SAFETY AND FACILITIES MANAGER-ONSITE at Schneider Packaging Equipment – Brewerton, New York

Base Salary Range: $80,000-$100,000.00 Reports to – Director of Operations

Annual Bonus: 10% Direct Reports – None

Remote: N/A Status – Exempt

Company Website: www.schneiderequip.com

ABOUT SCHNEIDER

At Schneider Packaging Equipment Company, Inc. (“Schneider”), we believe innovation starts with the consumer. This approach has propelled our success in developing real-world solutions that allow us to automate the supply of life’s products. With over 50 years of industry problem-solving in end-of-line automation, Schneider is a leading manufacturer of case packing and robotic palletizing solutions. Headquartered in Upstate New York, we design state-of-the-art machinery for customers in industries such as: food and beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, personal care, plastics, and paper.

Schneider is now a part of the Pacteon family of companies. Our continued growth has allowed us to really be our Customer’s one source for end of line packaging solutions.

ABOUT PACTEON

Pacteon Group provides one source for best-in-class automation focused on end of line packaging solutions, providing the highest-level customer experience. Through a broad range of robotic and non-robotic equipment, ability to integrate solutions seamlessly across portfolio companies, and full sales and service coverage, Pacteon is uniquely positioned to design flexible and custom solutions for your automation needs. For more information on Pacteon, please visit www.pacteon.com .

OUR CORE VALUES

We believe and live our Core Values, our IPACT:

Integrity

Pride

Accountability

Customer Service

Teamwork

Our Pacteon Promise is “We make it right”. As our customer’s one source for end-of-line packaging solutions, everyone plays an important role in making that happen.

We provide internal growth paths for our employees and support them in their professional development goals. Diversity is important to us; we are proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer striving for innovation and growth both for our employees and our Company.

SUMMARY AND PURPOSE

• Responsible for all aspects of facilities and building operations, ensuring sites are safe, clean, functional, and compliant with applicable health and safety requirements.
• Balances hands-on physical upkeep (HVAC, electrical, grounds, and general maintenance) with proactive safety management (training, inspections, incident response, and regulatory compliance) to protect employees and reduce organizational risk.
• Develops, implements, and enforces safety policies and procedures to prevent incidents and ensure compliance with OSHA and other federal, state, and local regulations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilities Maintenance & Operations

• Oversee day-to-day facility operations including cleaning, alarm systems, and maintenance of interior and exterior areas; perform regular inspections to ensure facilities remain in good condition.
• Coordinate and/or perform trash removal, snow removal, and hazardous waste handling and disposal in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Coordinate maintenance and inspection readiness of company vehicles, forklifts, and other mobile equipment.
• Establish and maintain preventive maintenance schedules; track work orders, inspections, and corrective actions to support reliability and uptime.
• Manage facility upgrade and expansion projects from scope through closeout, including planning, scheduling, contractor coordination, and quality verification.
• Ensure projects meet applicable code, permit, and safety requirements; maintain project documentation (quotes, approvals, as-builts, warranties) and coordinate turnover to operations.

Safety Compliance, Training & Risk Management

• Develop, implement, and monitor Pacteon’s safety and health programs to ensure workplace compliance with OSHA and other applicable safety and environmental requirements.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and records (inspections, corrective actions, SDS, logs, and training files) to support audits, insurance, and regulatory reporting.
• Manage the safety training program and ensure required training is completed, documented, and kept current.
• Identify workplace hazards and implement risk-reduction measures, including creating, updating, and maintaining Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Conduct routine safety inspections and tours; communicate findings, drive timely corrective actions, and verify closure.
• Lead incident and near-miss reporting and investigations; perform root-cause analysis, recommend corrective actions, and support workers’ compensation and insurance claims as needed.
• Support emergency preparedness efforts including evacuation plans, fire prevention activities, drills, and post-drill reviews.

Resource Management

• Schedule repairs and preventive maintenance; coordinate with internal stakeholders and outside contractors as needed.
• Manage onsite contractors and vendors, including onboarding, safety orientation, site rules, and performance/quality expectations.
• Collaborate with leadership on budgets for facility repairs, improvements, and capital projects; help prioritize work based on risk, compliance needs, and business impact.
• Obtain quotes and support purchasing of parts and services (as applicable); manage basic service contracts and maintain vendor contact information and records.

Safety Culture Advocacy

• Promote a strong safety culture through regular safety meetings, visible leadership, safety communications, and employee engagement.
• Lead the safety committee and coordinate safety activities (e.g., communications, inspections support, and drills) to reinforce compliance and continuous improvement.
• Travel to Pacteon sites as needed to review, train, and support safety policies, processes, and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
• High School Diploma required, Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, engineering or related field preferred.
• Experience:
• 2-5+ years in facilities management, maintenance, or safety management.
• Valid NYS driver’s license required.
• Current fork truck license, with a safe record, or ability to acquire one internally.
• Must be able to be certified for powered industrial truck operation.
• Ability to plan, schedule, train, check and evaluate work.
• Skills:
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, Environmental Protection Agency(EPA), and other safety regulations
• Short-term trades and/or technical training desired
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar certification a plus

BENEFITS

• Medical/HSA/FSA
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Company paid Life and AD&D
• Optional Life Insurance
• Flexible Work Schedule

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK REQUIREMENTS

Physical Requirement Never Sometimes Frequently

Sitting X

Standing/Walking X

Lifting/Carrying Upto 10 lbs X

Lifting/Carrying Upto 30 lbs X

Pushing/Pulling X

Keyboarding X

Gross Manipulation X

Fine Manipulation X

Driving X

Stooping X

Speaking X

Hearing X

Near Visual Acuity X

Ability to Travel X