Facilities Manager - Contract

Facilities Manager - Contract


A service-driven paper and packaging products company, Atlantic Packaging has grown to become one of Canada’s largest paper manufacturers and a leading producer of packaging products. Our organization employs approximately 1000 people at eight manufacturing plants and four distribution centers.

We are looking for a seasoned Facilities Manager to join our team on a 12 – 18 month contract to support our transition from a centralized to decentralized facilities function. The successful incumbent will support site leadership in identifying key priorities and implementing processes to support building maintenance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Establish and maintain effective business relationships with operations, suppliers and subcontractors,
Create a Facilities Guide, establishing processes and guidelines for each location, identifying key stakeholders and outlining accountabilities
Liaise with site leaders to provide guidance and support for facility issues/concerns

Support procurement in identifying qualified suppliers to support building maintenance repairs and services

Create and define inspection protocols and follow up on items identified during audits.
Manages external services for building and utilities, including grounds-keeping, housekeeping and facility repairs at head office, to ensure efficiency, quality, and cost-effective management of resources.

Reviews work orders to ensure that assignments are completed.
Communicate with governing bodies and local services to ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements.

Obtains and reviews price quotes for the procurement of parts, services, and labor for projects.
Acts as a liaison with insurance companies providing coordination and assistance as necessary.

Coordinates annual audit of facilities for risk management purposes, tracking the completion of required projects ensuring all required documentation is in place.
Work in consultation with management on security needs and establishing program requirements with external vendors and monitoring services.
Key Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of direct multi-site facilities management experience.
Ability to modify approach to tasks based on the preferences of stakeholders and the unique demands of each situation
Excellent understanding of manufacturing including safety requirements, quality systems and lean manufacturing tools.
Ability to comprehend, analyze and interpret complex documents, blueprints, and schematics;
An excellent organizer who knows how to prioritize and execute tasks in accordance to the timeline. Resource management and project management experience.
Business acumen to understand cost of decisions and scalability of programs.
Proficient in all aspects of MS Office (Outlook, Excel etc) and able to work with various systems




Atlantic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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