Facilities Manager

Position: Facilities Manager

Department: Maintenance

Location: Houston, TX

Reports To: VP of Operations

Position Summary

This is a manager role, with direct reports. This role requires prior experience that is transferable to Gilmore. This role will set tactical goals for direct reports and will support strategic goals set by the VP of Operations and the Executive Leadership Team (ELT).

A Facilities Manager is expected to possess all skills necessary to safely maintain facilities, grounds, equipment and machinery. This includes managing all facilities utilities and support services.

Essential Job Duties:

• "Hands-on" and actively participates in maintenance mechanic activities to ensure goals are met for the company and department.
• Utilizes independent judgment to determine ways to maximize production potential.
• Schedules and coordinates work orders for corrective actions, projects, preventive maintenance and contractors.
• Carries out responsibilities and balances priorities to meet company objectives and comply with company policies on Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
• Manage work schedules and directly supervise maintenance technicians.
• Maintains a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for tracking work orders, spare parts, and maintenance history of plant equipment.
• Reviews the operation of plant equipment and systems constantly, to minimize unplanned downtime, anticipate and solve problems in a timely manner, and to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Tracks, analyzes and improves key maintenance parameters such as asset utilization, maintenance cost, PM compliance, schedule compliance, etc.
• Ensures city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to the maintenance department are met at all times.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned and appropriate.

Compliance Requirements:

Gilmore has a Business Ethics Policy (the "Policy") which provides guidance to employees in day-to-day roles, as well as helping the employee and the business comply with the law at all times. The incumbent must read, understand, and comply with, at all times, the Policy along with all other corresponding policies, procedures and directives.

QHSE Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a personal commitment to Quality, Health, Safety and the Environment
• Apply Gilmore, and where appropriate Client Company's, Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Policies and Safety Management Systems
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, and lead by example to ensure company goals are achieved and exceeded

Required Education:

• Associate's degree from two-year college in a related field or certificate or diploma from a trade school in related field and five years' experience in the maintenance and/or operation of a manufacturing facility or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience:

• 5 years hydraulic, electrical and/or pneumatic maintenance mechanic experience.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• Industrial Manufacturing / Assembly line experience.
• Must have expertise and proficiency with basic office computer software, e.g., word processing, email, and spreadsheets.

Desired Experience:

• Previous supervisory experience.
• Mechanic experience with CNC machines.
• Mechanic experience with Lathe machinery (auto or manual).
• Certification in Hydraulics, Electrics or a related field is desired.
• Lean manufacturing methodology experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical Dexterity required; ability to ascend/descend ladders; ability to stand, walk, bend, sit, lift, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull, and move objects for 8 to 12 hours per day.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Speak/hear and use specific vision abilities such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Capability of properly using standard office equipment including a computer with a keyboard.
• Ability to wear and utilize Personal Protective Safety Equipment (PPE). Required equipment includes steel toed shoes, safety glasses/goggles. Additional PPE may be required, e.g., safety harnesses, Fire Retardant Clothing (FRC), hard hats, or other as assigned.
• May require occasional local travel to visit clients and project sites.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment with frequently changing priorities is required.

Work Environment:

• Work will mostly be performed indoors in a controlled environment.
• Some exposure to the manufacturing and shop areas with exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.

About Gilmore, a Control Devices, LLC company

Founded in 1963, Gilmore, a Control Devices, LLC company, is an industry leading flow control technology company that improves the reliability, integrity, efficiency, and productivity of critical infrastructure. Gilmore's flow control solutions are suited to the toughest environments and across all markets where critical service requirements make them essential (high temperature, high pressure).

Gilmore offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, and a solid 401(k) retirement plan to promote financial security.

Gilmore is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All offers of employment at Gilmore, a Control Devices, LLC company, are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen.