Facilities & Infrastructure Leader

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

FLSA/CA-FLSA : Exempt

Department : Facilities

Reports to : EVP of Operational Services

Direct Reports : Facilities Lead & Technician, Inventory Control Supervisor

Indirect Reports : Warehouse Technicians

Summary: 

The Facilities & Infrastructure Leader is responsible and accountable for managing the maintenance, inspection, repair, and long-term reliability of the industrial park's physical infrastructure and facility services, as well as management of facility services including janitorial, uniform services, building supplies, and other site support contracts. In addition to facilities and infrastructure assets and services, the role is responsible for maintaining the warehouse inventory for proper stocking levels, organization of materials, and improving processes for supporting K2 Maintenance, Operations, and Projects. Maintains a high safety performance standard while managing costs at an industry competitive level. Success in this role requires an individual who can connect with employees at all levels within and outside the organization and adapt to shifting daily priorities. 

General Scope of Responsibility

Responsible for the maintenance, inspection, repair, and long-term reliability of industrial park infrastructure assets, including but not limited to:

· Administrative buildings, warehouses, shops, and common structures

· Warehousing and inventory control

· Roads, parking lots, sidewalks, and paved surfaces

· Railroad tracks, crossings, switches, and associated rail infrastructure

· Pipe rack structures, pipe bridges, foundations, platforms, walkways, stairways, ladders, and handrails

· Building structural systems, roofs, and building envelopes

· Drainage systems, culverts, retaining walls, and site civil infrastructure

· Loading docks, fencing, gates, guardrails, signage, and other common infrastructure

· Janitorial services

· Uniform service program

· Restroom and hygiene supply services

· Office and building consumables

· Building furniture and common areas

This position is not responsible for:

· Manufacturing process equipment

· Manufacturing utility systems or their operation

· Utility distribution systems maintained by Manufacturing Services 

· Process piping or utility piping installed on pipe racks (responsibility limited to the structural support systems).

Essential Functions

· Creates and maintains a comprehensive infrastructure maintenance strategy aimed at high reliability and continuous improvement including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for all site infrastructure assets.

· Develops and maintains an asset registry and condition assessment program for all infrastructure assets.

· Owns inventory accuracy in K2’s Warehouse, directing the Warehouse team to implement processes and system verifications to maintain proper stocking levels.

· Leads Warehouse team in identifying areas of improvement to optimize stocking levels, organize inventory with location numbers, and streamline work processes to increase the efficiency of distributing and receiving parts.

· Oversees inspection programs for maintenance scope and ensures timely correction of identified deficiencies.

· Develops annual maintenance budgets and 3 to 5-year infrastructure capital improvement plans. Keeps spending within approved budgets.

· Identifies long-term infrastructure improvement opportunities and works with Engineering and Project teams to develop capital project scopes.

· Procures work from contractors and service providers at competitive cost.

· Administers all facilities maintenance and site support contracts, including janitorial, uniforms, restroom supplies, floor mats, waste and recycling, landscaping, building consumables, and similar services.

· Manages contractor qualification, safety oversight, and performance evaluation for infrastructure and facility service contractors.

· Coordinates office moves, workspace improvements, furniture purchases, and facility layout changes as required.

· Coordinates infrastructure maintenance activities with Operations, Engineering, Projects, EH&S, and site tenants.

· Ensures all facilities work complies with applicable company standards, OSHA requirements, building codes, and other regulatory requirements.

· Maintains infrastructure drawings, inspection records, maintenance history, and other asset documentation.

· Develops KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) for infrastructure reliability, preventive maintenance completion, contractor performance, facility appearance, and maintenance cost.

· Writes and updates procedures and training manuals for facilities maintenance activities.

· Sets department goals, plans, organizes, and controls all activities under jurisdiction.

· Effectively receives and responds to employee concerns, elevating them as appropriate for action. 

· Serves as champion for the responsible, ethical management of the company’s workforce, protecting and maximizing employee well-being, equity, and long-term organizational value. 

Safety

· Enforce safety rules, procedures, PPE requirements, and safe work practices. 

· Correct unsafe behavior promptly. 

· Report workplace injuries, illnesses, near misses, and hazards according to company procedures. 

· Never discourage an employee from reporting an injury or safety concern. 

· Participate in safety training, investigations, and corrective actions as required.

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Non-Categorized

· Performs other duties as assigned. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· Provide clear work assignments, expectations, priorities, and deadlines. 

· Monitor employee performance, productivity, attendance, conduct, and quality. 

· Provide timely coaching and feedback. 

· Responsible for hiring, training, and leading the Facilities & Infrastructure organization. 

· Conducts performance reviews with employees as needed, and at least once per year.

· Apply company policies and work rules consistently and without favoritism. 

· Escalate significant performance or conduct concerns to management/HR.

· Maintain a workplace free from harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and abusive conduct. 

· Immediately report complaints or observed inappropriate behavior involving harassment, discrimination, retaliation, safety, pay, leave, accommodation, workplace violence, or other significant concerns to HR or the designated company representative. 

· Never retaliate or permit retaliation against someone for raising a concern or participating in an investigation. 

· Complete required California harassment-prevention training.

· Treat employees professionally, respectfully, and consistently. 

· Lead by example and demonstrate compliance with company policies. 

· Hold employees accountable while treating them fairly. 

  Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

· Strong leadership and organizational skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

· Proven contractor and vendor management skills.

· Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.

· Ability to interpret engineering drawings, structural drawings, and construction documents.

· Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, capital planning, and cost control.

· Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and long-term asset stewardship.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Ability to build strong working relationships within and outside the organization. 

· Critical problem-solving and analytical abilities. 

· High level of accountability and follow-through.

· Ability to prioritize tasks. 

· Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. 

Education/Experience:  

· Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Facilities Management, or related technical discipline preferred.

· Minimum of 10 years of experience managing industrial facilities, infrastructure, or maintenance organizations in a manufacturing, construction, or industrial environment.

· Demonstrated leadership experience managing maintenance personnel and contractors.

· Experience managing maintenance budgets, service contracts, vendor performance, and capital improvement projects.

· Strong understanding of industrial buildings, civil infrastructure, structural steel systems, rail infrastructure, and inventory control.

Work Environment:

· This role is in a 24/7 chemical production environment. 

· Work is performed on-site every day. 

Salary Range: $119,000 - $153,000 per year

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