EHS & Facilities Manager

Company Overview:

KaVo, headquartered in Biberach, Germany, is a renowned manufacturer and supplier of dental care units, instruments and laboratory equipment with a strong worldwide brand presence. For more than 100 years, KaVo has focused on innovation and quality in dental products and services, building an outstanding reputation among dentists, dental technicians, and dental hygienists.

Our company culture is rooted in a continuous improvement mindset, intense focus on people, both in regards to our customer and employees, and an unrelenting desire to provide best-in-class products and services that continue to advance our industry. Our 1600 employees around the world embody the values of a successful family business, constantly implementing solutions to make modern dentistry better and better - that's how we inspire dentists around the world.

As part of the KaVo family, we want to inspire and encourage you to develop your full potential with us. Let's work together as a team for one of the most beautiful things in life: A healthy smile

Position Overview:

This position, located in Charlotte, North Carolina, coordinates the company's maintenance, facilities, and safety functions including upkeep and expansion of buildings and grounds, site security, management and oversight of the preventive maintenance program, and repair of all equipment, machinery, and vehicles. This position is also responsible for driving the company safety programs to ensure compliance to all local, state, and federal environmental and safety regulations.

Position Description / Main Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Responsible for overall facility maintenance and janitorial support, requiring 24/7 on call availability for distribution, service, and customer training activities.
• Drive improvements and repairs for the facility (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, forklift, dock doors, etc.).
• Develop and implement a thorough preventive maintenance program to maintain optimal performance of critical systems, ensure adherence to safety regulations, and facilitate forward-looking infrastructure replacement planning.
• Responsible for all facility contracts, works with external contractors to provide quotes.
• Supervises work crews on large jobs (e.g., moving and installing large pieces of equipment) to ensure that each job is completed efficiently and safely with a minimum of equipment damage and downtime
• Assign and monitor the work of all maintenance personnel to ensure that timely and quality work is completed and that all safety precautions and procedures are observed
• Manage and supervise the procurement process for construction materials, janitorial supplies, facility essentials and equipment, ensuring efficient and timely purchase order handling and ontime payments.
• Support and direct emergency crews and first response teams as required
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external facility and safety inspections, including those conducted by the Fire Marshal, OSHA, insurance representatives, and other regulatory entities.
• Oversee facility security operations and administer the building badge identification program to ensure safety and access control.
• Conduct facility-related post-accident investigations and corrective actions.
• Ensure environmental compliance of operations processes, stormwater permits, fire codes RCRA, HAZWOPPER certifications, and proper storage and disposal of waste.
• Ensure that all necessary facility certifications and reports, including OSHA documentation, fire permits, and Tier II submissions, are up-to-date, compliant, and submitted on-time.
• Oversee site safety programs, ensuring employee training remains up-to-date and procedures are revised as needed to maintain compliance.
• Champion waste reduction and facilities cost savings initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 4 years of experience in a role responsible for facility maintenance management
• At least 1 year of experience in a formal or informal leadership role

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in business or a relevant field
• 3 years of experience in a similar role
• Prior experience in a regulated distribution environment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Facility management and maintenance knowledge
• Knowledge of building and fire codes and their administration
• Ability to work with contractors and negotiate costs
• Working knowledge of EHS, OSHA, and Environmental regulations and requirements gained through formal education (certifications, formal training, etc) or work experience
• Ability to influence and lead associates (operations support, administrative support, and leadership staff)
• Ability to oversee and prioritize multiple demanding projects
• Business acumen

Core Competencies:

• Action Oriented
• Approachable
• Composure
• Customer Focus
• Dealing with Ambiguity
• Acts with Integrity
• Metric Driven
• Self-Aware

Work Environment:

This position involves both stationary office work at a desk and movement around the warehouse floor and building grounds and requires 24/7 availability for facility maintenance and janitorial support. The individual must be able to move throughout the facility, climb ladders, lift heavy objects, and operate various tools and machinery. They will handle chemicals, work with electrical systems, and operate machinery, all while adhering to safety protocols to prevent hazards such as shocks, burns, and injuries. The environment may expose them to varying temperatures, noise levels, and potentially dusty or dirty conditions. Strong communication and onsite presence are essential.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the main responsibilities and tasks satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and quality benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match up to 5%, paid parental leave, flexible vacation, working hours and hybrid working options. Benefits provided may differ by role and location

KaVo is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to disability or veteran status.