Facilities Technician

At TA Resources we've re-imagined traditional staffing and HR outsourcing with Small Businesses in mind. Focusing on what makes our clients unique, we match them with the talent they need to continue to grow. We are currently searching for a Facilities Technician for our client located in Round Lake, IL.

Our client is not just a fragrance and flavor house; they are the pioneers of perfumery, taste, and malodor abatement excellence. Their cutting-edge technology and trendsetting creations are poised to captivate your senses like never before.

If you possess a discerning nose, an appreciation for the artistry of perfumery, and an unquenchable thirst for extraordinary scents, your dream opportunity has arrived! Join us to be part of a journey where imagination knows no bounds, and scent becomes an unforgettable experience.

Job Description / Position Overview:
The Facilities Technician oversees the day-to-day operations and long-term upkeep of the organization's physical environment. This includes managing routine maintenance, repairs, security, janitorial services, space planning, and regulatory compliance. The role ensures that facilities are safe, efficient, and conducive to productivity for all occupants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily facility operations across all sites as main point of contact.
• Oversee maintenance schedules (Internal MR Requests) and service contracts.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Supervise facility staff and external service providers.
• Monitor facility budgets and optimize operational costs.
• Lead space planning and workplace improvement initiatives.

Collaboration Requirement:

• The Facilities Technician must collaborate with the Maintenance Project Manager to coordinate project activities with ongoing operations. Both roles are jointly accountable for delivering weekly status reports to the Vice President of Operations and the COO, providing a comprehensive view of facility
  performance and project execution.

• Additional Duties:
  Respond to urgent facility needs and support special initiatives as they arise.

Requirements / Qualifications:

• Proven experience in facilities management, maintenance engineering, or operations leadership.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, automation technologies, and production equipment.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Ability to travel frequently and work across multiple locations.
  
  

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required; College degree or industry accreditation preferred.
• 5-10 years relevant experience in production, or warehouse in a manufacturing environment, and 5 years experience managing general contract projects.
• Excellent oral and written proficiency in the English language.
• Knowledge of Good manufacturing processes (GMPs).
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Deadline oriented.
• IT skills - Proficiency in using common PC applications & inventory management software.
• Excellent ability to work with others.
• Detail-oriented
• Multitasking capabilities
• Cognitive (Reasoning):
      o Apply principles of rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
     o Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, visual, or schedule form.

Communication:
     o Vocalize and explain detailed data and problem-solve.
     o Must have good communication skills (both verbal and written)
     o Compose routine correspondence on own initiative.
     o Make comprehensive notes in English.
     o May involve a large volume of such composition.
     o Must have ability to work well under pressure.

Compensation:
Competitive market-based salary; commensurate with experience