Job Description

Bleckmann:

Bleckmann is shaping the logistics of the future. Our people are at the heart of all we do; they are critical to our clients' successes and, without a doubt, to ours. We take pride in our work and are committed to serving our clients. We learn, discover, and grow together. If you want to enjoy your work, grow professionally, and become part of an international and diverse team, then Bleckmann might be the right fit for you. We are a leading logistics partner for many consumer product brands, ranging from small, fast-growing online retailers to reputable international companies.

Why Bleckmann: Our core values

Engagement

Everybody matters at Bleckmann. We support each other. We are an international and diverse team.

Entrepreneurship

We get things done. We practice easy and open communication. Every team member matters and contributes.

Expertise

We continually develop our talents. We are experts in our field. We learn from each other.

Excellence

We are flexible. We embrace innovations. We continually strive to improve every day.

Job Title:

Facilities Manager

Summary:

Bleckmann’s leadership embodies our core values: engagement, entrepreneurship, expertise, and excellence. As a Facilities Manager for the US, you’ll lead innovation in vendor management, procurement, safety inspections, contractor coordination, and maintenance management for our 3-building campus. Our ideal candidate is passionate about safety and the well-being of the workforce and the building. They will have experience in contract management and vendor management and enjoy an active work environment.

Responsibilities:

People Management:

• Ensure that all employees receive ongoing training to ensure compliance with the Company's requirements and policies at all levels.
• Recommend personnel actions (hire/fire/promotions/increases).
• Use well-documented corrective disciplinary measures in a timely manner as applicable.
• Ensure direct and indirect reports receive frequent feedback on performance, including an assessment of performance in the first 90 days and a formal performance review on an annual basis thereafter.
• Maintain an environment of development and recognition.
• Coordinate personnel, contractor, and vendor scheduling to ensure proper staffing and facilitate the efficient receipt and distribution of products and materials at the facility, ensuring productivity and cost-effectiveness. Monitor attendance, tardiness, and other factors that impact productivity.
• Demonstrate inspirational leadership.
• Aid or coverage in other departments.
• Coach and train colleagues to ensure high performance from teams.
• Leads a team that provides operational expertise in contracted services while providing hands-on execution management of operations.
• Translating the organizational policy into operational management.
• Maintain/create best practices for vendors/contractors
• Build/develop contractor/vendor relationships/partnerships

Operations

• Ensure proper and efficient operations within the overall framework and in accordance with budgeted guidelines.
• Manage building facilities, ensuring that you are adhering to proper safety standards
• In partnership with Finance, manages a budget and assists in the design of improvements to optimize financial performance by creating optimized partnerships with vendors/contractors
• Annual budget preparations, presentation, and implementation.
• Ensures compliance with Bleckmann's standards of operation, always including safety standards and Bleckmann’s Business Conduct Policy.
• Closely monitoring 'cost versus revenue' flows and adjusting if necessary.
• Close cooperation and guidance of the local project organization.
• Responsible for all building maintenance and repairs
• You are co-responsible for matters in the areas of QEHS, facility, and security.
• Effective communication to operations
• Work with the VP on structure, strategy, vision, and the future of the site
• Coordinate projects/maintenance with the operations team
• Ensure building codes, local regulations, and federal regulations are being followed

Inventory Control

• Ensure that the inventory of building maintenance supplies is being managed.
• Ensure that buildings have proper safety inventory in place

Safety, Sanitation, and Security

• Promotes and maintains safety awareness programs. Attends safety meetings; ensures all required safety measures are in place; and that the facility follows all federal and state regulations.
• Ensures that all subordinates, vendors, and contractors meet and follow safety training requirements.
• Follows rigid housekeeping and sanitation policies/practices by applying the 5S Lean methodology to sustain a safe, clean, and orderly facility.
• Maintain and improve security systems and processes
• Manage sanitation schedules/vendors

Note other duties may apply

Qualifications:

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Familiarity with warehouse management and operations, including the use and maintenance of equipment.
• Knowledge of HVAC and other building systems
• Ability to effectively schedule and maintain vendors/contractors
• Ability to train and enforce company safety programs as they relate to OSHA regulations and company safety standards.
• Computer P/C and software knowledge
• Solid command of English, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with a diverse workforce.
• Savvy interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with clients, senior management, and Bleckmann support staff.
• Experience with permits and building regulations
• Experience in negotiating and maintaining contracts with vendors

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 5-6 years of facilities management experience
• Spanish speaking is a plus
• Teamwork - showing commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
• Respect - extending dignity and respect to all people.
• Integrity - fostering trust and a positive work environment
• Innovation - bringing creativity to the workplace.
• Customer Focus - achieving Company, department, and personal goals through a strong customer focus.

Bleckmann is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not constitute a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to modify this job description and/or assign tasks to the employee as deemed appropriate.

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