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Blue Bird (NASDAQ: BLBD) is recognized as a technology leader and innovator of school buses since its founding in 1927. Our dedicated team members design, engineer and manufacture school buses with a singular focus on safety, reliability, and durability. School buses carry the most precious cargo in the world – 25 million children twice a day – making them the most trusted mode of student transportation. The company is the proven leader in low- and zero-emission school buses with more than 25,000 propane, natural gas, and electric powered buses sold. Blue Bird is transforming the student transportation industry through cleaner energy solutions. For more information on Blue Bird's complete product and service portfolio, visit www.blue-bird.com.

JOB SUMMARY

The Facility Manager is responsible for providing leadership for the facility support services for the Fort Valley Main Production Plant, Blue Bird West Facility and Blue Bird leased warehouse.  Building maintenance, logistical management activities and health/safety responsibility is included.  This person must be highly motivated and be able to transfer this motivation to the workforce.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote and provide a safe, healthy work environment
• Provide facility support for office and production areas and activities
• Oversee and schedule the housekeeping and building maintenance staff
• Planning, scheduling, coordination and execution of projects / activities
• Must be able to train and develop employees
• Must be supportive of management decisions and company policy
• Must maintain 5 S techniques and housekeeping objectives within the assigned work area
• Must be able to evaluate employee performance and offer constructive criticisms or praise in a positive manner
• Must be able to formulate and maintain departmental budgets
• Must be able to lead or act as a positive change agent in the workplace

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES FOR SUCCESS

• Strong organizational skills, coordination of multiple activates
• Strong knowledge about fire protection system
• Ability to plan, manage and deliver projects on time and in budget
• Preventative maintenance schedules and continuous improvement techniques
• Strong foundation in basic industrial engineering
• Must be computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Must have working knowledge of Lean techniques and capabilities to apply principles
• Must have established excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must have previously established leadership experience in an industrial environment
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints

BASIC EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in maintenance
• Minimum 5 years of previous experience in maintenance
• Minimum 2 years working with fire protection experience
• All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 4 years of leadership experience in maintenance

WE VALUE

• Ability to anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidance
• Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills to handle difficult and sensitive matters.
• Strong project management skills. Exposure to difficult or complex projects a plus.
• Ability to influence stakeholders
• Effective communication and ability to communicate complex details in a clear manner.
• Flexible workspaces and work hours that help you unleash the best you.
• Working in a collaborative team and balancing the needs of individual stakeholders while delivering corporate objectives.

WORK CONDITIONS

(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Must work in manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, cold and noise
• Fast paced production area with moving objects and sheet metal
• Occasional periods of standing or sitting for extended periods of time
• Must wear appropriate PPE when and where required
• Frequent communication with people throughout the day

INCLUDES

• Continued Professional Development
• Benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 14 paid holidays, vacation time and 401k matching

*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Blue Bird® is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We strive to have the best available talent in every job based on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities each person brings.  Blue Bird is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination in all forms.

All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

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