Facility Manager

Centrillion Technology Holdings; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in genomic technologies is seeking a Facilities Manager in Palo Alto, CA. The role involves overseeing the maintenance of facilities and equipment while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of five years of relevant experience and strong communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment at the forefront of innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a facility maintenance environment.
• Knowledge of mechanics, electrical, and electronic applications.
• Familiarity with OSHA and EPA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of facilities, equipment, and machinery.
• Prepare annual maintenance budget and schedule expenditures.
• Manage and coordinate facility maintenance including HVAC, plumbing, electrical.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Centrillion is creating transformative genomic technologies leveraging engineering and biochemistry breakthroughs to accelerate discovery and reveal the real genome that has thus far been obscured by its complexity and the limitations of existing technologies. Our team of scientists and engineers is committed to making a new generation of genomic technologies accessible and affordable for a multitude of previously unapproachable applications. Centrillion is backed by venture capital and strategic investors and is located in Palo Alto, CA, at the innovation center of Silicon Valley, close to Stanford University.

Job Description

The Facilities Manager oversees the maintenance and repair of facilities, equipment, and machinery. They assist in planning maintenance activities in line with operational goals, maintain a preventative maintenance program, and manage a spare parts inventory to ensure efficient operations.

Essential Job Functions

1. Identify current and future maintenance requirements by liaising with management, engineering, technicians, operators, and other personnel. Recommend and participate in capital improvement projects.
2. Prepare an annual maintenance budget, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, and initiate corrective actions. Negotiate with suppliers to obtain required parts and services.
3. Determine work priorities and schedule repairs, maintenance, and installation of machinery, tools, and equipment to support production operations.
4. Support process equipment development and improvement by reviewing new processing plans, discussing equipment needs with engineering personnel, and coordinating activities of direct reports.
5. Manage facility utilities by overseeing installation, modification, and maintenance of utility systems.
6. Design, implement, and modify preventative maintenance programs based on production, quality control, and maintenance reports. Inspect machinery and systems for compliance with standards.
7. Lead maintenance operations by coordinating programs, enforcing policies, and being on-call to minimize downtime.
8. Resolve maintenance issues through collaboration with management, engineering, and quality teams.
9. Maintain a safe and clean working environment, ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory standards, including pest control and custodial services.
10. Serve as safety coordinator by training employees, maintaining safety awareness, and overseeing calibration programs.
11. Schedule and assign departmental tasks, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and licensing requirements.
12. Maintain professional skills through workshops, publications, and professional societies.
13. Manage and coordinate facility maintenance including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, cleanroom, building systems, janitorial, recycling, lab waste, and access control. Support ISO requirements and other related duties.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred. A minimum of five (5) years in a facility maintenance environment with knowledge of mechanics, electrical, and electronic applications. Excellent communication skills, knowledge of OSHA, EPA, animal handling, and regulations. Detail-oriented, organized, adaptable, customer service focused, and capable of multi-tasking.

Additional Information

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.