Sr. Facility Maintenance Manager

Saddle Creek; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Saddle Creek is seeking a Sr. Facility Maintenance Manager in Lakeland, FL. In this role, you will lead maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. The position requires extensive experience in facility management within a fast-paced environment. Join a family-oriented company that values teamwork and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Annual bonus eligibility

Vacation and holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

Company paid life insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in facility/machinery/equipment maintenance.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in food-grade environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility maintenance and equipment upkeep.
• Oversee vendor and contractor compliance.
• Directly manage a team of 60-65 associates.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Sr. Facility Maintenance Manager

Apply locations Lakeland, FL time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R26245

Why Work for Saddle Creek?

Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a difference in our community but offer our associates opportunities to enhance their skills, build meaningful careers and end each day with a sense of accomplishment. If you’re looking for a family-oriented company that lives by its values and offers competitive pay and benefits, join our team today.

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Department: Operations

Location: Lakeland, FL

Position Description

Responsible for successfully leading the facility and equipment maintenance, repair, installation, and upkeep as well as regulatory compliance. This position works with multiple department managers as well as vendors and suppliers to support operations in providing exceptional service to our customers and directs a culture of continuous improvement through process improvement, best practices, measurement and accountability. This position also coordinates with necessary regulatory agencies, interfaces with auditors and inspectors and with internal resources to ensure compliance with all federal, state, local and company requirements and programs.

Responsibilities

Maintenance and Facility Management

• Directly manages all facility maintenance and equipment procurement, repairs, maintenance, and installation
• Manages approximately 60-65 associates in a 2.3 million sq. foot campus of multiple warehouses and other buildings
• Manages team members to execute operational goals and expectations. Reviews team performance via frequent feedback and formal performance reviews
• Oversees vendors and contractors to minimize productivity disruptions
• Directlyresponsible for building maintenance to include electrical, structural maintenance as well as sanitation.
• Directly responsible for MHE fleet, packaging equipment, and automated/robotic equipment repairs and maintenance for location
• Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and all Saddle Creek policies and procedures regarding safety and compliance
• Develops recommendations for purchases including facility supplies, equipment and services
• Conducts solicitation of new vendors, analyzes bids and negotiates agreements with service providers
• Manages all service vendors to ensure compliance with service agreements
• Performs basic inspections, checks, and audits related to safety, security, and fire suppression, to include knowledge of fire extinguishers, riser dump valves, pump testing and system maintenance
• Manages AIB program for the location and facilitates the actual audit

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• 10+ years of experience of progressive facility/machinery/equipment maintenance experience in a warehouse, manufacturing or distribution environment. Food Grade experience is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of supervisory experience directly supervising or managing a team of salaried and hourly associates, preferably maintenance and sanitation associates.
• Experience negotiating and managing vendor service agreements
• Experience managing facilities and/or equipment maintenance in a construction, distribution, manufacturing, or fleet maintenance setting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must demonstrate collaborative leadership skills to influence and manage change
• Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), internet, web-based and job specific software applications. Possess good time management and decision-making skills and have the ability to prioritize duties in a high-stress environment.
• High school diploma or GED required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Hands-on leader accustomed to participating in maintenance activities as needed with practical experience and a solid mechanical aptitude
• Ability to build strong working relationships with all levels of management
• Ability to lead others in a positive working environment and to grow and develop employees
• Proven ability to successfully meet deliverables and excel in a fast paced and challenging environment
• Ability to negotiate, make recommendations and prepare written proposals
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate and present information to employees at all levels
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics and other diagrams
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, including, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to travel occasionally as required
• Solid judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Must have a proven record of taking initiative and responsibility, both individually and as a member of a team
• Experience writing detailed policies and procedures and process flow documents
• Process improvement and continuous improvement experience

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Benefits:

• Benefits packageincluding medical, dental, vision, HSA, and medical reimbursement

• Annual bonus eligibility

• 401(k) match

• Vacation and holiday pay

• Employee assistance and identity theft protection

• Career development and opportunity for internal promotions

• Tuition reimbursement for further education

• Company paid life insurance and short term disability

Saddle Creek is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and existing associates and evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, color, religious creed, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), mental or physical disability, medical condition, military and veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, governmental regulations and executive orders. View the EEO poster here .View the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provisionhere . View the E-Verify Postinghere .

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About Us

Saddle Creek is in the logistics business. Over the past 50 years, our associates built Saddle Creek into what it is today by treating each other with respect and working together to succeed. Our people make a difference every day to our clients, to our business, and to each other. The growth and success we’ve experienced requires smart, dedicated people working in a supportive environment.

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