Workplace Operations Manager

Responsibilities:

• Manage facility operations across production lines, the machine shop, inventory areas, and office space, resolving issues that could disrupt work.
• Own preventive maintenance and repairs for building systems, utilities, equipment infrastructure, cleaning, and grounds.
• Partner with Production and Engineering to plan facility work around manufacturing priorities and support changing equipment and space needs.
• Develop scalable processes for work orders, inspections, access, emergency response, and facility records.
• Manage contractors and service providers, including scopes of work, schedules, performance, contracts, and the facilities budget.
• Lead space planning and facility improvements that support employee growth, production capacity, and an effective workplace experience.
• Basic Qualifications:
• 5+ years of experience in facilities management or operations, including responsibility for an industrial, manufacturing, or similarly complex site.
• Experience managing building maintenance, service vendors, and facility projects from planning through completion.
• Working knowledge of building systems and the ability to assess issues, set priorities, and coordinate timely solutions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with experience balancing urgent operational needs and longer-term improvements across teams.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience supporting a manufacturing organization through rapid growth or increased production volume.
• Experience supporting production lines, machine shops, warehouses, or other equipment-intensive spaces.
• Experience in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, or another fast-growing hardware environment.
• Familiarity with facilities management software, preventive maintenance programs, and facility budgeting.
• Additional Information:
• If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.
• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
• Northwood Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Northwood Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.