Job Description

A specialized manufacturer of precast concrete solutions supporting major electrical and infrastructure projects, is seeking a Facility Manager to join their team in the Canton, OH area. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced facilities professional who can keep a busy manufacturing environment running smoothly, manage outside contractors, and lead facility improvements that support long-term growth.

What You'll Do as the Facility Manager:

• Oversee the maintenance, upkeep, and overall condition of manufacturing facilities, buildings, grounds, and supporting infrastructure.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs to improve reliability and minimize unexpected disruptions.
• Coordinate repairs and troubleshoot facility issues involving electrical, plumbing, HVAC, lighting, security, and utility systems.
• Lead facility upgrades, construction projects, renovations, and infrastructure improvements from planning through completion.
• Select, coordinate, and manage outside contractors, vendors, and service providers.
• Ensure contractors meet safety standards, insurance requirements, project expectations, and company policies.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and proactively identify maintenance needs and improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate planned shutdowns, utility modifications, and construction activities to minimize impacts on production.
• Partner with company leadership to prioritize facility investments and support future operational needs.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment while managing multiple projects and competing priorities.

Must-Haves as the Facility Manager:

• Experience managing facilities, maintenance operations, construction projects, or infrastructure improvements.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, utilities, and general facility maintenance.
• Proven ability to coordinate contractors, vendors, and outside service providers.
• Experience overseeing facility repairs, improvement projects, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of workplace safety requirements and contractor compliance.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and maintenance tracking or scheduling systems.
• Comfortable working hands-on in a manufacturing environment, including walking production areas, climbing ladders, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice-to-Haves as the Facility Manager:

• 5+ years of experience in facilities management, industrial maintenance, construction management, or project management.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, construction, or production facilities.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Experience coordinating facility expansions, equipment installations, or larger capital improvement projects.
• Familiarity with managing utility systems, production-related infrastructure, and maintenance planning in active industrial facilities.
• Experience working closely with production leadership to minimize operational interruptions during facility projects.

The Company Offers:

• Competitive base salary of $90,000-$110,000 annually.
• Opportunity to take ownership of facility operations within a growing, specialized manufacturing business.
• A hands-on management role with the ability to influence maintenance practices, infrastructure improvements, and facility reliability.
• The chance to lead meaningful facility upgrades and projects supporting long-term operational growth.
• A collaborative, solutions-focused environment that values accountability, technical knowledge, and proactive communication.
• Opportunity to make a visible impact on safety, operational efficiency, and the overall manufacturing environment.

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