Facilities Manager – Personal Care Products Manufacturing Must Haves: • 7+ years of plant or facilities management experience in a manufacturing environment • Must come from a manufacturing background • BS/BA in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of maintenance certifications and 5+ years of facilities management leadership in a manufacturing setting • Hands-on experience with facility systems including HVAC, boilers, and electrical distribution • Proven track record managing contractors across multiple trades simultaneously Location: Bedford Park, IL (On-site) Compensation: $140,000–$160,000 base + bonus About the Company A century-old, family-owned personal care products manufacturer is adding a Facilities Manager to take full ownership of facility systems and infrastructure at a large, automated production campus in the Bedford Park area. This is a newly created position built to bring dedicated engineering leadership to a complex facility that has outgrown a generalist approach. The operation produces shampoo, lotion, conditioner, and a broad range of personal care products at scale. The company is specifically looking for someone who comes from a manufacturing environment and understands how large industrial facilities operate from the inside. What the Job Involves • Oversee all facility functions including HVAC, boilers, stationary engineering, building maintenance, and related systems • Manage on-site contractors across multiple trades including electrical and civil work, ensuring all projects meet facility standards, timelines, and safety requirements • Manage on-site wastewater treatment systems and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance • Develop and oversee capital project budgets, scopes, and schedules for infrastructure upgrades and facility improvements • Ensure adherence to applicable codes, OSHA requirements, and safety standards throughout the facility • Identify facility improvement opportunities and lead implementation from concept through completion What They Need • BS/BA in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of maintenance certifications and 5+ years of facilities management leadership in a manufacturing setting • 7+ years of plant or facilities management experience in a manufacturing environment required • Must come from manufacturing • Hands-on experience with facility systems including HVAC, boilers, and electrical distribution • Proven track record managing contractors across multiple trades simultaneously • Strong project management skills including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor coordination • Stationary Engineer license preferred • Strong communicator who can work across departments and with diverse teams