Facilities Manager
Eurofins Food Chemistry Testing Des Moines, Inc.

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.Eurofins is a global leader in Microbiology, Food & Supplement testing.

• Over 50,000 employees worldwide
• Eurofins recently celebrated 30 years of excellence in bioanalytical testing.
• The company has grown from 4 employees in a small lab in France to a global network.
• 800 state-of-the-art laboratories across 50countries.
• Eurofins is one of the best performing companies in the world. In three decades, the company has grown more than 3,000 times.
• Eurofins is now the global market leader in environmental, food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics testing as well as in agro-sciences CRO (Contract Research Organization) services.

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

• Assist in supervision of general facilities operations, provide guidance on policies, procedures, and/orproblems,equipment, and schedules.
• Adhere to, and ensure that staff adheres to, pertinent health, safety, and environmental regulations relative to department; maintain and assist others in maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Assist in the administering and direct the training ofassigned facilities staff on policies/procedures applicable to area of responsibility.
• Maintain maintenance and repair electronic and mechanical components of Lab/HVAC equipment.
• Posess PC based computer literacy using Eurofins systems & platforms.
• Comply with established quality system standards.
• Handlehazardous chemicals following, without exception, the company's safety requirements.
• Initial RCRA (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act) training.
• Annual RCRA awareness training.
• Complet Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. (HAZWOPER) initial 24 hour training and annual 8 hour refresher training.
• Hazardous Materials Transport DOT every three years.
• Previous experience working with general laboratory equipment.
• Perform emergency machine repairs as needed, campuswide.
• Rebuild machinery as needed campus wide.
• Diagnose electrical, pneumatic, plumbing and mechanical problems and take corrective action.
• Read electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics, and understand symbols.
• Schedule ofwork orders utilizing "maintenance connection" and other Eurofins platforms.
• Understand facility processes and use that knowledge to diagnose maintenance problems.
• Aid in development and installation of new or rebuilt equipment.
• Troubleshoot a variety of laboratory equipment such as: chillers, shakers, water-baths, pumps, valves or any other automated or manual equipment.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards, including ISO, OSHA, FDA, EPA, DEA and other federal, state, and local codes.
• Follow Company policies and procedures.
• Promote a safe, secure and positive work environment for all employees.
• Comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.
• Conducts work activities in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performother duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 5+ years working in a facility/maintenance role.
• Previous experience working with Hazardous Chemicals.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Responsive, independent problem solver and action-oriented.
• Perform under pressure of a fast paced lab production environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and maintenance management software.
• Work well with a team with little supervision.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety procedures.
• Experience with HVAC systems, electrical systems, and general building maintenance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with energy management and sustainability practices.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Certification in Facilities Management (CFM) or related field preferred.
• Experience with project management and budget planning.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.

Additional Information

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Eurofins is aM/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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