Manager Facilities & Maintenance Startup Implementation

Leads facility readiness planning and maintenance program development for startup sites in Ryder's Supply Chain Solutions division.

About the role

When Fortune 500 businesses and new startups need supply chain solutions, they look to our industry-leading logistics experts. At Ryder, there is more to being a supply chain professional than working on some of the nation’s biggest brands. We make sure you are also getting the diverse experience, advancement opportunities, all from an industry-leading Fortune 500 company.

Responsibilities

• Own full site facility readiness ensuring all infrastructure is operational before launch.
• Lead coordination of MHE and automation installation aligning with operations.
• Manage vendor performance ensuring quality and timelines are met.
• Develop maintenance programs and asset management systems.
• Train and develop Maintenance Managers for site ownership.
• Resolve infrastructure issues impacting startup timelines.
• Analyze costs and performance to drive improvements.
• Support existing sites and provide leadership as needed.
• Align with cross-functional teams on startup execution.
• 75–80% travel required as a baseline expectation. Must maintain flexibility for responsive and short-notice travel based on startup and operational needs.
• Annual inspections during non-startup periods.
• Expected early Monday travel for site arrival and support, with Friday afternoon or evening departure to return home.
• Must be available for two-week consecutive on-site assignments when business or startup needs require.
• Must be able to travel throughout North America (US, Canada and Mexico).
• Timely documentation, expense reporting, and data submission are mandatory to support financial accuracy and overall project success.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or Supply Chain, preferred
• H.S. Diploma/GED, required
• 7 years or more in experience in facilities management, maintenance leadership, or engineering support roles, required
• Up to 90% travel

Pay

Annual salary: $85,000–$95,000. Annual bonus potential: up to 10% of base salary. Pay type: exempt/salary, paid twice per month.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision benefits starting at 30 days
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Discounted employee stock purchase options
• Quality employee discounts on tools, cars, appliances, travel, and more
• All major holidays paid and paid time off within your first year
• Up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance options
• Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family, and parental leave
• Tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan