Des Moines Part-Time Facility Operations Lead (On-Site)

CHAR POWER; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 55,104,000; Part time

Job summary

CHAR POWER is seeking a reliable Facility Operations Manager to oversee daily operations at our Des Moines site, bridging production operations with logistics to keep deliveries and customer interactions running smoothly.

The ideal candidate will have a strong manufacturing background, be comfortable working part-time around 20 hours per week, and be able to collaborate closely with the Director of Operations and engineering teams to maintain safety, order, and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing expertise with production flow, safety compliance, and operational logistics.
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage vendor, partner, and delivery personnel relationships.
• Dependable and able to operate independently while keeping a well-ordered facility.
• Based in or near Des Moines and available on-site as required.
• Ability to troubleshoot minor operational hurdles and coordinate with the management team.

Responsibilities

• Vendor & Customer Relations: Serve as the professional face of the facility. Coordinate with vendors and supply partners regarding scheduled deliveries and interface with customers to maintain relationships.
• Logistics & Delivery Oversight: Manage the intake and dispatch process; track all deliveries and handle them safely.
• Facility Safety & Organization: Maintain high safety, cleanliness, and organization standards; ensure operations align with company protocols.
• Operations Coordination: Support daily production workflows with the Director of Operations and Engineering; monitor KPIs and address site needs.
• Communication: Act as local liaison for facility inquiries with internal leadership and external stakeholders.

Skills

Manufacturing

Relationship Management

Reliability

On-site

Adaptability

Job description

CHAR POWER is seeking a reliable Facility Operations Manager to oversee daily operations at our Des Moines site, bridging production operations with logistics to keep deliveries and customer interactions running smoothly.

The ideal candidate will have a strong manufacturing background, be comfortable working part-time around 20 hours per week, and be able to collaborate closely with the Director of Operations and engineering teams to maintain safety, order, and efficiency.