Facilities Manager
Manage day-to-day operations and long-term effectiveness of manufacturing and workplace facilities at Northwood Space.
Posted by employer 1 month ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 day ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
What you'll build
- Manage facility operations across production lines and office space
- Own preventive maintenance and repairs for building systems
- Partner with Production and Engineering to plan facility work
- Develop scalable processes for work orders and inspections
- Manage contractors and service providers
Must have
- 5+ years of experience in facilities management or operations
- Experience managing building maintenance and service vendors
- Working knowledge of building systems
Nice to have
- Experience supporting a manufacturing organization through rapid growth
- Experience in aerospace or advanced manufacturing
- Familiarity with facilities management software
Practical constraints
- Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, work arrangement.
Joblaze summary
The Facilities Manager at Northwood Space oversees the daily operations and long-term effectiveness of manufacturing and workplace facilities, ensuring safety and reliability. This role requires expertise in managing building systems, vendor relationships, and maintenance processes, with a focus on supporting production needs. Ideal candidates have over five years of experience in facilities management within complex environments, particularly in manufacturing or aerospace. Northwood's emphasis on scalable processes reflects its commitment to growth and operational efficiency.
Joblaze insights
- Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze November 8, 2026. Last confirmed on Northwood Space's careers page November 8, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 1 other location at Northwood Space: Torrance, CA.
Quick facts
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Facilities Manager role.
- Does Northwood Space sponsor work visas for this role?
- Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Northwood Space targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Facilities Manager role at Northwood Space.
From the original posting
Role:
The Facilities Manager will own the day-to-day operations and long-term effectiveness of our manufacturing and workplace facilities. This person will ensure that building systems, production spaces, and employee work areas are safe, reliable, and ready to support a growing team. Working closely with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Workplace teams, they will build practical processes for maintenance, vendor management, and space planning as our products scale into full production.
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:
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