Facilities Engineer at Vwr

Avantor is a global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better, bringing new patient treatments and therapies to market, and enabling medical devices that help improve lives. Avantor is committed to helping employees grow their careers through a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture, with learning experiences to support career growth and success. Avantor is seeking a Facilities Engineer to organize the most efficient and cost-effective layout of organization facilities and buildings. This full-time position based out of our Bakersfield, CA office offers the opportunity to train and direct Engineering Mechanics/Electricians/Contractors in performing facilities-related work. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent degree, 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing company of similar size, and knowledge of shop skills and computer literacy. Strong mechanical and electrical background is desirable. The Facilities Engineer will estimate material and labor costs for repairs, replacements, and improvements, serve as a liaison with outside contractors and vendors, and oversee the reconfiguration and alteration of existing facilities to improve plant production. They will also manage engineering firm contracts, coordinate repairs and maintenance, and ensure compliance with government regulations and safety procedures. The expected pre-tax pay for this position is $57,300.00 - $95,400.00. Apply today and dare to go further in your career with Avantor! Responsibilities: - Estimate material and labor costs for repairs, replacements, and improvements. - Serve as liaison with outside contractors and vendors of equipment and supplies. - Direct contracted and maintenance personnel on installing, repairing, or troubleshooting facility related equipment and systems. - Design and oversee the reconfiguration and alteration of existing facilities to improve plant production. - Prepare bids and cost/design analysis of various projects as directed. - Coordinate with various departments and outside contractors in developing design criteria. - Implement and oversee design solutions that conform to government regulations. - Manage engineering firm contracts for specific expertise and local code/regulation experience. - Build and maintain contractor relationships to address facilities-related repairs and maintenance. - Pursue bids and quote for maintenance service plans for process utility and facility systems and equipment. - Scope and execute capital projects for facilities-related improvements / repairs. - Manage after-hours contractor and emergency calls. - Uphold and implement Avantor Safety Procedures and High Hazard permits for associates and contractors. - Liaise with local, state, and federal agencies for facilities-related systems. - Communicate with property management group for leased buildings. - Issue radios and other site-wide personnel communication devices. - Coordinate repairs and maintenance for material handling and personnel work equipment. - Conduct facility inspections to ensure good housekeeping standards. - Investigate injury and incident reports related to engineering personnel or facility/equipment issues. - Identify opportunities for facilities improvements, innovations, and expansion. - Manage invoices and purchase requisitions. - May be involved in office move coordination.

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