Supervisor, Facilities
Based out of Rocket Lab's new site in Albuquerque, NM as part of the SolAero Technologies acquisition, the Supervisor, Facilities is responsible for facilities maintenance, operations and improvement projects across the site. You will support the Senior Manager, Ops Support with deliverables required for internal leadership.
What You'll Get To Do:
- Utilizing internal and external resources- Supervise the maintenance and operation of all facilities equipment and systems.
- Develop maintenance policy and procedures that ensure the optimal functioning of buildings, grounds, and associated equipment.
- Develop and execute plan to manage all building systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, safety, and waste management.
- Develop and execute plans for facilities modifications and improvements with the focus on scope, schedule, and budget.
- Supervise and train a staff of employees in the general maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment.
- Ensure facilities maintenance work follows safety standards, conforms to specifications, and that work orders are tracked and completed within the budgeted guidelines.
- Works hand in hand with subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. Ensures that maintenance and project milestones are met and adhering to approved budgets keeping fab and other environments in spec.
- Supervises and Manages Chem Support team to meet manufacturing needs by controlled delivery of chemicals to the factory.
- Supervises and Manages Chem Support team to handle hazardous waste streams in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Supervises and manages Safety and ERT training of the facilities and chem support technicians.
- Be a member of the site ERT team, supporting and responding to emergency issues and situations.
- Other duties as assigned
You'll Bring These Qualifications:
- HS diploma
- 10+ years of experience in a facilities environment
These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have:
- Bachelor's Degree in a related subject area
- Thorough working knowledge of facilities systems and improvement projects
- 5+ years supporting a facilities role as an individual contributor
- 3+ years supervisory experience
Additional Requirements:
- Work in environments with electrical hazards, chemical exposure, temperature variations, and noise
- Wear required PPE as assigned, which may include safety glasses, gloves, respirators, and/or other protective clothing for extended periods
- Move between buildings, labs, and work areas, as needed
- Lift, carry, push and pull materials and equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted
- Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require
What To Expect:
We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.