Manager, Facilities

Apogee Architectural Metals

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), founded in 1949 and headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Apogee is a growing, profitable company with annual revenues approaching $1.3 billion. It provides distinctive metal and glass solutions for enclosing commercial buildings, and glass and acrylic solutions for picture framing and display applications. Brands in the Apogee family are Alumicor, EFCO, Harmon, Linetec, Tru Vue, Tubelite, Viracon and Wausau. www.apog.com

Architectural Metals (Metals) is a segment within Apogee that is a provider of aluminum windows, curtainwall (soon to be retired), storefront and entrance systems. We offer an integrated set of capabilities including design, engineering, extrusion, finishing, fabrication, and assembly.

Our market-leading brands offer solutions for a wide range of construction project types and sizes across the U.S. and Canada. We are known for our dependable on-time service, robust engineering capabilities, broad product portfolio, and industry-leading quality. Brands supported within the Metals segment include: Alumicor, EFCO, Linetec, and Tubelite.

Position Summary

Manage activities of maintenance and die shop associates engaged in repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment, and in maintenance of buildings, grounds, or other establishments by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee associates within the maintenance, plant engineering, and die shop team, including indirect supervision of associates on multiple shifts.
• Lead standardization of maintenance practices across site, including preventive maintenance programs, spare parts inventory management, and CMMS use.
• Oversight of annual facility spend budget and identification of cost reduction opportunities.
• Facility and Equipment Capital Investment project management from identification through sustained completion.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DNR, state, federal, company and departmental policy.
• Prepare and monitor department budgets for maintenance and facilities.
• Oversee training and indoctrination of departmental associates to improve work performance and acquaint associates with company policies and procedures.
• Conduct monthly department safety meetings with all department associates. Assure this training is presented and understood for those involved. Keep up to date in required safety training and adhere to this training.
• Write, train and ensure adherence to departmental SOPs and work instructions.
• Develop and lead technical training initiatives and apprenticeships to build a professionalized maintenance workforce aligned with future business needs.
• Adhere to established EHS policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for all associates.
• Adhere to established Policies, Standards, and Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs).
• Undertake job responsibilities in a manner consistent with the Company's Core Values.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  • Development, implementation, training, and monitoring of predictive and preventative maintenance system with a focus on equipment uptime, equipment performance and maintenance efficiency.
  • Collaborate with operations and engineering personnel to evaluate and resolve facility and equipment problems. Including obtaining and coordinating the materials, equipment, and resources necessary to complete necessary repairs.
  • Review production and maintenance reports and statistics to plan maintenance activities.
  • Schedule repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment to ensure continuous production operations.

• Facilities:
  • Support long-term facilities planning, including energy management, preventative lifecycle planning, and strategic capital improvement initiatives.
  • Monitor and oversee maintenance of all facilities, utilities, and related facility equipment, including gas, electricity, HVAC, and compressed air.
  • Coordinate janitorial, snow removal and grounds maintenance including contracted services.
  • Assist in the evaluation, development, and management of service contracts to supplement onsite maintenance and facility resources.
  • Oversee capital projects involving purchasing of light vehicles, industrial vehicles, buildings, building improvements, and facility equipment.
  • Plan, budget, and schedule facilities modifications including cost estimates, bids, layouts, and contracts for construction, working with outside vendors and contractors. Inspect construction and installation progress to ensure conformance to established specifications.
  • Oversee purchasing and stocking systems for: facilities and maintenance supplies, as well as repair parts for machinery, equipment, and furniture.
  • Oversee the execution of equipment moves, ensuring safe practices and appropriate equipment and rigging is used.

Experience & Skills:

• Education:
  • Associate degree in technical field, Preferred bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field.

• Experience:
  • 7+ years in facilities and equipment maintenance
• Required Skills:
  • Electrical and Mechanical Aptitude, Strong Interpersonal Skills, Team Building, Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution

• Preferred Department Specific Knowledge and Experience:
  • Knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance, Lean Management Systems
  • Strong knowledge of hydraulics, electronics and PLC programming
  • Experience with electrical systems, plumbing and metal fabrication.

Work Environment/Travel Requirements

• Frequent exposure to manufacturing environment with potential exposure to confined space.
• Extended periods of office work on a computer and in team meetings.
• Physical Requirements
• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

Our Benefits

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.