Local Facilities Manager

Inside the Role

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA), the leader in commercial vehicle transportation solutions, is building a brand-new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the United States. The greenfield, purpose-built facility will expand DTNA’s manufacturing capacity and strengthen vocational and on-highway truck production. Designed with advanced production technologies and flexible manufacturing systems, the facility will support future innovation, quality, efficiency, and operational resilience. It will enable the efficient production of a wide range of vehicle configurations while providing the agility to respond to evolving market demands. As part of this exciting manufacturing expansion, we are seeking a Local Facilities Manager for the new US reference factory. From plant development concept, including layout, infrastructure, production flow, architectural design, expansion concept in close cross functional coordination with all WP and Corp. ME and Local OU leads the project. Supervision in close of all building & infrastructure aspects of the project, from the planning phase over construction to final inspection. Close collaboration with corporate manufacturing engineering to ensure implementation of Reference Factory Layout and Concepts. As operations begin in the new plant, role converts into production is responsible for optimizing use of human capital and financial resources to assure the proper buyoff, functionality and maintenance of the operative equipment and facilities at the new TMP.

DTNA is currently evaluating multiple potential locations for the facility.
This is a project position. While you may be able to start your position from your current location both significant travel and an eventual relocation to the new plant location are required of this project position.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $144,000 - $184,000 USD 

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience​ 

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Benefits include annual variable pay bonus program; eligible for the use of a company vehicle; 401k company contribution with company match up to 8% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age.; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive health care plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans. 

What You Drive

• Lead facility planning and execution activities, including construction, procurement, architectural design, infrastructure development, and facility master implementation planning.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and legal requirements, audits, corporate procedures, and applicable government regulations.
• Manage building and infrastructure budgets, schedules, milestones, and project constraints.
• Coordinate infrastructure and process interfaces across organizational units, facility work packages, and inbound and outbound logistics.
• Develop strategies to ensure facility and equipment readiness, including organizational planning and staffing support for equipment installation and production ramp-up.
• Establish and monitor post-SOP KPIs to drive ongoing facility performance, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• 8 years of Related Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of automation equipment and programming concepts.
• Knowledge of factory and production environments, including facility and equipment requirements.
• Knowledge of jobsite management and production operations.
• Knowledge of project management, including planning, organization, budget management, scheduling, and coordination of multiple workstreams.
• Knowledge of applicable legal, environmental, and regulatory requirements related to facilities and industrial operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
• Strong decision-making and conflict-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical functions.
• Demonstrated leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Attached resume is required.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• MBA, Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or another related advanced degree.
• Experience with Factory Mutual (FM) standards and/or Reference Factory concepts.
• Advanced knowledge of automation, controls, or equipment programming in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting new facility launches, major facility expansions, equipment installation, or production ramp-up through Start of Production (SOP).
• Experience leading complex, cross-functional building and infrastructure projects within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience establishing and monitoring facility or operational KPIs to support continuous improvement.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- 

Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

U.S. Visa sponsorship available if you qualify under the following:

• Hold a valid existing Visa (L1A, L1B, L2, TN, H1B, H4 EAD, OPT EAD, CPT)
• Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa
• Those eligible for a TN Visa (Canadian or Mexican National working in an Engineering, Accounting or Scientific Technologist capacity with an aligning degree)
• Those eligible for an L-1 (inter-company) Daimler Truck visa under the Corporate Blanket L-1 program would require at least one-year of qualifying experience in the last three years

Additional Information

• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.