Building and Facilities Maintenance Manager - Refrigerated Distribution Center

Main Responsibilities

• Manage the repair and maintenance of the retail MHE (material handling equipment) fleet.
• Communicate repairs and replacements with store personnel.
• Set and monitor maintenance performance targets both short and long term.
• Stay abreast on current and future Federal, State, and Municipal laws and regulations, collective bargaining agreements and company work requirements regarding maintenance and warehouse operations.
• Manage labor relations by dealing with grievances, corporate, warehouse employees, and union business agents.
• Ensure that all facility and equipment meet regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, USDA, FDA, NFPA, etc.).
• Ensure that all department personnel are trained in the safe operation and repairs of all equipment, including emergency tasks and procedures.
• Manage capital development, cost estimation and project management.
• Ensure safe operation of all refrigeration systems (ammonia, boilers, chillers, etc.), with oversight of PSM (process safety management) compliance.
• Ensure all CMMS data is current and accurate, including assets, purchasing, inventory, and for department supervision, engineers, mechanics, and associated personnel.
• Develop a work environment within distribution that promotes trust, teamwork, quality, and safety.
• Aid in the creation, review, and modification of existing workflow procedures and tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 4 years management experience (preferably in refrigerated distribution).
• Strong overall knowledge of anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems, process safety management (PSM / OSHA), and risk management plan (RMP / EPA) compliance.
• Possess a skilled labor aptitude to understand the mechanical, electrical, piping, and structural equipment.
• Proficient in understanding blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility.
• Experience in a union environment (strong labor relations skills preferred).
• Strong interpersonal and team building skills, including the ability to empower, supervise, coach, and direct a diverse workforce.
• Well-developed computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Willingness to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays (as needed).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills required for effective communications with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage large capital projects.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of (National Fire Protection) NFPA 20, NFPA 13, and NFPA E-70 (Shock Hazard and Arc Flash).

Skills

• Skilled labor aptitude to understand the mechanical, electrical, piping, and structural equipment.
• Proficient in understanding blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Well-developed computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Benefits

We also provide a variety of benefits including competitive wages paid weekly, access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday via our partnership with Stream, discounts on health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!), time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay), and an inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve.