Facilities Team Lead at Syntec Optics

Rochester, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Facilities Management, EHS Compliance, Preventive Maintenance, Troubleshooting, CNC Equipment, Injection Molding, Leadership, Project Management, Communication, Problem Solving, Vendor Management, Budget Management, Safety Training, Technical Expertise, Decision Making

Industry

Plastics Manufacturing

Description

Job Summary: The Facilities Team Lead is responsible for overseeing the operation, maintenance, and improvement of the facilities, equipment, and infrastructure at Syntec Optics. This role ensures company compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards, supports production operations by troubleshooting equipment issues (including injection molding machines, robots, conveyor equipment, CNC mills, lathes, turning equipment, high vacuum coating systems, and equipment cooling systems), manages preventive maintenance programs, and coordinates facility projects that ensure operational efficiency and safety. The team lead will oversee a small team of maintenance technicians in support of a 24 hour x 7 day manufacturing operation. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) • Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies and programs in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local regulations. • Lead the company Safety Committee efforts to conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and hazard analyses in support of a safe workplace. • Provide training and guidance to employees on safety procedures, emergency response, and regulatory compliance. • Work with HR team to maintain proper documentation of incidents, inspections, and corrective actions. • Serve as primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and internal safety committees. Maintenance (Injection Molding, CNC, Coating) • Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs for all company production assets and facility equipment. • Coordinate troubleshooting and repair activities to minimize downtime. • Maintain spare parts inventory and coordinate vendor service as needed. • Develop equipment reliability strategies to improve machine uptime and efficiency. • Support engineering teams with selection of equipment, equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications. Facilities Management • Manage day-to-day facility operations including utilities, HVAC, compressed air systems, building infrastructure, and grounds. • Oversee contractors and vendors for building services, renovations, and maintenance projects. • Develop and manage facilities budgets, including capital projects and operating expenses. • Ensure compliance with environmental permits, waste management programs, and sustainability initiatives. • Implement facility security, access control, and emergency preparedness systems. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. The noise level in the work environment may range from low to moderate. Education, Skills and Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Industrial Maintenance, or related field (preferred). • 5+ years of experience in facilities management, industrial maintenance, or related leadership role in a manufacturing operation. • Strong knowledge of EHS regulations and compliance standards. • Hands-on experience with CNC and/or injection molding equipment maintenance. • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and lead cross-functional teams. • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Strong leadership and decision-making ability. • Technical expertise in manufacturing equipment and facilities systems. • Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance. • Ability to manage budgets and drive cost efficiencies. • Effective vendor and contractor management skills.

Responsibilities

The Facilities Team Lead oversees the operation, maintenance, and improvement of facilities and equipment while ensuring compliance with EHS standards. This role includes managing a small team of maintenance technicians to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation.