Space Manufacturing Facilities Lead

Northwood Space; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwood Space is seeking a Workplace Operations Manager to own the day-to-day operations of our manufacturing and workplace facilities. You will ensure building systems, production spaces, and employee work areas are safe, reliable, and ready to support a growing team.

You will collaborate with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Workplace teams to implement scalable maintenance, vendor management, and space-planning processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in facilities management or operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills across teams.
• Experience managing building maintenance and facility projects from planning through completion.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility operations across production lines, the machine shop, inventory areas, and office space, resolving issues that could disrupt work.
• Own preventive maintenance and repairs for building systems, utilities, equipment infrastructure, cleaning, and grounds.
• Partner with Production and Engineering to plan facility work around manufacturing priorities and support changing equipment and space needs.
• Develop scalable processes for work orders, inspections, access, emergency response, and facility records.
• Manage contractors and service providers, including scopes of work, schedules, performance, contracts, and the facilities budget.
• Lead space planning and facility improvements that support employee growth, production capacity, and an effective workplace experience.

Skills

Facilities management

Operations management

Organization

Communication skills

Tools

Facilities management software

Preventive maintenance programs

Job description

Northwood Space is seeking a Workplace Operations Manager to own the day-to-day operations of our manufacturing and workplace facilities. You will ensure building systems, production spaces, and employee work areas are safe, reliable, and ready to support a growing team.

You will collaborate with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Workplace teams to implement scalable maintenance, vendor management, and space-planning processes.