Facilities Supervisor

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Job Description:

Job Summary:  The Facilities Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all maintenance and operations of facilities grounds, buildings and operations. This role supervises Airbus - Flexrotor and Contracted maintenance staff, coordinates Facilities Service Center activities through planning of repairs, preventative maintenance and improvements, procures materials and services as needed, ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Meet the Team:

The Airbus Helicopters Flexrotor Program offers one of the most advanced small tactical unmanned aerial systems (STUAS) with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). It can be used day or night by US and allied forces for a diverse range of intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance (ISTAR) on land and at sea.

Your Working Environment:

Nestled in the heart of the stunning Columbia River Gorge in Bingen, WA, our workplace offers innovation and the ability to contribute to game-changing solutions while enjoying the flexibility to spread your wings. Whether it's solving complex challenges, or celebrating victories, you’ll be part of a cohesive crew that thrives on innovation and the beauty that the Pacific Northwest has to offer!

How We Care for You:

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

Facilities Maintenance and Improvements: 85% 

• Supervises and coordinates all facilities maintenance personnel and activities. 
• Assists HO Facilities & EHS in planning and executing CAPEX investments and improvement projects. 
• Develops schedules for routine maintenance activities including preventative & predictive maintenance via the Facilities Service Center and ensures on time completion and customer satisfaction. 
• Prepares detailed Scopes of Work (SOW) for contracting of facilities maintenance as well as project estimates for various maintenance activities. 
• Ensures terms & conditions of Facilities Maintenance service contracts are in compliance and that associated KPIs are being tracked and achieved. 
• Prepares purchase requisitions and works with Suppliers and Procurement to ensure outcomes meet requirements. Ensures invoice validation against terms of purchase orders. 
• Assists with standard inspections and repairs to electrical, mechanical, plumbing systems and other necessary equipment as needed. 
• Organizes and maintains inventory of maintenance tooling, consumables, miscellaneous supplies and facility critical spare part inventory. 
• Conducts regular and specialized meetings and training, and prepares reports regarding maintenance and improvement projects, departmental Supplier Quality Control and Development Plans, safety, site activities and other Facilities maintenance related topics. 
• Responds promptly to notifications of building or equipment maintenance issues. Is available to respond 24/7/365 in case of a facilities emergency. 
• Routinely inspects facilities for necessary maintenance or repairs and/or areas for continuous improvement. 
• Ensures facility meets requirements related to sustainability Top Company Objectives. 
• Ensures safety compliance regarding maintenance and improvement activities, specifically toward buildings and equipment. Participate in Airbus safety culture programs and be a leader for proactive safety measures. 
  
  

Fleet Coordination: 15% 

• Coordinates fleet vehicles for services, inspections and repairs including collision situations. 
• Assists HO Facilities and EHS in planning and executing changes in fleet ownership and physical modifications. 
• Performs procurement tasks for fleet maintenance and improvement projects as needed. 

Additional Responsibilities:

Other duties as assigned:       

Qualified Experience and Training: 

Education:

Required

• High School diploma 

Preferred

• Associates degree in Industrial Technology, Engineering, Facilities Management or equivalent experience 

Experience:

Required

• Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in Facilities Management operations or related experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience overseeing team performance and professional development.

Preferred

• Basic CAFM/AutoCAD skills 

Licensure/Certifications:

Required

• None 

Preferred

• OSHA 30 general industry certification

Travel Required: 

• 5% Domestic and International

Citizenship:

•  US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license. 

Clearance:

• None

Qualified Skills:

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

Required

• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage complex projects and meet deadlines.​
• Able to navigate and drive deliverables in sometimes unclear working environments.  
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and adapt to evolving project requirements.
• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse workforce.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail, while also maintaining adherence to broader goals.
• Can multi-task in a fast-paced environment without direct supervision - self motivator.
• Able to complete written reports, work orders, and requisitions for materials and tools.
• Strong proficiency in writing and editing technical content. 
• Strong customer service skills including effective listening.
• Strong electrical or mechanical or general construction skills.
• Ability to read, understand, notate, and modify facility drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Ability to work with computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite, building automation systems, and computerized maintenance management systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair basic electrical and mechanical equipment utilizing specialized tools and equipment.
• Able to work in areas with heavy machinery and moving parts; to work at heights from work platforms, ladders and roof of buildings; to operate mobile equipment such as fork lifts, tractors, trucks, etc. 
• The ability to adhere to and enforce safety, security, and environmental requirements and regulations.

Preferred

• Experience with Simplified Technical English (STE) or similar. 
• Ability to work proficiently in Auto CAD or similar.

Communication Skills:

Required:

• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form in English 
• Strong interpersonal skills and problem solving ability. 

Technical Systems Proficiency:

Required:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite. 
• Must be able to draft presentations and technical reports, which are to be shared with Airbus Management 

Physical Requirements:

• Onsite or remote:  90% onsite, in Bingen, WA 10% remote.
• Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.  Daily.  
• Hearing: able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms.  Daily.
• Speaking:  able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.  Daily.
• Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.  Daily.
• Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.  Daily.
• Lifting:  able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.  Daily.
• Pushing / Pulling:  able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.  Daily.
• Sitting:  able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer.  Daily.
• Squatting / Kneeling:  able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.  Daily.
• Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor.  Daily.
• Travel:  able to travel independently and at short notice.  Rarely.  
• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents):  able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.  Daily.
• Personal Protective Equipment required:  Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site
• Administrative position only PPE required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.

Salary Range

Salary range based on the required profile: $90k- $115k/year.  Actual minimum and maximum may vary based on geographic differential. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors. This position offers the following benefits:  Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Prescription insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Basic & Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance, Short and Long-term Disability insurance, 401(k), Paid time off including paid holidays, Tuition Assistance, Bonus(es) subject to performance criteria.  These are our current benefit offerings for the current plan year and are subject to change without notice..

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