Director of Facilities

Department: Facilities Location: SMC FII USA, Inc., a Foxconn Technology Group Company, is seeking a Director of Facilities to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all facility infrastructure, utilities, and building systems supporting our advanced SMT manufacturing operations. This executive-level role is responsible for developing long-term facilities strategies, ensuring operational excellence, maintaining regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement across multiple functional areas. The Director of Facilities plays a critical role in enabling high-performance manufacturing by ensuring infrastructure reliability, scalability, safety, and cost efficiency across all production and support spaces, including cleanroom and ESD-sensitive environments. Responsibilities Lead the overall facilities strategy, ensuring infrastructure and utilities support current manufacturing operations and future growth. Develop long-term facility planning, including expansion projects, infrastructure upgrades, and manufacturing layout optimization. Direct and mentor the facilities team, including facilities engineers, technicians, and external contractors. Establish operational standards, preventive maintenance programs, and performance metrics for facility operations. Oversee facility infrastructure including HVAC, electrical systems, power distribution, plumbing, compressed air, lighting, and building security systems. Ensure reliable and uninterrupted utilities to support SMT production lines, cleanroom environments, and ESD-sensitive manufacturing processes. Oversee power distribution systems, load balancing, and electrical infrastructure to meet production equipment requirements. Maintain oversight of backup power systems, emergency infrastructure, and critical utility systems. Lead facility infrastructure projects including electrical upgrades, facility expansions, equipment installations, and renovations. Review and approve electrical system designs, single-line diagrams, load calculations, and facility modifications. Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Equipment teams to ensure facility readiness for new equipment installations, including power, network connectivity, and space planning. Manage capital expenditure planning, budgeting, and project execution. Ensure full compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations including OSHA, NFPA, EPA, NEC, and local building codes. Oversee electrical safety programs, including arc flash assessments, compliance documentation, and facility risk mitigation. Implement energy efficiency, sustainability, and cost-reduction initiatives across facility operations. Maintain documentation for inspections, maintenance records, and regulatory compliance. Manage vendor relationships for facility services including construction, utilities, maintenance, pest control, and security systems. Develop and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and cost-saving initiatives. Evaluate vendor performance and ensure service quality and cost effectiveness. Manage and maintain all electrical systems and ensure facility power distribution meets equipment needs, including SMT lines, reflow ovens, and ESD protection systems. Lead troubleshooting, upgrades, and installations of power systems, lighting, emergency backup, and critical utility systems. Collaborate with equipment engineering and production to support capital equipment installations, power balancing, and infrastructure design. Other Duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent experience. 10+ years of experience in facilities management, facilities engineering, or infrastructure leadership within a manufacturing or high-tech environment. Strong knowledge of building infrastructure systems including electrical distribution, HVAC, utilities, and facility maintenance programs. Experience supporting automated manufacturing environments such as SMT, semiconductor, electronics, or other high-reliability production environments. Working knowledge of electrical and safety standards including NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and EPA regulations. Familiarity with cleanroom operations, ESD control, and manufacturing facility infrastructure. Experience managing capital projects, facility expansions, and cross-functional infrastructure initiatives. Proficiency with AutoCAD, electrical modeling software, and Microsoft Office Suite is preferred. Demonstrated leadership and team management experience. Driver’s License Required Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs Reasons you should work for us: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage. Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer. Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available. 401K with employer contribution. Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees. Onsite Aurora Health & Wellness Center available for all employees. Employees are continuously encouraged to learn and grow their careers in smart manufacturing. #J-18808-Ljbffr Foxconn WI