Lead Facilities Specialist

2 months ago


Auburn, United States GE Renewable Energy Power and Aviation Full time
Job Description Summary

The Lead Facilities Specialist develops practical and innovative ways to identify and meet goals. In this role you will be responsible for work that is less defined in scope, utilize your understanding and experience to execute business objectives, and have the ability to effect short-term and some long-term business goals.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Plan projects for facility improvements from concept to completion
  • Create and implement an effective preventative maintenance program and ensures that all compliance standards are maintained and regulatory maintenance is executed
  • Forecast budget for the Facilities department and monitor throughout the year
  • Supervise a team of hourly maintenance technicians spread across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts
  • Coordinate facilities initiatives with Operations team to support production
  • Ensure that equipment and services purchased are acceptable quality and cost effective
  • Develop and coordinate department proposals for facilities projects
  • Be on call for all facilities related emergencies
  • Ensure that all compliance standards are maintained, and regulatory maintenance is executed
  • Negotiate, maintain, and review contracts for all third-party contractors, cleaners, waste removal, vending, recycling, security provider, etc.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to controls technicians for out-of-the-ordinary electronics problems
  • Work with cross functional team to perform machine modifications, make control logic changes, and provide updated training and documentation as required
  • Work directly with Lead Maintenance Specialist and fill-in or replace during absences


Required Qualifications:

  • Associate's Degree or High School Diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution


Desired Characteristics:

  • Bachelors degree in a business related field (Operations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Management, etc.) is preferred
  • At least 5 years of experience in electro-hydraulic machinery, major machine run-offs / installations, and maintenance repairs
  • Proficiency with control software and PLC's
  • Software Programming experience
  • Strong knowledge of Environmental, Health & Safety policy and procedure
  • Six Sigma training is preferred
  • Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
  • Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
  • Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
  • Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
  • Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker


Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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