and monitor system performance.
• Ensure properly functioning facility infrastructure, including: HVAC, electrical, plumbing and other systems supporting manufacturing.
• Set priorities for the site improvement projects and activities.
• Plan and coordinate major maintenance activities, including scheduled site shutdowns.
• Responsible for effective 24/7 uninterrupted support of facilities operational activities
• Work with management to achieve maximum utilization of assigned facilities space.
• Create and maintain vendor relationships to support business needs.
• Interact, where appropriate, with landlord to manage facility related obligations.
• Execute equipment audits and record taking policies.
• Maintain facilities compliance with local, county, state, and federal regulations.
• Clearly communicate project timelines and hold teams accountable for on-time, on-budget delivery.
• While most materials are delivered to job sites, the role may occasionally require travel to obtain parts or transport equipment to off-site facilities.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle.
• On-call availability for emergency response during non-standard hours is required.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal

Strong organizational

Analytical skills

Manage multiple priorities

Hands-on troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's or equivalent blend of experience, education and/or certifications

Tools

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Job description

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.

Position Summary

The Senior Facilities Manager will oversee and manage 800k+ sq. ft. of custom designed and curated signature space of manufacturing, office, warehouse and other business environments ensuring all building related infrastructure and support services function well, remain cost effective, and are scalable. This role will report to the Director of Facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Manage Properties

• Manage properties across multiple spaces across the East coast and may even help support multiple facilities across the Mid-West with pride ensuring function, cleanliness, and organization.
• Ensure all sites are consistent with the standards developed and implement policies to ensure we are compliant and scaling accordingly.
• Implementation of SOP, MOP & EOP.
• Plan, select, propose, and implement equipment and systems upgrades and potential replacements to ensure efficiency and cost control.
• Coordinate system repairs and monitor system performance.
• Ensure properly functioning facility infrastructure, including: HVAC, electrical, plumbing and other systems supporting manufacturing.
• Set priorities for the site improvement projects and activities.
• Plan and coordinate major maintenance activities, including scheduled site shutdowns.
• Responsible for effective 24/7 uninterrupted support of facilities operational activities

Professional Service / Customer Service / Business Partnerships

• Work with management to achieve maximum utilization of assigned facilities space.
• Create and maintain vendor relationships to support business needs.
• Interact, where appropriate, with landlord to manage facility related obligations.

Audit / Compliance / Documentation

• Execute equipment audits and record taking policies.
• Maintain facilities compliance with local, county, state, and federal regulations.
• Clearly communicate project timelines and hold teams accountable for on-time, on-budget delivery.

Travel and Licensing:

• While most materials are delivered to job sites, the role may occasionally require travel to obtain parts or transport equipment to off-site facilities.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle.
• On-call availability for emergency response during non-standard hours is required.

Physical Demands:

• Activity Levels: This position requires the ability to sit (approximately 30% of the time) and walk/stand (approximately 70% of the time).
• Lifting: Must be able to regularly lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Mobility: Frequent bending, twisting, and general physical labor are required. May need to climb ladders and perform tasks that require balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision

This role may lead up to 4 other roles across multiple states as we continue to grow our facilities.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's or equivalent blend of experience, education and/or certifications
• 8+ years of broad facilities management experience in manufacturing, office and warehouse environments.
• 7+ years supervisory experience in Facilities including both people and project management as well as departmental budgetary responsibilities.
• Experience working with appropriate governmental agencies for permitting and approval of complex projects.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience providing efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.
• Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations using analytical and quantitative skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior vendor management and negotiation skills.
• Hands‑on troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Strong facility-related (e.g. mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC) assessment and troubleshooting skills.
• Partner with EHS to ensure safety and compliance of the facility through implementation and adherence to appropriate procedures, especially regarding planning and new capital projects.

Location

• The position will support multiple facilities across the East Coast, but this role will work onsite in Jacksonville, Florida, but will require regular travel to IEM facilities across the East Coast, supplier sites, compliance audits or conferences.

Primary is still in Jacksonville, FL; however, we would also allow for the following locations and want to target:

• Dublin, OH
• Ashburn, VA
• South Bend, IN
• Ridgeland, MS
• Atlanta, GAOr
• Greenfield, IN

Why Join IEM

At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com

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