BUILDING & MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Position Summary

The Building & Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, safety, reliability, and general upkeep of Wilbar International's manufacturing facility, production equipment, machinery, and building infrastructure. The position supports manufacturing operations and the overall facility by maintaining equipment in safe operating condition, coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance, addressing building-related needs, and supporting a safe and efficient work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Oversee the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and general upkeep of manufacturing machinery and equipment.

· Perform and/or coordinate preventive maintenance activities to reduce unplanned equipment downtime.

· Respond to machinery breakdowns and prioritize repairs based on safety and production needs.

· Identify recurring equipment problems and recommend corrective actions or longer-term solutions.

· Coordinate outside contractors and specialized service providers when appropriate.

· Maintain appropriate records of significant repairs, maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment issues.

· Assist with installation, relocation, modification, and commissioning of machinery and equipment as required.

· Oversee general maintenance of the facility, including interior and exterior areas.

· Identify and address facility needs involving doors, lighting, plumbing, electrical systems, structural components, grounds, and other building systems within the scope of the position.

· Ensure trash, steel, wood, and other required waste or material containers are available and serviced as needed.

· Perform and document the required weekly fire pump churn test.

· Identify unsafe equipment, building conditions, or maintenance-related hazards and promptly communicate and address concerns.

· Follow company lockout/tagout procedures and other applicable safety requirements when servicing machinery and equipment.

· Support the Machine Shop and other manufacturing departments with maintenance and facility needs.

· Communicate equipment status, anticipated downtime, repair timelines, and significant maintenance concerns to Plant Management.

· Support continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability, facility condition, safety, and plant efficiency.

Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade-school education preferred.

· Previous experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, facilities maintenance, or a related field.

· Prior maintenance leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

· Working knowledge of mechanical systems and manufacturing equipment.

· General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, building, and facility systems preferred.

· Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery.

· Understanding of preventive maintenance practices and workplace safety requirements.

· Strong troubleshooting, organization, prioritization, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements / Essential Physical Functions

The physical requirements below are representative of those associated with performing the essential functions of this position. Wilbar International will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law.

· Ability to regularly lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds, as required to perform essential maintenance functions.

· Use team lifting, mechanical assistance, or appropriate material-handling equipment for loads that exceed safe individual handling capabilities or when otherwise appropriate.

· Frequently stand and walk throughout manufacturing, warehouse, machine shop, and facility areas.

· Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, and perform other movements necessary to inspect, access, maintain, or repair equipment and facility systems.

· Climb stairs and, when required for essential maintenance work, safely use ladders or approved access equipment.

· Safely use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment appropriate to assigned work.

· Work in and around operating manufacturing machinery and equipment while following required safety procedures.

· Work indoors and outdoors and in environmental conditions that may include noise, dust, heat, cold, and other conditions typical of an industrial manufacturing facility.

· Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and task-specific PPE.

· Maintain the ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

This position works primarily within an active manufacturing, warehouse, machine shop, and maintenance environment. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, elevated noise levels, dust, temperature variations, and other conditions typical of an industrial facility. Required PPE and established safety procedures must be followed.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodation

Wilbar International is committed to equal employment opportunity and to complying with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Qualified applicants and employees are expected to be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Wilbar International will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law.

Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties and responsibilities may be modified based on business and operational needs.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person