Facilities Manager and Plant Engineer

International Automotive Components Group

• $80K — $95K *
Troy, MI 48085In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in facilities management or a related field.
  • Proven expertise in HVAC, electrical, compressed air, and hydraulic systems.
  • Experience managing capital projects and external contractors effectively.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety practices.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop maintenance teams.

Responsibilities

  • Direct facility maintenance and repair operations for safety and compliance.
  • Manage preventive maintenance programs for critical equipment.
  • Oversee building repair and maintenance activities for all facility areas.
  • Ensure compliance with inspections and testing for facility systems.
  • Lead facility improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Manage vendor relationships and ensure performance meets standards.
  • Support capital project implementation, from planning to executing.
  • Provide hands-on technical support for troubleshooting and reliability initiatives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive support for professional development and training.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
  • Engagement in safety and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Access to employee wellness programs and workplace amenities.
Full Job Description
Facilities Management & Building Operations
  • Direct all facility maintenance, repair, and infrastructure activities to ensure a safe, efficient, and compliant work environment.
  • Manage preventive maintenance programs for critical facility equipment including forklifts, compressors, HVAC systems, cranes, ventilation systems, and other utility assets.
  • Oversee building repairs and maintenance activities for facility interiors, exteriors, grounds, parking areas, and general infrastructure.
  • Ensure required inspections, testing, certifications, and record retention for critical facility systems, including fire suppression systems, emergency lighting, security systems, alarms, and environmental controls.
  • Lead facility improvement projects, upgrades, renovations, expansions, and modifications to support operational requirements.
  • Manage relationships, contracts, budgets, and performance of external service providers including janitorial, landscaping, snow removal, pest control, plumbing, waste management, and facility maintenance contractors.
  • Oversee procurement and inventory management for facility supplies, consumables, safety equipment, and occupant support products.
  • Maintain and support employee services and equipment including vending systems, safety stations, emergency equipment, machine shop resources, and other workplace amenities.
  • Ensure occupant comfort, convenience, and workplace functionality through effective management of building systems and services.
  • Monitor facility safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental requirements while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Capital Projects & Equipment Implementation
  • Support capital investment and development projects from concept through implementation, including planning, equipment selection, supplier coordination, budgeting, scheduling, and project execution.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Manufacturing teams to develop equipment layouts and facility integration plans.
  • Manage project timelines, contractor activities, equipment acceptance, startup activities, and operational handoff.
  • Coordinate communication and implementation activities between affected plants and departments.
  • Ensure all equipment and facility projects meet company safety standards, OSHA regulations, and internal policies.
  • Develop and maintain operating procedures, work instructions, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) documentation for new equipment and processes.
  • Coordinate installation, commissioning, modification, and upgrades of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, controls, and HMI systems.
  • Provide technical support during project startup, validation, debugging, and ongoing operation.
  • Analyze equipment performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and efficiency.

Maintenance & Technical Support
  • Provide plant-wide technical expertise and support for manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and operational processes.
  • Evaluate equipment failures, identify root causes, and develop corrective and preventive actions.
  • Support production operations through rapid response to critical equipment issues and infrastructure challenges.
  • Lead reliability and continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment uptime, productivity, and maintenance effectiveness.

Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians and facility personnel to achieve operational, safety, and performance objectives.
  • Establish priorities, assign resources, and monitor departmental performance metrics.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and customer service throughout the organization.
  • Participate in workforce planning, training, succession planning, and employee development activities.

Safety, Compliance & Emergency Preparedness
  • Champion plant safety initiatives and ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company standards.
  • Participate in and support 5S, continuous improvement, and operational excellence initiatives.
  • Lead emergency preparedness activities, business continuity planning, and facility emergency response support.
  • Coordinate facility readiness and support activities during emergency situations.
  • Manage setup, support, and logistics for company events, visits, audits, and special functions.

Additional Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with industrial facility maintenance in an automotive or manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge of HVAC, electrical distribution, compressed air systems, hydraulics, controls, robotics, and facility infrastructure.
  • Experience managing capital projects, contractors, and maintenance budgets.
  • Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout requirements, NFPA standards, and facility safety practices.

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