Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Job Summary

Perform minor mechanical & electrical work, office/facility support and maintenance for multiple locations. Keep facility and office systems in top operation capability, repair and correct current problems with minimal downtime and inconvenience.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Support a comprehensive Maintenance department including but not limited to maintaining 5S system, cost reducing measures, and continuous improvements.
• Participate and assist in the development and successful implementation of a preventive maintenance plan including with assisting the PE’s writing job instructions and procedures as needed.
• Regularly inspecting and maintaining production support equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Diagnosing and repairing minor mechanical, minor electrical, or plumbing issues that arise in with facility/office environment.
• Maintaining and troubleshooting heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to ensure a comfortable and safe working environment for employees.
• Identifying and addressing energy efficiency opportunities.
• Conducting routine inspections and repairs of the facility's physical structure, including roofing, flooring, walls, cameras, and doors.
• Coordinating with external contractors for major repairs or renovations.
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and implementing safety protocols to create a secure working environment for employees.
• Conducting regular safety inspections and addressing any identified hazards.
• Assist in keeping track of spare parts, tools, and equipment inventory to ensure availability when needed.
• Reordering supplies as necessary to maintain stock levels.
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Collaborating with production and engineering teams to schedule maintenance activities during planned downtime.
• Communicating effectively with other departments to address maintenance-related issues and coordinate efforts.
• Execute a preventative maintenance program for all the facility support processes.
• Support Process Engineer & Maintenance Specialists with any production/process’s issues if needed.
• Obtain quotes and write purchase requisitions to obtain needed goods.
• Subject to being called after hours. Must be able aid as needed.
• Work with vendors to improve the current systems.
• Maintain and organize supply/storage location\s.
• Support all new equipment using best practices provided by the supplier/manufacturer.
• This position is also required to perform other related duties as assigned by the department manager or president.

Skills/Abilities

• Must have troubleshooting experience of facility/office equipment.
• Working knowledge of HVAC controls and other facility maintenance tasks is preferred.
• Experience with aerial lifts and working at heights and knowledge of Lock Out/Tag Out programs.
• On Call capability, to support fixing equipment with possible notice of less than 2 hours.
• Must have a valid driver’s license to operate company vehicles.
• Microsoft office experience is a plus.
• Must be able to stand for most of an 8 to 12 hour day as well as work in a manufacturing environment consisting of heat, dust, oil and dirt.
• Must be able to lift greater than 50 lbs.
• Excellent attendance is required.
• Forklift experience is preferred.

Education & Experience Requirements

Must possess a high school diploma. Have 2 -5 years of facilities maintenance experience within factory/office atmosphere or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred. Have mechanical experience in working on forklifts, air compressors, vacuum pumps, HVAC equipment and dust collectors is a plus.

Safety Responsibilities

Must comply with all Federal, State, and Local, safety and environmental regulations, along with the Company’s quality, safety, and environmental policies.