Facilities Manager

Company Description

We are a global producer, marketer and provider of technology-driven natural ingredients, ingredient systems and integrated solutions for the global food, beverage and life science & nutrition industry. We are all about mastering sensory experience and nutritional performance. 

We offer exceptional opportunities for passionate people who want to shape the future of nutrition in an entrepreneurial and impact-driven environment. Here, you have the freedom to take ownership and to thrive both professionally and personally. Be part of a highly committed team with a clear purpose: at Döhler, smart ideas have a way of becoming great products. ​

​​Together, we bring ideas to life.

Job Description

The Facilities Manager is an individual contributor responsible for the safe, reliable, compliant, and cost-effective operation of the Princeton site’s buildings, utilities, infrastructure, grounds, and facility services. This position has no direct reports or formal people-management responsibilities. Operating independently, the role ensures uninterrupted food and beverage operations by coordinating day-to-day facility activities, overseeing contractors, supporting capital projects, and maintaining strict compliance.

Your Responsibilities:

Vendor & Contractor Management
• Primary Contact: Serve as the main point of contact for office vendors, service providers, contractors, and building management.
• Contract Administration: Coordinate and maintain access to office contracts and agreements for the Princeton facility.
• Activity Scheduling: Manage a shared schedule for inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, service visits, and capital projects.
• Compliance & Onboarding: Confirm contractor scopes of work, timing, access needs, safety expectations, and required documentation prior to the start of any work.
Operations & Internal Collaboration
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Align facilities work in partnership with the On-Site Office/Facilities Manager and collaborate across internal departments (Production, Quality, EHS, Maintenance, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and Site Leadership).
• Communication & Technical Direction: Provide technical oversight within assigned areas while proactively communicating priorities, schedules, risks, outages, and corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to site optimization and process improvements without formal supervisory authority.
• Risk Escalation: Promptly escalate operational, safety, food-safety, compliance, and budget risks to the appropriate manager.
 

Compensation: $100k-$115k

Qualifications

Your Profile: 

•    Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience 
•    3–7 years of office management, administrative, or operations experience 
•    Experience in a corporate, manufacturing, food & beverage, or fast-paced business environment preferred 
•    Working knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety principles, practices, and applicable workplace safety and environmental requirements
•    Strong organizational and multitasking abilities 
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) 
•    Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion 
•    Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail 
•    Experience with event coordination and vendor management preferred 
 

Additional Information

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What We Offer:

• Work with passion: ​We create an environment where passion meets profession. Meaningful work and positive energy inspire people to give their best and make lasting contribution to our shared success.
• Take ownership: ​We empower you to take ownership and share your ideas. Whatever your role, you have the opportunity to show initiative and make an impact.
• Grow your way: ​With flexible development opportunities across departments and a global team, you can broaden your skills, discover new strengths and actively shape your career path. ​ ​
• Thrive in a global environment: ​Join an international team bringing together multiple cultures, languages and perspectives to spark new ideas and inspiration. Through global collaboration, you expand your horizon both professionally and personally.  ​
• The team always wins: ​We build real connections and grow together. By sharing knowledge and valuing each other’s strengths, we create a culture where trust and team play lead to shared success.  ​

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Equal Opportunities for All

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of age, ancestry, disability, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social background or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.​
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A good match starts with shared values. Complete our Culture Fit Challenge to find out how well your mindset aligns with the way we work.

Does it feel like a fit? Then apply through our online career portal and attach it to your application. Please note that we are unable to consider or return application documents sent by post.