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Target

Sells everyday goods and affordable designer styles

Engineering and Facilities Maintenance Manager - Sortation Center

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$73k - $132k
Mid
Bachelor's
King of Prussia, PA, USA
In Person
Facilities OperationsFacilities Management
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A four-year degree in a relevant technical or engineering field, or equivalent experience, is preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams across designated shifts, including weekends, overnights, and holidays, while ensuring operational continuity, rapid decision-making, and consistent leadership presence in fast-paced environments.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, analytical, and stakeholder management skills, supported by a safety-first mindset and a track record of driving operational excellence.
  • Skill in contractor and vendor management, capital project oversight, and ensuring quality, cost, and performance outcomes.
  • Proficiency in computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or enterprise asset management (EAM) systems and PC applications, with the ability to use data and technology to improve reliability and efficiency.
  • Ability to access all areas of the distribution center, including mezzanines and freezer environments as low as –15°F.
  • For Food & Beverage roles only: Expertise in ammonia refrigeration systems and deep knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM), Risk Management Plan (RMP), and International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) standards. RETA certification (CIRO or CARO) is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the planning, operation, and upkeep of building systems, equipment, and infrastructure to provide a safe, reliable, and efficient supply chain environment.
  • Own facility health and performance, driving uptime, throughput, cost efficiency, and risk reduction while promoting a safety-first, reliability-centered maintenance culture.
  • Lead preventive and predictive maintenance, oversee capital projects, manage vendors, and coordinate emergency repairs for critical assets.
  • Use metrics, data analysis, and root-cause investigations to drive continuous improvement, reduce downtime, and improve equipment effectiveness.
  • Collaborate across functions, report performance promptly, and handle escalations to support execution across the Engineering & Facilities network.
  • Guide Maintenance Technicians, Facility Attendants, and CMMS Technicians by setting clear expectations, promoting accountability, and maintaining urgency.
  • Recruit, onboard, and develop talent through coaching, feedback, and formal and on-the-job training.
  • Enforce lockout/tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash, and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards; prevent hazards and lead post-incident investigations.
  • For Food & Beverage operations, ensure sanitation and ammonia refrigeration compliance to protect product integrity and meet regulatory standards.
  • Manage life-cycle planning, contractor quality, and operating and capital expenditure budgets for material handling equipment, power distribution, HVAC, fire suppression, dock equipment, backup generators, and other site systems.
  • Use maintenance data and predictive technologies to improve reliability and reduce total cost of ownership.
  • Balance multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment; adapt to change, align teams, and deliver results.
Desired Qualifications
  • RETA certification (CIRO or CARO) is strongly preferred for Food & Beverage roles.

About the company

Target sells groceries, clothing, home goods and other everyday products to U.S. shoppers through stores and its website, with an emphasis on affordable style and design. Its own brands include Cat & Jack children's clothing and Good & Gather food, alongside national brands and exclusive designer collections. Customers shop in person or order online for shipping, pickup or delivery, while Target Plus adds products from outside sellers. Merchandise sales drive its revenue, supplemented by Roundel advertising, marketplace fees and paid memberships. The company traces its roots to 1902, opened its first Target store in 1962, and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

1902

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What believers are saying

  • Demand is recovering: August 2026 results showed fiscal second quarter comparable sales up 3.8% and total sales up 5.3%.
  • Store investment expands project scope: March 2026 plans earmarked $5 billion for stores, technology and supply chains.
  • U.S. employees get study support immediately: Target funds selected tuition programs for full-time and part-time staff from day one.

What critics are saying

  • Pricing is exposed to import costs: about half Target's merchandise originates abroad, with China its largest import source.
  • Profit comparisons flatter the turnaround: August 2026 earnings included $1.65 per share from tariff refunds.
  • Corporate roles faced cuts: October 2025 restructuring targeted about 1,000 employees and 800 vacancies.

What makes Target unique

  • Design work reaches shelves at scale: Target's owned brands generate over $30 billion annually.
  • Stores power online economics: Target stores fulfilled 97.6% of merchandise sales in fiscal 2025.
  • Target's delivery membership reaches beyond its shelves: Circle 360 covers Shipt's more than 100 retail partners.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Discounts

Growth & Insights

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%