Facility Manager – Industrial Operations

Software Placement Group; Coon Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Placement Group is seeking a hands-on Facility Manager for our 20-person site in Iowa. You will lead daily operations, supervise technicians, and drive uptime while maintaining safety and regulatory standards.

You will schedule work, perform training and reviews, and enforce preventive maintenance. The role requires strong organizational skills, OSHA awareness, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting with physical tasks.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a technical operations role with 1–2 years in a supervisory/lead capacity.
• Experience managing teams in an industrial environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of site technicians, setting clear performance expectations.
• Coordinate daily work schedules and coverage to ensure uptime.
• Conduct regular team check-ins, performance reviews, and training to build skill.

Skills

Team supervision

Industrial operations

Safety & OSHA

Communication

Physical work

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate/Bachelor’s in technical field (preferred)

Job description

Location: Coon Rapids, Iowa | Schedule: Full-time, on-site | Compensation: $65K-100K plus bonus

Overview

An industrial operations company is seeking a hands-on Facility Manager to lead daily operations at a small 20-person facility. This role is responsible for overseeing a team of site technicians while ensuring the facility runs at peak efficiency with the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance.

What you'll do

• Supervise and mentor a team of site technicians, setting clear performance expectations and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Coordinate daily work schedules, task assignments, and coverage to ensure consistent operational uptime
• Conduct regular team check-ins, performance reviews, and on-the-job training to build technical capability across the team
• Oversee monitoring and maintenance of all performance and uptime across the facility
• Develop and enforce preventive maintenance schedules, including building and container filter changes, miner cleaning, and system inspections
• Manage end-to-end day-to-day operations of the facility
• Monitor environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, dust) and direct corrective actions to protect equipment longevity
• Maintain accurate operational logs, incident reports, and performance records
• Enforce all site safety policies and ensure the team adheres to OSHA guidelines, PPE requirements, and electrical safety protocols
• Maintain compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations governing facility operations
• Conduct regular safety walkthroughs, identify hazards, and implement corrective measures proactively
• Serve as the on-site point of contact for inspections, audits, and regulatory inquiries

Required qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a technical operations role, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead capacity
• Proven experience managing teams in an industrial environment
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle physically demanding tasks
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Preferred qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., electrical engineering, computer science, or mechanical engineering) is a plus

Compensation and benefits

• $65K-100K plus bonus

Why this role

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity to manage people, processes, and external partners while ensuring a facility operates at peak efficiency with the highest standards of safety and compliance.