Facilities Manager

About Williams‑Sonoma DC – Olive Branch, MS Founded in 1956, Williams‑Sonoma has grown into a leading retailer of home‑furnishing brands such as Williams‑Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm. Its Distribution Centers connect factories to retail, online and mail‑order customers worldwide, supporting a dynamic and expanding supply‑chain network. Facilities Manager – Responsibilities Lead a maintenance team, ensuring equipment availability and a comprehensive Preventative Maintenance program. Provide leadership, training and guidance to associates. Oversee all production machinery—including sewing machines, conveyors, heat tunnels and automated cutting equipment—to achieve 99.9% uptime. Plan, design, budget and facilitate projects related to furniture upholstery and distribution. Design, develop and program control systems. Manage the maintenance budget, eliminating external services when possible and ensuring competitive pricing for supplies. Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe environment through safety education, problem correction, and employee training. Support Williams‑Sonoma’s Mission, Vision and Core Values. Drive continuous improvement and customer service excellence. Document all maintenance activities, including system malfunctions, timesheets, supply costs, inventory accuracy and project plans. Ensure compliance with local, state and federal health, safety and employment laws. Collaborate cooperatively with peers and subordinates. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. At least 5 years of supervisory/management experience in industrial maintenance or distribution. Electrical and mechanical knowledge with hands‑on experience. Proven ability to design, develop and program control systems. Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook. Understanding of power distribution requirements. Ability to read blueprints and diagrams. Strong team‑leading skills and effective verbal and written communication. Preferred Qualifications Associate’s degree in a related field. Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and controls systems. Physical Requirements Work at heights and in unusual positions. Operate hand tools safely. Lift up to 75 pounds regularly. Operate powered industrial equipment, including forklifts, pallet‑jacks and hand‑carts. Tolerate exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust and motion around moving equipment. Maintain eye/hand coordination, foot and wrist dexterity for repetitive motions. Work in small spaces and on uneven surfaces; tolerate vibration and vibration‑heavy environments. Walk/stand for 100% of the day. Benefits Generous product discounts. 401(k) plan with company match. Paid vacation, holidays (in some locations) and time off to volunteer. Health, dental and vision insurance, including same‑sex and domestic partner benefits; Legal & Identity Protection Plans; Pet insurance. Employee Assistance Programs and matching‑gift community service program. Access to additional benefits at MyWSIBenefits.com . Equal Opportunity Employer Williams‑Sonoma is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr