Manufacturing Facilities Manager

Job Description

Job Description

OSW Equipment & Repair, LLC, a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation, is the largest truck body and trailer manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest. OSW’s main facility is located in the Maltby area in Snohomish County. OSW and has been in business for over 20 years and is also located in Tempe, Arizona.

As the Manufacturing Facilities Manager for OSW Equipment, you are responsible for, and supervises the maintenance, care, and efficient operation of all equipment and facilities used by the organization, in addition to driving cost reductions through preventive maintenance, equipment and process improvements in all aspects of the facility. If you are bright, highly motivated, and a team player we encourage you to apply!

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees the daily workflow, scheduling, and assignments of the equipment and maintenance / facilities department.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Train and direct maintenance technicians when required.

• Inspects and performs maintenance on assigned equipment and facilities.
• Ensure assigned facilities and equipment are ready for regular business and special events.
• Maintain files of warranties, records, licenses, inspections, service agreements, and contracts for various pieces of equipment.

• Conduct all governmental required testing of facility systems
• Utilize and maintain Preventive Maintenance programs and provide feedback on the avoidance of malfunctions in equipment.
• Identify and repair malfunctions on production facility and equipment including (but not limited to) electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning.

• Maintains the inventory, storage, and distribution of equipment.

• Prepare equipment and facility maintenance progress or status reports.

• Provides recommendations for purchases of new equipment.

• Manage construction activities.
• Conduct employee training programs.
• Purchase materials, equipment, or other resources.
• Oversee the planning, scheduling and prioritization of maintenance activities.
• Complete administrative responsibilities accurately and on a timely basis.
• Participate in requisition maintenance parts and supplies, providing recommendations for appropriate materials.
• Work closely with production and management to identify and improve equipment and production processes / flow through process improvement activities.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic understanding of or ability to quickly learn the equipment and facilities to be maintained.
• Ability to maintain basic records and warranties.
• Ability to understand written directions in manuals and on manufacturer websites.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software as required to complete and maintain records.
• Strong mechanical problem-solving skills.
• Works well independently and with others.
• Strong communication skills.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to self-motivate while working in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

Education and Experience

• Associates degree, or equivalent experience required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience managing the company’s type of facilities, equipment, and events preferred.
• Welding experience preferred but not required.

• 3+ or more years of related work experience and training, or a combination of higher education and experience.
• Lean / Six Sigma methodology experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
• Must be able to visually inspect machines.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the facilities.
• Must be able to access all parts of the company equipment.

Additional Job Information:

• Wage Expectations: $95,000 – 110,000 annually
• Pay: This is a exempt, salaried position and employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis
• Typical Schedule: Four (4) Ten (10) hour days M-Th
• Location: On Site – 20812 Broadway Ave; Snohomish, WA 98296
• Travel: Very minimal to none

Benefits:

You will be eligible for coverage under OSW’s Comprehensive Benefits Program, beginning on the first of the month following your start date.

• Medical: Choice of four benefit levels offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Vision: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield and EyeMed/Insight Network
• Basic Life Insurance Policy of $20,000, paid for by company
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan: Offered through Vanguard. Automatically enrolled at 2% of Annual Salary, can be updated at any time. Company match up to 4%
• Benefit enrollment information will be provided within your first few weeks of employment. Enrollment must be completed by the last business day of the month prior to the employee’s first day of eligibility coverage.
• Upon the Completion of 90 days employees are eligible for:
  • PTO

• 9 Paid Holidays

About Us

OSW Equipment & Repair is the largest truck body and trailer manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest and has been in business for over 20 years. OSW Equipment & Repair manufactures products for the construction, transportation, industrial, and mining industries. OSW Equipment & Repair is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation’s Truck Bodies Equipment International group. For more information, visit

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) provides products and services to protect people and our planet. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates in two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at View phone number on us.fitly.work. All other applications must be submitted online.