Facility Maintenance Manager

Do you want to be part of a dedicated team of leaders? Do you want to work for a company that helps make a difference in the lives of our communities? We are now hiring a Maintenance Manager at UNFI in Riverside, CA! Here is a little about us: Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic, and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better-for-you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family-owned stores to Whole Foods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today! Job Overview Responsible for providing leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that the building and grounds are operating efficiently. Maintains departmental records, logs, and files, answers and directs telephone calls and questions. Maintains professional relations with vendors, suppliers, outside contractors and government officials. Ensures that the facility is maintained at a high level, snow removal is performed in a timely manner when needed, and cleanliness and safety standards are upheld. Completes miscellaneous projects as assigned. Responsibilities Responsible for the development and implementation of project planning and procedures for the facility Assists Senior Management in developing short- and long-term goals and strategies. Provides suggestions and recommendations Responsible for effective communication, coordination, and working relationships with external clients, customers, contractors, and officials Maintains budgets and future estimates for individual projects. Ensure compliance to budgets Responsible for the efficient, timely, and accurate completion of facility maintenance functions. Initiates and negotiates bids with contractors Monitors and supervises production quality. Oversees inspection and testing of projects and identifies problems and resolves them quickly and effectively Regulates workflow to ensure maximum efficiency. Monitors utilization of equipment, facilities, and personnel Monitors all engineering operations for compliance with established safety policies and regulations Trains, advises, and counsels employees and provides suggestions to improve performance and productivity Conducts performance appraisals as assigned Responsible for maintaining effective communication, coordination, and working relationships with Company personnel and management Works closely with other departments to maintain schedules and implement changes and revisions in operational procedures Calls for maintenance on vending machines and miscellaneous equipment Assists in OSHA reviews as requested Required Knowledge Knowledge of related computer applications Excellent understanding of facility management procedures Knowledge of budgeting, service contracts, and leasing agreements Experience managing a million sq ft facility (grocery, multiple temp preferred) Strong MHE fleet, battery, PM, parts Project and Vendor management, tracking and vetting Union experiences preferred Strong team building, cross training and leadership Deep regulatory experience, OSHA, permits, SQF, (FM Global a plus) Working with refrigeration, working knowledge of NH3, understanding of equipment operation and how it works together for temp control, at least 1 operator, Hazwhopper and PSM Experience Required Three to five years of related experience preferred Skills/Abilities Excellent leadership abilities Able to organize, coordinate, and direct team activities Strong problem-solving skills. Good communications skills Ability to use Microsoft Office Applications: Word and Excel Good math skills Able to use all related maintenance equipment Good judgement is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Compensation UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws. Benefits For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), for Washington-specific paid time off details. Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr United Natural Foods, Inc.