Director of Facilities

Description

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall facilities strategy, ensuring infrastructure and utilities support current manufacturing operations and future growth.
• Develop long-term facility planning, including expansion projects, infrastructure upgrades, and manufacturing layout optimization.
• Direct and mentor the facilities team, including facilities engineers, technicians, and external contractors.
• Establish operational standards, preventive maintenance programs, and performance metrics for facility operations.
• Oversee facility infrastructure including HVAC, electrical systems, power distribution, plumbing, compressed air, lighting, and building security systems. 
• Ensure reliable and uninterrupted utilities to support SMT production lines, cleanroom environments, and ESD-sensitive manufacturing processes.
• Oversee power distribution systems, load balancing, and electrical infrastructure to meet production equipment requirements.
• Maintain oversight of backup power systems, emergency infrastructure, and critical utility systems.
• Lead facility infrastructure projects including electrical upgrades, facility expansions, equipment installations, and renovations.
• Review and approve electrical system designs, single-line diagrams, load calculations, and facility modifications. 
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Equipment teams to ensure facility readiness for new equipment installations, including power, network connectivity, and space planning. 
• Manage capital expenditure planning, budgeting, and project execution.
• Ensure full compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations including OSHA, NFPA, EPA, NEC, and local building codes.
• Oversee electrical safety programs, including arc flash assessments, compliance documentation, and facility risk mitigation.
• Implement energy efficiency, sustainability, and cost-reduction initiatives across facility operations. 
• Maintain documentation for inspections, maintenance records, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage vendor relationships for facility services including construction, utilities, maintenance, pest control, and security systems.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Evaluate vendor performance and ensure service quality and cost effectiveness.
• Manage and maintain all electrical systems and ensure facility power distribution meets equipment needs, including SMT lines, reflow ovens, and ESD protection systems. 
• Lead troubleshooting, upgrades, and installations of power systems, lighting, emergency backup, and critical utility systems. 
• Collaborate with equipment engineering and production to support capital equipment installations, power balancing, and infrastructure design. 
• Other Duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in facilities management, facilities engineering, or infrastructure leadership within a manufacturing or high-tech environment.
• Strong knowledge of building infrastructure systems including electrical distribution, HVAC, utilities, and facility maintenance programs.
• Experience supporting automated manufacturing environments such as SMT, semiconductor, electronics, or other high-reliability production environments.
• Working knowledge of electrical and safety standards including NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and EPA regulations.
• Familiarity with cleanroom operations, ESD control, and manufacturing facility infrastructure. 
• Experience managing capital projects, facility expansions, and cross-functional infrastructure initiatives.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, electrical modeling software, and Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.
• Driver’s License Required
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

Reasons you should work for us:

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.
• Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.
• 401K with employer contribution.
• Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.
• Onsite Aurora Health & Wellness Center available for all employees.
• Employees are continuously encouraged to learn and grow their careers in smart manufacturing.