Facilities Manager
Description
Who We Are
At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made.
Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).
Position Summary
This position provides facilities management for our Hillsboro campus, which includes semiconductor and component assembly operations. Responsible for the organization and supervision of maintenance and repair of building, grounds, and machinery within nLIGHT’s Hillsboro operations. We are looking for a highly motivated leader and manager with a proven track record of overseeing facilities management including modification and expansion projects.
Functions
- Facilities management for our Hillsboro campus, including component assembly and semiconductor operations. Manages operation of plant systems as a content expert of control systems and equipment.
- Oversees facilities planning and general contracting of projects related to cleanrooms, HVAC, Ultrapure/DI water, Fire/Life Safety Systems, Cryogenic and chemical delivery/waste systems.
- Develops or improves specifications and business systems of accountability relating to equipment and utilities to ensure operations are within federal, state, and local regulations, interfacing with local governing bodies or suppliers as needed.
- Oversees repair and preventative maintenance of facilities and equipment.
- Manages daily facility operations and resolves any escalated issues.
- Establishes new maintenance strategies and procedures to improve operating efficiencies.
- Forecasts and manages operational budget and schedule for facility modifications.
- Plans and coordinates with senior management, cross-functional internal and external teams to identify constraints, dependencies and risks regarding campus space allocation, equipment layout for continued growth.
- Serves in a leadership role supporting and managing campus-wide safety.
- Ensures safe execution of all activities, including the strict adherence to company safety policies and programs.
- Responsible for supervising one Facilities Technician. Provides direction, ensures appropriate training, delegates work, coordinates schedule, monitors and assesses performance, and takes appropriate and timely corrective/disciplinary action in coordination with organizational leadership and HR, as appropriate.
- When necessary, works with Process Engineering on maintaining equipment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field and minimum of 5 years of supervisor experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
- Lean Principles skills preferred.
- Knowledge of Facility Explorer monitoring system preferred.
- Experience managing projects including site modifications and expansions.
- Strong leadership and relationship building skills a must.
- Strong budgeting and cost management skills as a demonstrated leader.
- Ability to both perform and mentor routine maintenance procedures on plant facilities systems.
- Solid understanding of electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting
- Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service
- Ability to communicate effectively (in both written and oral form) with employees of various backgrounds, education, and national origin.
- Ability to investigate and lead solutions to manufacturing constraint issues.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability to be ERT certified as part of Facilities Engineering team.
- Ability to be a member of the safety committee team.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products.
- Support development or improvement of existing business system methods/documentation as a key member of an ISO 9001:2015 certified organization.
nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Salary based on qualifications:
- Facilities Manager $83,000 - $119,000
Other Compensation and Benefits
- Target Cash Bonus of 5% of your wages
- Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants
- 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year, increasing by 1 day each year up to 4 weeks
- 10 paid Holidays
- Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Aflac Supplemental Insurance
- Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: “EEO is the Law” and its accompanying temporary supplement. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or [email protected].