Building Maintenance Mgr.
Location: Austell, GA
Company: Empire Distributors
Salary: 90000.00 To 90000.00 (USD) Annually
Category: Officer/Manager
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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.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance.
Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue ; Conserves organizational resources.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions ; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
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.
Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
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.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Standard Hours Worked This position requires someone who can work flexible hours.
Acknowledgements The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
“ 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. “
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.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance.
Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue ; Conserves organizational resources.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions ; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
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.
Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
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.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Standard Hours Worked This position requires someone who can work flexible hours.
Acknowledgements The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
“ 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. “