Facilities Coordinator

ABOUT SLATE
At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.
| WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
The Facilities Coordinator keeps the plant's facilities, maintenance, engineering, and project management work organized and moving. This person is the central point of coordination for facility-related requests, projects, vendors, and schedules, provides administrative and calendar support to the Head of Manufacturing Engineering, and helps represent the plant in the local community. The role suits someone who is organized, communicates well, and is comfortable in a manufacturing environment.
| ​WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENT:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.
| WHAT YOU GET TO DO:
FACILITIES COORDINATION
Serve as the main point of contact between facilities maintenance, manufacturing engineering, and project management teams
Track, prioritize, and follow up on facility work orders, service requests, and maintenance schedules
Coordinate contractors, vendors, and service providers, including scheduling, site access, safety orientation, and documentation
Support planned shutdowns, equipment moves, layout changes, and plant improvement projects
Help maintain facility records, including floor plans, equipment lists, permits, inspection records, and compliance documentation
Monitor facility budgets, purchase requisitions, and invoices for facility and engineering projects
PROJECT SUPPORT
Assist project managers with scheduling, status tracking, meeting coordination, and reporting
Prepare meeting agendas, capture minutes and action items, and follow up on open items
Help maintain project timelines, budgets, and supporting documentation
Manage calendar, scheduling, and meeting logistics
Coordinate travel arrangements and expense reporting
Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence
Screen and route incoming requests, and handle confidential information with discretion
Organize department meetings, reviews, and events
COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Serve as a point of contact for community organizations, local government, schools, and neighbors of the plant in Warsaw and Kosciusko County
Coordinate plant tours and visits for students, community groups, customers, and local officials, including scheduling, safety briefings, and escorts
Support the plant's participation in local events, sponsorships, charitable giving, and volunteer activities
Build and maintain relationships with the local chamber of commerce, economic development groups, and educational partners such as schools and workforce programs
Help organize employee volunteer opportunities and community engagement events
Coordinate with leadership, HR, and corporate communications on public-facing messaging, community announcements, and inquiries
Track community relations activities, budgets, and requests, and report on them to leadership
Help address community concerns related to plant operations, such as construction, traffic, or noise, by routing them to the right internal teams
TEAMWEAR AND DEPARTMENT COORDINATION
Coordinate team wear for the department, including uniforms, safety apparel, branded items, and new-hire sizing and orders
Manage vendor relationships, ordering, inventory, and distribution
Track budgets and replacement schedules for team wear
SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE
Follow and promote plant safety, environmental, and quality policies
Help ensure facility documentation supports audits and certifications such as IATF 16949 and ISO standards, as applicable
| WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree in business administration, facilities management, communications, or a related field preferred
2–4 years of experience in facilities coordination, project coordination, administrative support, or community engagement, ideally in a manufacturing environment
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication, including comfort representing the company to the public
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
PREFERRED
Experience in automotive or other manufacturing settings
Familiarity with CMMS or work order systems and project management tools
Basic understanding of facilities maintenance, building systems, and plant safety requirements
Experience coordinating vendors and managing purchase orders
Existing connections or experience with the Warsaw and Kosciusko County community
Experience organizing events, tours, or volunteer programs
WORKING CONDITIONS
Split time between an office setting and the manufacturing floor
Must be able to wear required PPE and follow plant safety protocols
Occasional flexibility in hours, including some evenings or weekends, to support shutdowns, projects, urgent facility needs, and community events
WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?
At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.
Safety First
Delight Customers
One Team
Relentless Improvement
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