Facility Manager

Socket.dev; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holidays

Winter break

401k

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Life insurance

Free snacks and drinks

Monthly company events

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an experienced Facility Manager to oversee our biotech laboratories near Pleasanton, CA. You will ensure safe, compliant operations, manage maintenance programs, and coordinate with the China HQ to align procurement and facility strategy.

We value a hands-on leader with 10+ years in biotech facility management, strong communication skills, and the ability to work across cultures. Competitive benefits and a supportive team await.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, physics, or related field.
• 10+ years of facility management experience in biotech/pharma.
• In-depth knowledge of laboratory equipment and lab waste disposal.
• Familiarity with GLP, OSHA, and EPA guidelines.
• Coordinate with multinational teams and manage resources effectively.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the overall functioning of our advanced laboratory, coordinating schedules, resources, and equipment maintenance.
• Oversee inventory management and timely procurement of lab supplies and equipment.
• Develop and implement facility management strategies aligned with HQ procurement procedures.
• Collaborate with the China HQ operation team to establish a compliant procurement system.
• Coordinate with utility vendors to monitor consumption and optimize usage.
• Establish and enforce safety protocols in line with biosafety regulations.
• Develop and manage the facility budget in collaboration with HQ.
• Train personnel on safe equipment operation and emergency response.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Mandarin bilingual preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, physics, or related field

Job description

Company Overview:

We are a pioneering biotech organization committed to advancing scientific discovery and innovation. With a focus on groundbreaking research and development, we are seeking an experienced Facility Manager to join our team. As the Facility Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our laboratories, maintaining the safety and integrity of our facilities, and supporting our scientists and researchers in their mission to build a healthier world for everyone.

Job Description:

As a Facility Manager in the biotech industry, you will oversee all aspects of facility operations, maintenance, safety, utility management, and collaborate with the China HQ operation team to ensure the setup of procurement system and alignment with HQ operation strategy and procedures. Your expertise and leadership will be essential in ensuring that our labs are well-equipped, compliant with regulations, operate efficiently, and meet the procurement requirements set forth by the China HQ.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and optimize the overall functioning of our advanced laboratory, coordinating schedules, resources, and equipment maintenance to ensure seamless operations.
• Oversee inventory management, ensuring the availability of essential lab supplies, reagents, and equipment through timely procurement.
• Develop and implement comprehensive facility management strategies, policies, and procedures specific to laboratory operations, safety, utility management, and procurement in alignment with the China HQ operation strategy.
• Collaborate with the China HQ operation team to establish and implement a procurement system that meets the organization's standards and aligns with HQ procedures.
• Coordinate with utility vendors (electricity, water, HVAC, etc.) to establish service contracts, monitor consumption, and optimize utility usage while ensuring uninterrupted operations.
• Establish and enforce safety protocols, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, such as biosafety guidelines, hazardous material handling, and waste management, while aligning with the China HQ operation strategy.
• Develop and manage the facility budget, including equipment purchases, maintenance contracts, utility costs, safety initiatives, and procurement expenditures in collaboration with the China HQ operation team.
• Train laboratory personnel on safe equipment operation, emergency response procedures, proper handling of hazardous materials, and compliance with the procurement system requirements established by the China HQ.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics).
• At least 10 years of experience in facility management, specifically within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, with a focus on laboratory operations, safety, and utility management.
• In-depth knowledge of laboratory equipment and lab waste disposal.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards in laboratory safety, such as Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines.
• allocate resources effectively, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, external vendors, utility providers, and regulatory authorities.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Ability and willingness to communicate and interact effectively with multidisciplinary teams in both China and the U.S.
• Bilingual in Mandarin is preferred.

Our facilities are located near the West Dublin/Pleasanton BART station and easily accessible by I-680/I-580. We offer competitive salary, PTO, holidays, winter break, 401k, comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, life insurance, free snacks and drinks, monthly creative company events, etc. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.