Plant Operations Manager

Plant Operations Manager

Wilson Health | Sidney, Ohio

Wilson Health is seeking a collaborative, hands-on leader to serve as our next Plant Operations Manager-someone who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and takes pride in creating a safe, reliable, and high-performing environment of care.

This role is ideal for a leader with strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to appropriately prioritize competing demands while maintaining a strong customer service mindset.

As the Plant Operations Manager, you will lead the daily operations of our facilities and maintenance teams, ensuring that our hospital environment is safe, compliant, and running at peak performance.

Key Perks and Benefits:

• Access to Employer Direct Care Clinic. Free medical care and pharmacy services for eligible employees and dependents covered by Wilson Health''s medical insurance plan.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) program beginning day one, designed to support work-life balance, rest, and time with family.
• Medical Insurance: Choose from two High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) options or a PPO plan, along with Dental and Vision coverage. Benefits begin on the date of hire.
• HSA with employer contribution for eligible health plans; FSA for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and employee and dependent Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Industry-leading retirement plan - employer contributions begin day one with no waiting period for participation.
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Free access to an on-site gym, available 24/7, making it easy to prioritize your health and wellness before or after your shift.

You will:

• Lead and develop a diverse team across maintenance, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and grounds
• Oversee preventative maintenance programs and ensure timely, high-quality completion of work orders
• Prioritize and triage work effectively, balancing urgent needs with planned maintenance and long-term projects
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships, ensuring accountability and quality outcomes
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, capital planning, and operational improvements
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards including Life Safety and environment of care requirements
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Serve as a key leader during emergency situations, ensuring rapid and effective response

Preferred experience:

• Hospital or healthcare facility operations experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems
• Experience with regulatory compliance (NFPA, Life Safety Code, ACHC or similar)
• Vendor and contractor management experience
• Budgeting and financial oversight

Leadership qualities:

• Hands-on, visible leader who supports and develops their team
• Strong judgment with the ability to prioritize work based on urgency and impact
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to supporting clinical teams and internal stakeholders
• Strong communicator who builds trust and accountability
• Problem-solver who can manage multiple priorities
• Collaborative partner across departments

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in facilities management or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership/supervisory experience
• 5+ years of healthcare facilities experience preferred

Why Wilson Health?

At Wilson Health, we are building a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to lead a critical function of the organization while helping shape the future of our facilities and operations.

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