Business Unit Leader - Facilities (1st Shift)

SUMMARY
The BUL - Facilities oversees the daily operations and upkeep of the building, grounds, and facilities equipment to ensure a safe, efficient, and well-maintained manufacturing environment. This role leads a facilities team, manages supply orders, and ensures the building systems and premises operate effectively to support production and office operations. The Supervisor fosters a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement through strong leadership and coaching. Ensure vendors are performing to a high standard, ensuring we are paying a fair price for the services and held accountable on timeline and responsiveness. Maintain vendor documentation (W-9, insurance, confidentiality forms…). 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise, coach, and develop facilities’ staff, including maintenance, custodial, and grounds personnel, to ensure high performance and engagement.
• Provide clear direction, set expectations, and conduct regular check-ins and performance discussions with team members.
• Monitor and verify the efficacy of building systems (HVAC, lighting, plumbing, structural, etc.) and ensure timely repairs or preventive maintenance.
• Inspect the facility regularly through daily walk-throughs to identify and resolve maintenance or safety issues.
• Collaborate with external vendors and contractors for repairs, maintenance, and improvement projects.
• Support environmental, health, and safety (EHS) initiatives to maintain compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Track maintenance requests and manage work orders through a maintenance management system (E-Maint).
• Develop and maintain schedules for cleaning, repair, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Assist with facility-related budgeting and cost control measures.
• Ensure facility operations support continuous production uptime and employee safety.
• Model positive leadership behaviors and promote teamwork, communication, and professional growth within the facilities team.
• Develop and maintain a vendor scorecard.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of experience in facilities maintenance or supervision, in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of building systems, preventive maintenance, and safety practices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate with internal departments and external vendors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and maintenance (E-Maint) tracking systems.
• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Ability to respond to maintenance or facility emergencies outside of regular business hours when needed.

ATTRIBUTES

• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing work priorities and environments, demonstrating flexibility and willingness to take on different tasks as directed by the hiring manager.
• Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills, enabling clear and concise communication with team members and supervisors.
• Safety Consciousness: Commitment to adhering to safety protocols and procedures, ensuring a safe working environment for oneself and others.

• Desire for Learning & Continuous Improvement: Eagerness to learn and develop new skills, with a willingness to participate in training programs and pursue continuous improvement opportunities within the role. Actively seek opportunities to improve efficiency and productivity within assigned tasks, suggesting ideas for process enhancements or workflow optimization.
• Reliability: Dependability in fulfilling assigned tasks and responsibilities consistently, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the team.
• Positive Attitude: A constructive and optimistic approach to challenges and tasks, fostering a supportive and encouraging work environment.
• Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, demonstrating respect, empathy, and cooperation in achieving shared goals.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Capacity to approach issues or obstacles with creativity and resourcefulness, seeking practical solutions to improve processes and outcomes.
• Professionalism: Conducting oneself with professionalism and integrity, adhering to ethical standards and company policies in all interactions and activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, and Pulling

• Frequently able to lift or move up to 35lbs
• Occasionally able to lift or move up to 50lbs
• Continuously stand and walk throughout the workday

• Environmental Exposure

• Continuous exposure to indoor manufacturing environment
• Occasional exposure to chemicals and fumes
• Continuous exposure to moderate noise

• Body Movements

• Frequently reach with hands and arms; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel material
• Continuous use of hands/fingers to grasp, pinch, pull, feel, or handle and manipulate parts and tools
• Frequent repetitive motions

• Vision Abilities

• Continuous requirement of specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.

• Safety Measures

• Continuously wear eye protection (Industry standard safety equipment is provided by the Company, and specific notice is posted in areas where safety equipment is required).
• These physical demands and work environment conditions are essential for the successful execution of the job duties. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, ensuring an inclusive and accessible workplace.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position works both indoors in an office and manufacturing setting and outdoors including working on a roof, elevated work platforms, scaffolding or climbing up a ladder. This position also requires occasional travel.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND WORK AIDS 
Working knowledge of manufacturing machines is helpful.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Wilson Tool is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.