Facilities Supervisor

SkyWater Technology; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Life insurance

On-site fitness facility

On-site self-serve market

Job summary

SkyWater Technology in Minnesota (Bloomington) is seeking a Facilities Supervisor to lead a team of technicians and support Fab operations 24/7. You will drive maintenance, safety, and continuous improvement across facilities, coordinating with engineering and manufacturing teams.

The role requires a BS in engineering or technical discipline and at least 5 years in management, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or technical discipline or equivalent leadership experience.
• Minimum 5 years in management-level roles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shift priorities.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, construct and maintain facilities equipment, buildings, and grounds.
• Oversee daily work orders and contractor coordination.
• Plan, budget and schedule facility modifications with cost estimates.
• Implement a training program for facilities technicians.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and 5S principles.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Structured problem-solving

MS Office

AutoCAD

CMMS

Facilities management

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Education

BS Degree in engineering or technical discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

CMMS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company Overview

Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life‑saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters, Florida, or Texas location - employees join together to improve the world.

Explore what's possible. Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning "science fiction" into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro‑mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.

Step into the future. SkyWater's values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees - and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds.

Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world!

Primary Objective:

The Facilities Supervisor will lead and develop a team of technicians and support Fab operations 24/7.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Manage the design, planning, construction and maintenance of facilities equipment, machinery, buildings and grounds.
• Manage daily work orders, oversee routine upkeep. Manage contractors as needed.
• Plan, budget and schedule facility modifications, including estimates on equipment, labor, materials and other related costs.
• Implement a training program for facilities technicians
• Develop systems that promote structure for the facilities organization
• Oversee the coordination of building space allocation, layout and facilities expansion.
• Serve as a key player in site planning to support continuous growth in Custom Foundry business
• Support and maintain a safe and collaborative work culture.
• Ensure all processes and systems are compliant with regulations.
• Manage, develop and mentor facilities technicians across all shifts.
• Coach employees to develop and implement equipment upgrades to reduce downtime and cost.
• Lead technicians in resolving unplanned downtime events and driving permanent Root Cause Corrective Actions, using the 3D/8D process where applicable.
• Make daily resource allocation decisions, balancing competing priorities, to serve the needs of the engineering, maintenance, and manufacturing teams.
• Drive cost reduction efforts to help achieve cost management and savings goals.
• Maintain 5S principles.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: BS Degree in engineering or technical discipline or equivalent leadership experience
• Minimum 5 years of management-level roles.
• Positive interpersonal skills, highly energetic and self-motivated.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to meet commitments and deliver results, while being able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to manage, execute, and track multiple projects simultaneously and shift priorities to meet business needs.
• Experience with structured problem-solving methodology.
• Accurate and precise attention to detail in performance of role.
• Physically able to perform the role with or without accommodation, which may include standing, bending, squatting, and lifting.
• Knowledge and proficiency in computer use and Microsoft Office Suite products, AutoCAD, CMMS

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with HVAC, boilers, chillers, compressors, vacuum pumps, cleanrooms, chemical distribution, gas delivery, wastewater treatment, reverse osmosis and deionized water, fire systems, building automation systems, electrical, and general building maintenance.

US Citizenship Required: This position will require the holding of or ability to obtain government security clearance which requires U.S Citizenship.

The annual salary range for this role is $78,240 - $117,360. Pay offered is based on many factors, including, but not limited to, the job-related experience, skills, education, and credentials of each candidate.

SkyWater offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well as other employee financial benefits, including 401k match, and life insurance.

Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, and an on-site self-serve market.

SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. To request reasonable accommodations, to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or [e-mail].

EOE, including disability/vets