Technical Facilities Manager

Who is Fikst

Re:Build Fikst LLC (Fikst) a Re:Build Manufacturing LLC (Re:Build) company is a growing product design and engineering consulting firm located in Wilmington MA. We work with pioneering clients to develop their technology design their products and bring those products to production. Fiksts areas of expertise include biomedical instruments and consumables microfluidics specialty plastic design optics industrial automation and design for manufacturing. We have extensive in-house laboratory and rapid prototyping capability including CNCs 3D printers and laser cutters all of which helps facilitate our ability to prototype and innovate fast.

Who is Re:Build Manufacturing

Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses combining enabling technologies operational superiority and strategic M&A to build Americas next generation industrial company. At Re:Build we deploy deep expertise in engineering operations management and technology to supercharge the performance of our member companies. We leverage deep professional expertise and a candid principled operating culture to drive differentiated outcomes. Ours is a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged to pursue their fullest potential.

Re:Build was founded to pioneer a profitable model for the revitalization of US manufacturing. Weve assembled a powerful set of complimentary capabilities and lines of business that enable us to pursue a wide range of end markets. Our acquired businesses are grounded in build-to-print and by-the-hour engineering and design services and were leveraging their combined expertise to migrate to increasingly sophisticated program development and production as well as the generation of our own products. Our unique set of capabilities lend themselves to highly complex systems and products and we offer customers a range of services including product and systems design automation fabrication assembly and large volume contract manufacturing. Our customers span a wide array of industries including aerospace defense mobility healthcare pharma biotech clean tech chemicals energy lifestyle food production and industrial equipment.

Who we are looking for

Re:Build Fikst is seeking a highly motivated and resourceful Technical Facilities Manager to oversee the daily operations and strategic planning of our facilities. This critical role requires a blend of hands-on technical expertise proactive problem-solving and strategic foresight to ensure our physical infrastructure supports our rapid growth and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable tackling immediate challenges such as unexpected equipment failures and developing comprehensive plans for future space utilization and facility enhancements.

What youll get to do

Strategic Planning & Initiatives:

• Develop and implement short medium and long-term facility plans to accommodate company growth including space planning office reorganization and expansion projects.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand their current and future space and infrastructure needs.
• Have a continuous improvement mindset by identifying opportunities for facility improvements energy efficiency and cost savings.
• Manage facility-related projects from conception to completion including scope definition budgeting scheduling and contractor oversight.
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs for all critical facility systems and equipment.
• Research and recommend new technologies and solutions to enhance facility efficiency and employee comfort.
• Prepare and manage the annual facilities budget tracking expenditures and identifying areas for optimization.
• Develop and implement emergency preparedness and business continuity plans for the facility.
• Manage vendor relationships negotiate contracts and ensure service level agreements are met.

Site Operations & :

• Manage and prioritize daily facility maintenance requests ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Perform routine inspections of mechanical electrical plumbing and HVAC systems to identify and address issues proactively.
• Coordinate and oversee repairs and maintenance by external vendors and contractors (e.g. electricians plumbers HVAC technicians).
• Establish and manage a Help Desk type model for tracking escalating and resolving identified issues
• Troubleshoot and resolve immediate operational issues including but not limited to:

Addressing equipment malfunctions (e.g. air compressors specialized machinery).

Repairing general building issues (e.g. leaks lighting doors).

Responding to emergency situations promptly.

• Procure necessary supplies tools and equipment for facility maintenance and repairs managing inventory effectively.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations building codes and environmental standards.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities repairs and inspections.
• Oversee cleanliness organization and general upkeep of all facility areas including production floors offices and common spaces.

Client Project Support:

• Work with the project teams to ensure the facilities space requirements and equipment are in place for successful execution of our engineering and design projects
• Support the Low Volume Manufacturing Operations by ensuring that the power space and equipment setup support our flexible manufacturing environment
• Provide guidance and support regarding logistics solutions for material flow packaging and shipping.

What you bring to the Team

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5 years of progressive experience in facilities management operations or a similar role preferably in a manufacturing R&D or industrial environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with all levels of staff and external vendors.
• Strong technical aptitude with hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas: HVAC electrical systems plumbing carpentry general building maintenance.
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation (for errands like Home Depot runs).
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to e.g. 50 lbs) and perform physical tasks as required.
• Experience with machine tools production operations (including assembly and testing) and manufacturing is a plus
• Experience with space planning and project management for facility expansion or renovation is a plus.

The BIG payoff

We are a company that is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together at all company levels!

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

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