Industrial Maintenance Manager-Distribution

Summary
Responsible for the overall property and equipment management of the Atlanta Distribution Center. Coordinates facilities, building, and equipment maintenance needs by working with managers, contractors, vendors, and service partners in an effort to maintain quality in a cost effective fashion. Initiates planning and building programs that support preventive and predictive maintenance. Plans and executes projects as appropriate to support building operations. Manage and directs maintenance and custodial workforce to support the goals and initiatives of the Distribution Center and the Company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Maintain the building and its' components by applying preventive and predictive maintenance techniques to maximize the useful life of the facility

Assure maximum performance of conveyor systems with use of internal maintenance aimed at monthly, quarterly, and annual programs

Maximize the use of Regional and National McLane contracts with suppliers and service providers to leverage cost savings for the company


Ensures facility and building are in compliance with all government regulations

Maintains Material Handling Equipment (MHE) through use of maintenance programs

Coordinates and performs painting, building repairs, and basic woodworking, to the furnishings and warehouse Ensure that the site is maintained in a fashion that provides for a clean and safe environment and that both the interior/exterior of the facility provides a positive and pleasing appearance Identify, evaluate, and implement savings initiatives, service enhancements and process improvements

Performs and directs workers engaged in ground maintenance activities such as mowing lawns, trimming hedges, removing weeds, and raking and disposing of leaves and refuse.


Collaborate with the Fleet and Safety Manager to assure compliance of Federal, State and local laws and ordinances related to the operation of the facilities

Takes part in employee recognition programs in order to enhance morale, recognition, and employee engagement

Maintains recurrent role in monthly safety program in order to increase safety awareness and adherence within Distribution Center Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems


Coordinates all monthly, quarterly, and annual inspections of the facilities including but not limited to the conveyor, alarm systems, and fire alarm

Confers with other members of management to coordinate activities of individual departments Coordinates activities of outside contractors used for maintenance and repair of building and surroundings

Requisitions tools, equipment, and supplies needed and utilized within the Distribution Center Inspects completed work for conformance to blueprints, specifications, and standards

Create, update, and complete workorders using a computerized maintenance management system

Maintain conveyor parts inventory

Other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations, Atlanta

Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervises three employees in the Building Maintenance Division. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training teammates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining teammates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

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

Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s Degree preferred from an accredited College/University with three to 3 - 5 years of related experience in Maintenance, Leadership, and people development. 6 - 10 years of Maintenance experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have some knowledge of warehouse software as well as basic Windows functions, i.e. SAP, Microsoft M365 Suite, Adobe, CMMS

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Forklift certification and other warehouse certifications as needed. Train-the-trainer certifications preferred.

“ Empire is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. We are committed to ensuring that all employment decisions are made on the basis of qualification, merit, and business need; without regard to race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disabilities, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. “