Walter Frasca
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Disciplined, motivated and pragmatic Facilities Manager with over 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Solution-oriented leader with focus on both time and monetary efficiency. Proven ability to plot, implement and manage multiple projects within budget parameters and designated timelines. Exceptional problem-solving skills with emphasis on troubleshooting machinery and equipment. Promotes accountability and ownership for team initiatives and involvement of day-to-day workflow. Able to relate practical field skills to tasks and team members. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facility Manager
Magna: Maple Stamping
05.2023 - Current
- Plans and directs the maintenance and use of all facilities related machinery, equipment and manpower to achieve the most effective results
- Provides input to the business and work-flow planning process as it relates to the goals and objectives of the facility department
- Supervising all facilities related contractors, projects and department staff
- Provides coaching and counselling as needed
- Responsible for effective preventative maintenance for facility related machines and equipment
- Sustainability Champion - full responsibility of spearheading sustainability efforts of 250,000 sq ft auto part manufacturing facility
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Supervised staff of 7 in day-to-day activities.
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Monitored electricity, gas and water systems for proper function to minimize costs.
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors to arrange services and repairs to be completed on time and to desired quality levels.
- Managed security and access control by overseeing surveillance camera, alarm and card access systems for facility safety and security.
- Conducted inspections of facility grounds, external structure, systems and equipment.
- Coordinated with cleaning and janitorial services to keep facility clean and presentable for occupants.
- Reviewed and oversaw construction and renovation projects.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to obtain favorable and cost-effective terms and conditions.
- Energy Champion - leading and coordinates efforts to reduce energy consumption and improve energy efficiency across the facility
- Analyzing energy usage, identifying opportunities for improvement, implementing energy savings projects and promoting energy awareness among employees
- SME: HVAC Systems
Facility Lead
Magna: Precision Technologies
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Delegate and evaluate tasks and performance of facilities team and bring completed workflow to manager's attention
- Primary point of contact for all facility related inquiries, equipment and maintenance, manage and supervise HVAC, wastewater, compressed air, sprinkler and fire suppression systems and third-party contractors.
Building Maintenance Technician
Magna: Precision Technologies
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Repair, replace and maintain critical building related equipment
Owner/Operator
FM Industrial Mechanical
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Lead continuous company operations with key clients ranging from large multinational manufacturing organizations to commercial properties
- Tenders ranging from scheduled maintenance contracts to large scale retro fitted projects.
- Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Education
Certified in The Fundamentals of Roofing, Structures, Electrical, Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing And Insulation. - Home Inspection
Carson Dunlop
2017
Licensed Gas Fitter II -
George Brown
Licensed Gas Fitter III - undefined
Mohawk College
Machining - undefined
Sheridan College
Skills
- Planning and scheduling
- Performance Assessments
- Leadership and supervision
- Cost-reduction methods
- Building Maintenance
- Energy management
- Emergency Preparedness
- Service contracts management
- Technical knowledge
Certification
- ISO 14001 Internal Auditor
- Supervisory and the Law
- Home inspection
- Liftow Train-The-Trainer
- Aerial Platform Certified
- Forklift Certified
- Fall Protection
- Transp. of Dangerous Goods
- WHMIS
- LOTO & Arc/Flash
- Machine & Robot Safety
Personal Information
Title: Facility Manager
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Facility Manager
Magna: Maple Stamping
05.2023 - Current
Facility Lead
Magna: Precision Technologies
01.2019 - 01.2023
Building Maintenance Technician
Magna: Precision Technologies
01.2016 - 01.2019
Owner/Operator
FM Industrial Mechanical
01.2011 - 01.2016
Licensed Gas Fitter III - undefined
Mohawk College
Machining - undefined
Sheridan College
Certified in The Fundamentals of Roofing, Structures, Electrical, Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing And Insulation. - Home Inspection
Carson Dunlop
Licensed Gas Fitter II -
George Brown
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