Maintenance & Facilities Manager

Position Summary The Maintenance & Facilities Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of facility operations and maintenance across the aerospace manufacturing site. This includes the oversight of building infrastructure, production equipment, utilities, and grounds, ensuring full compliance with safety, environmental, and aerospace industry regulations. The role focuses on strategic asset management, reliability engineering, capital planning, and leading cross‑functional teams to ensure uninterrupted and efficient operations. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Facility & Equipment Management Oversee the maintenance and performance of all facility infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and compressed air systems. Ensure uptime and optimal operation of all manufacturing equipment and production utilities, including presses, furnaces, CNC machines, VARs, grind equipment, manipulators, forklifts, and saws. Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend asset life. Manage facility expansions, renovations, and new equipment installations in coordination with engineering and operations teams. Strategic Planning & Leadership Develop and manage long‑term facilities and maintenance strategies aligned with plant growth and aerospace quality/compliance standards. Lead and mentor a team of 50–75 indirect/direct reports, including facility engineers, maintenance supervisors, and skilled trades personnel. Create and manage departmental budgets, cost‑saving initiatives, and capital expenditure projects. Compliance & Safety Ensure full compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations including OSHA, EPA, fire codes, and aerospace‑specific quality systems. Maintain facilities and systems to support manufacturing areas as required by aerospace processes. Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and facility condition assessments. Vendor & Contractor Management Oversee contracts and relationships with service vendors, contractors, and utility providers. Negotiate service‑level agreements (SLAs) and ensure accountability for performance and cost. Operational Support Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality departments to align maintenance efforts with operational goals. Lead root‑cause analysis and resolution of facility or equipment failures affecting production. Support Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Disaster Recovery strategies for the facility. Lead and support the organization’s 6S process and behavioral improvements. Required Skills Strong leadership skills. In‑depth knowledge of building systems, utility infrastructure, and industrial equipment. Strong understanding of aerospace industry requirements such as AS9100, NADCAP, and cleanroom/contamination control. Demonstrated success in implementing TPM, CMMS systems, and reliability‑centered maintenance strategies. Solid project management experience in construction, facility upgrades, and capital improvement planning. Proficiency in interpreting blueprints, technical schematics, and building codes. Familiarity with EHS, ISO 14001, OSHA, and local regulatory requirements. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field (Master’s or MBA a plus). 10+ years of facilities and maintenance leadership experience, preferably in aerospace or regulated manufacturing environments. 5+ years in a senior leadership or director‑level role managing large teams and complex facilities. Forgings experience preferred. High school diploma required; technical school or college preferred. Experience in a union environment is a plus. Excellent human relation skills with ability to organize, delegate, problem‑solve, and train personnel. Ability to drive change and continuously improve processes. Work Conditions Environment: The role primarily operates in an industrial and office environment, requiring frequent movement between different areas of the facility. Physical Demands: Standing, walking, and moving around the facility for extended periods; occasional lifting of moderate weights and operating standard office equipment. Safety: Strict adherence to safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) mandatory. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. #J-18808-Ljbffr