Facilities Maintenance Manager

HR on Demand; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HR On Demand is seeking a Facilities & Maintenance Manager for Robo Optic’s operations in Texas. You will oversee facilities, utilities, and production equipment, coordinating preventive maintenance and safety programs to ensure reliable operations in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.

The role requires 7-10+ years in manufacturing maintenance, strong leadership, and experience with CMMS, ISO/OSHA compliance, and capital projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7-10+ years of facilities and maintenance management experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) and industrial equipment maintenance.
• Experience with preventive/predictive maintenance programs and CMMS tools.
• Familiarity with safety and compliance standards (OSHA, ISO, or local equivalents).
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of manufacturing sites, offices, and clean/controlled environments.
• Ensure facilities meet operational, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Manage utilities including HVAC, electrical systems, compressed air, and water systems.
• Plan and execute facility expansions, upgrades, and layout optimization.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Ensure high uptime and reliability of production equipment (including SMT lines, assembly, and test equipment).
• Manage corrective maintenance activities and minimize downtime.
• Implement CMMS for tracking and reporting.
• Maintain asset registry and lifecycle management for all equipment and infrastructure.
• Lead installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Operations for equipment improvements and upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, environmental standards, and workplace safety requirements.
• Lead EHS initiatives and audits.
• Develop and enforce safety procedures, emergency response plans, and risk assessments.
• Manage relationships with external vendors, service providers, and contractors.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure quality and cost-effectiveness of services.
• Oversee third-party maintenance, repairs, and facility services.
• Develop and manage facilities and maintenance budgets (OPEX & CAPEX).
• Track expenses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and optimize resource allocation.
• Build, lead, and develop a team of maintenance technicians and facility staff.
• Establish clear KPIs and performance expectations.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

CMMS

Job description

HR On Demand (HROD) is a Texas-based, full-service HR partner helping global companies establish and grow their U.S. operations. We provide end-to-end HR solutions — from talent acquisition and payroll to compliance, employee relations, and organizational development. Backed by Fortune 500 HR leadership experience, we help businesses build compliant, high-performing teams and navigate the complexities of the U.S. market with confidence.

We're posting this role on behalf of our client, a leader in robotics and intelligent optical systems.

Role Overview

The Facilities & Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of Robo Optic’s facilities, utilities, and production equipment. This role oversees preventive and corrective maintenance programs, facility operations, and infrastructure projects to support uninterrupted manufacturing and business operations.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with leadership skills and thrives in a fast-paced, high-tech environment

Key Responsibilities

Facilities Management

• Oversee daily operations of manufacturing sites, offices, and clean/controlled environments.
• Ensure facilities meet operational, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Manage utilities including HVAC, electrical systems, compressed air, and water systems.
• Plan and execute facility expansions, upgrades, and layout optimization.

Maintenance Operations

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Ensure high uptime and reliability of production equipment (including SMT lines, assembly, and test equipment).
• Manage corrective maintenance activities and minimize downtime.
• Implement CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for tracking and reporting.

Equipment & Asset Management

• Maintain asset registry and lifecycle management for all equipment and infrastructure.
• Lead installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Operations for equipment improvements and upgrades.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local regulations, environmental standards, and workplace safety requirements.
• Lead EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) initiatives and audits.
• Develop and enforce safety procedures, emergency response plans, and risk assessments.
• Manage relationships with external vendors, service providers, and contractors.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure quality and cost-effectiveness of services.
• Oversee third-party maintenance, repairs, and facility services.

Budget & Cost Control

• Develop and manage facilities and maintenance budgets (OPEX & CAPEX).
• Track expenses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and optimize resource allocation.
• Build, lead, and develop a team of maintenance technicians and facility staff.
• Establish clear KPIs and performance expectations.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7-10+ years of experience in facilities and maintenance management in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) and industrial equipment maintenance.
• Experience with preventive/predictive maintenance programs and CMMS tools.
• Familiarity with safety and compliance standards (OSHA, ISO, or local equivalents).
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electronics, robotics, or high-tech manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of cleanroom or controlled environments.
• Experience supporting SMT or automated production lines.
• Lean Maintenance or TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) experience.