Sr. Facilities Supervisor

Gentex Corp.; Carbondale (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gentex Corporation is seeking a Senior Facilities Supervisor to lead maintenance and operations at the Carbondale, PA facility. You will manage internal staff and external contractors, drive preventive maintenance, and optimize uptime of building systems and equipment in a large-scale operation.

The role requires 10+ years in facilities management with at least 5 years in supervision, plus a degree in Facilities Management or Engineering.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on facilities management, plant operations, or related infra.
• At least 5 years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of internal technicians and external contractors.
• Oversee preventive and reactive maintenance programs to ensure uptime.
• Manage budgets and source equipment or supplies.
• Negotiate SLAs and supervise contractor work sites.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Facilities leadership

CMMS proficiency

Budget management

Verbal & written communication

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Facilities Management or Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

At Gentex Corporation, we’ve created an environment where great ideas and great people can thrive. Leveraging a history that spans over 130 years, Gentex is a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel operating in high performance environments. Join our multinational team of exceptional and dedicated employees around the world and work on challenging and rewarding projects, grow your skills, and advance your career all while making a positive difference in the lives of our customers. Together, you and Gentex can build a career that’s uniquely yours.

About the Job:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Facilities Supervisor with 10+ years of progressive experience in facilities management, plant operations, or large-scale commercial/institutional infrastructure. They will lead a team of internal technicians and external contractors, manage preventive and reactive maintenance programs, and drive operational efficiency across our facilities.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Facilities Supervisor: The facilities supervisor is responsible for the physical infrastructure, maintenance, and safe operation of the company’s buildings, equipment, and grounds. This includes managing the Production Maintenance, Facilities Maintenance and Machine Shop Departments. Responsibilities include keeping manufacturing operations running smoothly by ensuring that maintenance departments work efficiently, follow regulations, and provide a safe, productive environment.

Team Leadership & Supervision: Hire, train, schedule, mentor, and evaluate a team of maintenance and trade staff. Delegate work orders and manage performance metrics to minimize downtime.

Operations & Maintenance: Oversee daily upkeep of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, life safety, and waste management. Implement comprehensive preventive maintenance programs. From a production maintenance perspective, responsibilities also include the repair and maintenance of various production and process-based equipment used to support daily manufacturing needs.

Project & Contractor Management: Direct minor construction, space planning, renovation, and capital improvement projects. Assist in the negotiation of service level agreements (SLAs), manage external vendor contracts, and supervise contractor work sites.

Budgeting & Cost Control: Monitor annual operating and capital project budgets, track facility expenses, and source equipment or supplies.

Additional Responsibilities Include:

• Coordinate routine and urgent maintenance in the facility.
• Plan, schedule, and supervise building repairs and upgrades. Examples include but not limited to, plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, machine servicing, and electrical servicing.
• Monitor and replenish building supplies as required.
• Maintain a preventive maintenance plan for the site, including the care, cleaning, repair, and storage of all manufacturing tools.
• Ensure continuous production and uphold a strong commitment to customer service by promptly, amicably, and accurately addressing work orders.
• Comply with ISO standard operating procedures.
• Assist with various projects assigned by site leadership.
• Display schedule flexibility to support critical activity when necessary.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION, PROFESSIONAL LICENSE(s) and EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent combination of extensive trade/military experience).

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in facilities management, commercial maintenance, or industrial plant operations (HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems), with at least 5 years in a supervisory or management capacity.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of hard and soft facility systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, structural repairs, building automation).

Core Competencies: Strong leadership, conflict resolution, verbal/written communication, budget management, and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) proficiency.

• Comprehensive technical expertise in electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire suppression, and general building maintenance.
• Proficient hands-on technical skills and general mechanical knowledge.
• Self-motivated with strong technical task prioritization skills.
• Effective communication with site and corporate leadership.
• Advanced equipment and machinery maintenance ability preferred.

Location:

Gentex’s Carbondale facility is located in Northeastern Pennsylvania in Lackawanna County. Carbondale, PA is about twenty miles north of Scranton, PA, 50 miles south of Binghamton, NY, and about 125 miles from New York City and Philadelphia. The area hosts numerous nearby state parks, nature preserves and local colleges and universities, including The University of Scranton and Marywood University. Northeast Pennsylvania is a beautiful area and offers an excellent cost of living. It is a great place to work, meet people, raise a family and live!

Gentex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for any applicable state or federal protected class. Gentex is an E-Verify Participant. Pre-employment drug/alcohol/background screening is required.