Associate Manager, Facilities

Join Kyocera International, Inc.
We're hiring an Associate Manager, Facilities at our Hendersonville, NC location!

Salary Range: $74,000 to $90,000 annually
(Final offer based on experience, education, skills, and market factors)

Why Kyocera?
With nearly 80,000 employees worldwide, Kyocera is a global leader in advanced ceramic technologies used in aerospace, automotive, medical, and semiconductor industries. Our materials power everything from smartphones to space shuttles - and we're just getting started.

What Makes Us Stand Out?
We don't just offer jobs - we offer careers with purpose, stability, and growth. Here's what you can expect:

Generous Time Off

• 3 weeks of vacation to start (120 hours/year)
• 10 paid holidays annually

Financial Wellness

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid pension plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Investing in You

• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Flexible schedules

Work-Life Balance & Culture

• On-site gym, walking track, and employee gardens at larger locations
• Long-tenured team (many with 30+ years of service!)
• Inclusive and diverse workforce
• A company philosophy rooted in doing the right thing as a human being

Our Philosophy
Kyocera's culture is deeply inspired by our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori. His values guide our decisions and shape our workplace. Learn more about our guiding principles here:

Kyocera Values

Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today and become part of a team that's shaping the future - one innovation at a time.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The Associate Manager, Facilities is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all plant equipment, buildings, and grounds. In addition, may be responsible for engineering design, construction and installation and coordination of subcontractors for portions of the facilities and equipment, or alteration or modifications to existing facilities and equipment.

REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma required, 4 year degree preferred
1+ years' experience in a leadership position desired
Minimum 5 years' experience in HVAC, maintenance and machine repair
Forklift certified
Ability to work in an ITAR environment
Must pass a background check

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintains responsibility for the structural and functional (machine, power, water, security) viability for a manufacturing facility.
2. Leads projects in building repair, alterations, and modifications.
3. Assist in overseeing construction and repair projects. Reviews bids and estimates to determine best vendor and may complete ringis.
4. Assists in creation of a facilities master plan/strategic plan to systematically address on-going facility requirements in support of local manufacturing and consistent with the financial goals of the organization.
5. Supervision, training, and timekeeping of trade staff personnel including the identification of requisite skills; on-going development plans and retention and motivation of team members.
6. Responsible for all appropriate managerial tasks including, but not limited to performance management, training and development, and compensation administration.
7. Responsible for managing multiple projects and tasks over both short and long-term periods of time.
8. Maintains appropriate relationships with key governmental and regulatory agencies to effectively communicate the organization's plans and effectively align the interests of all parties.
9. Collaborates with municipal/regulatory organizations' personnel on problems concerning facility.
10. Review of all on-going contracts and blanket orders for services in conjunction with Supply Management to locate most appropriate and cost-effective suppliers and alternatives.
11. Timely dissemination of budgetary allocations to consuming departments.
12. Creation of strategies to reduce costs and consumption of energy through progressive building and conservation strategies.
13. Compiles and maintains information on plant facilities, including reviewing all applicable codes to comply with city and state regulations/requirements.
14. Establishes and maintains preventive maintenance standards and schedules in SAP.
15. Assist with Environmental Compliance and monitoring activities as required.
16. Membership on facility Emergency Response Team. Must be available after hours and as needed for emergencies or machine down situations.
17. Frequently interacts with sub-ordinate supervisors, customers and/or functional peer group managers, normally involving matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers and the company. Often must lead a cooperative effort. May be involved in hiring, discipline, termination, and performance management.

Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
The following physical activities 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 and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk or hear; frequently required to reach with hands and arms; and occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals; and occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.

Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.