Facilities & Maintenance Manager

The Gleason Works, 1000 University Avenue, Rochester, New York, United States of America • Job Description Posted Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:00 AM About Gleason With more than 2,200 employees and 13 manufacturing facilities worldwide, Gleason Corporation is a leader in gear technology. Gleason's product and service offerings include gear and transmission design software, gear manufacturing machines and related accessories, gear metrology equipment and automation systems. Gleason products are used by customers in e-mobility, commercial vehicles, aerospace, agriculture, mining, sustainable energy, construction, power tools, marine and many other industries. Working for Gleason, you will be connected to work that matters, putting your expertise to its best use while developing skills for the future. The result is a career defined by you, supported by Gleason and built on tangible accomplishments. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are looking for the right people to join us on our mission. If you are interested in being part of our team, there are a few things you should know: We are energized by challenges and the effort needed to solve them. We like working with people who are positive, adaptable and growth-minded. We care how work gets accomplished and are deeply invested in the success of our customers and colleagues. If this sounds like you, we invite you to read on and learn more. Why work at Gleason? Excellent benefits package including a 6% Company 401(k) match Tuition Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program Formal and informal Development opportunities. Position Summary The Facility Manager is responsible for developing, coordinating and executing operational and capital projects associated with general building system and machine tool assets. In this role, the Facility Manager is responsible to define and substantiate long-term capital investment plans for management approval, manage the execution of construction projects and building investments, manage the daily operational issues of building systems, and ensure timely resolution of machine tool asset break/fix activities. The Facility Manager directly leads, develops, and manages a staff responsible for building system maintenance, break/fix, asset maintenance, and plant mechanical/electrical maintenance. The Facility Manager interacts with suppliers and contracts when external competencies or capacities are required to complete projects and/or activities. Job Responsibilities Assess building system performance, including energy consumption and safety, and develop strategic capital investment plans in alignment with the capital budget approval process(es). Author and substantiate return on investment for building system investment appropriations. Present investment opportunities and needs to senior management to gain consensus and approval. Ensure building safety standards are maintained, in co-ordination with the EHS Manager, for employees, tenants, and visitors. Establish and manage uptime, break/fix, and preventative maintenance for on-site machine tool asset base, directly leading a team of mechanical and electrical technicians. Ensure proper training and capacity for break/fix capability is established and leverage 3rd party/OEM technicians as necessary. Communicate the status and timing of downed assets to manufacturing leadership as necessary. Plan and lead project management functions for building projects, coordinating activities, budgets, and timelines with internal, sub-contractor, and regulatory personnel. Provide subject-matter-expert leadership on permitting and regulatory requirements. Establish and maintain active and healthy business relationships with applicable city, county, state, federal, and utility officials. Plan, manage, and communicate status of tactical facility changes and issues as necessary. Ability to provide facility management response during off-shift timeframes. Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) Minimum of 5 years of experience in heavy industrial/manufacturing building maintenance management Broad Knowledge of building mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems Proven track record of being able to manage multiple priorities Experience with machine tool asset break/fix and preventative maintenance strategies Strong analytical and problem solving skills Basic knowledge of hazardous material regulatory requirements Experience operating within ISO 9000 and 14000 certified manufacturing environment Knowledge of risk assessment and mitigation Excellent written and oral communication skills Experienced in developing and conducting training for employees at all levels within the organization Preferred Education/Training/Experience Bachelor degree in Safety Science, Industrial, or Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or similar 5+ years of related experience Experience with commercial real estate agreement development and tenant relations Experience in industrial facility/campus security strategies and tactical daily oversight Professional Certificates, Licenses or Registrations TBD Computer Skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Outlook Internet Project Management Software SAP Modules: basic costing of internal orders, cost center financial forecasting and management Other: Travel Requirements The salary range in this posting depends on qualifications and experience. Actual compensation may vary, and this job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors including work schedule, shift premiums, and overtime. Gleason is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to age, disability, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, victim of domestic violence status, arrest or conviction record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

OFFICE ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that would need to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees are required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their manager or supervisor. The Gleason Works, 1000 University Avenue, Rochester, New York, United States of America #J-18808-Ljbffr Gleason Corporation