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Facilities Specialist

Do you have experience managing a facility and all of its contractors and vendors? Do you consider yourself a proactive team member who is always one step ahead of the game? We are looking for someone like you! Join our team as a Facilities Specialist! Leader in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry in the food processing industry. Over 10,000 dedicated team members across North America. Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 250 plants throughout North America. Over 50+ years of experience in creating long-lasting partnerships. We protect the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can eat without fear. We are in service of safety at every step, ensuring the health of everyone is central to all we do from plant team members to consumers. We speak honestly and are dedicated to doing the right thing by upholding ethical standards and following through on our commitments to our teams, our customers, and our business. We believe in the power of collaboration, uniting our diverse strengths while working hand-in-hand with our team members and customers to unlock potential and achieve stronger results together. We are committed to innovating more effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient food safety solutions to develop a safer world for all.

The Facilities Specialist oversees the maintenance of the buildings and grounds working with administrative personnel to ensure proper use of building resources. They serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external contractors on all matters pertaining to the North Little Rock Safe Foods Chemical Innovations (SFCI) facility.

Oversee all aspects of the exterior grounds, including but not limited to fencing, external security devices, rail spur upkeep, etc. by coordinating resources when needed to address needed repairs.

Identify contractors, negotiate contract(s) associated with interior and external grounds maintenance, ensure contracts are executed, and work is completed in satisfactory manner. Be point of contact between contractors and other departments. (i.e. snow / ice removal, clean up & / or preparation for weather events, cleaning or other janitorial services, security camera maintenance and repairs).

Coordinate with SFCI personnel to ensure the facility is "tour" ready to host events and outside visitors.

Contact outside resources as needed to address repair issues with the building (e.g. plumbing, roofing, painting, etc.).

Coordinate with Maintenance leadership to utilize maintenance resources, when appropriate, to assist with repairs.

Responsible for identifying and negotiating pest control issues per pest control company.

Oversee HVAC contractor for preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and filter changes.

Maintain locker assignments for employees.

Responsible for maintaining operations and janitorial supplies.

Coordinate and / or execute site events, visitor meetings, staff activities, etc.

Provide direct support that includes managing schedules, correspondence and travel.

Coordinate executive outreach, external relations, and special projects while ensuring priorities and deadlines are met.

Other facility and / or administrative duties as assigned.

Must be 18 years of age or older. High School Diploma or General Education Degree ("GED"). 2 years related experience. 1 year of vendor management experience.

Basic 110 electrical knowledge, ohm meter use. Experience with general hand tools and performing light repair work (e.g. sheet rock, door, window, and other repairs). Ability to read / understand blueprints. Light plumbing experience, (e.g. sink repair / basic plumbing).

This position is based in our manufacturing plant environment. Expected exposure to wet, hot, cold, various shifts, requiring Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Constant (role requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs / day) Use of fingers and hands. Lift / Carry 10 lbs or less & push / pull 12 lbs or less.

Frequently (role requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs / day) Stand, climb stairs, walk, sit, reach outward, squat / kneel, bend. Lift / Carry 11-50 lbs & push / pull 13-40 lbs.

Occasional (role requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs / day) Climb & crawl. Lift / Carry 51+ lbs & push / pull 41-100 lbs.

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Basic Life Insurance Short Term Disability Company Paid Long-Term Disability 401k Retirement Plan Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Paid Sick Time Employee Assistance Program ("EAP") Training & Development Opportunities Safe Foods, a Division of Fortrex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal state, and local laws. Safe Foods is committed to complying with the laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities. Safe Foods will provide a reasonable accommodation for any known physical or mental disability of a qualified individual with a disability to the extent required by law, provided the requested accommodation does not create an undue hardship for the Company and / or does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace and / or to the individual. If a team member requires an accommodation, they must notify the site manager or the Corporate Human Resources Department. If an applicant requires an accommodation, they must notify the hiring manager and / or the Recruiter hiring for the position.

All applications will be reviewed, and qualified candidates will be contacted to continue into the interview process. If you feel like you are a good fit for this position, APPLY! If you want to be a part of a large organization that treats you like family, APPLY NOW!