Facilities Coordinator

Make a +Difference at Kraton!

At Kraton, we make a Positive Difference, and we are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for our customers and to the world.  We are looking to hire a key member of our Facilities team at our Amsterdam location. 

As Facilities Coordinator you will manage and coordinate critical facility operations and warehouse activities. From overseeing external contractors and maintaining building systems to handling shipments, stockrooms, and safety protocols, you’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. If you’re skilled in multitasking, problem-solving, and leading maintenance and logistics efforts, this is your chance to make a lasting impact while keeping everything running like clockwork

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance Responsibilities

⦁    Manage & Coordinate all external maintenance contractors, such as plumbing, pipefitting, fire safety inspections
⦁    Develop and implement schedule and oversee: larger HVAC repairs, outside contractors, lab equipment utility connects, chiller/elevator/boiler/generator/electrical switchgear maintenance
⦁    Conduct minor maintenance to building systems, such as HVAC and changing out filters, light bulbs, fixtures
⦁    Coordination of Fire life safety inspections 
⦁    Upkeep of building life safety 
⦁    Manage pest control
⦁    Fire alarm monitoring coverage & management 
⦁    Act as a liaison between the HSES & Facilities Manager and building Management Company on issues related to the facility including but not limited to:
⦁    Conducting walk-throughs of areas to ensure no hazards exist.  
⦁    Landlord Vendor approval
⦁    Meeting with vendors or contractors who are onsite to do repairs.

Warehouse Responsibilities

⦁    Obtain and process orders and returns; including but not limited to receiving deliveries, registering them, storing them, and/or distributing packages or coordinating pick up of packages.
⦁    Maintain the company stockrooms/storage areas/racking through organizing, cleaning, and cataloging items on a regular basis.  Following through with emails on items needing replenishing and following up with appropriate personnel.
⦁    Schedule large shipments and plan logistics to ensure that there is sufficient storage space for incoming items.
⦁    Keep files of goods shipped and received by preparing regular shipping and receiving reports for managers. 
⦁    Handle issues arising in shipping or inventory handling i.e. troubleshoot shipping issues that arise and work to solve them. 
⦁    Place merchandise in a warehouse or storage facility or racks by packaging, lifting items as necessary, operating forklifts and pallet jacks for large goods.
⦁    Coordinate all hazardous and nonhazardous waste from all areas from the facility to waste room.
⦁    Inspect dumpsters to ensure nothing is inadvertently placed in them.
⦁    Must meet with all vendors related to shipping & receiving and waste activities. 
 

Required Skills

• 5+ years relevant experience
• Basic MS Office required
• FedEx Software a plus
• Forklift usage - must be comfortable operating a forklift
• Required Experience/Skills (license not required)
  • Electrical
  • Plumbing
  • Pipe fitting
  • HVAC
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Project management
  • Contractor management
  • Maintenance schedule creation

What we Offer

• A supportive work environment that values teamwork and collaboration.
• A chance to make a real positive difference in the industry, working on sustainable solutions. 
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a talented and diverse team of professionals in the field.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills.

Education, Certifications & Licenses

Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent

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The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification.  Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Kraton’s internal talent acquisition team manages our recruiting efforts and from time to time works with pre-selected/pre-approved external staffing agencies. We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from recruiters and/or agencies who are not pre-selected/pre-approved.

Kraton is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.