Facilities & Maintenance Manager

At Senra Systems, we believe that the future of manufacturing lies not in automation, but in configuration. We supercharge electrical wire harness manufacturing through software configuration, transforming skilled assembly tasks into high-throughput production lines. We enable customers to design what they want, when they want it and deliver harness builds at record-breaking speed. The Role We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Facilities & Maintenance Manager to lead the stand-up and ongoing operation of our new ~80,000 sq. ft. flagship manufacturing facility in Cypress, CA. This site will become the primary production hub for the company. This role is responsible for owning all aspects of facilities, and equipment maintenance across the site. You will play a critical role in bringing the factory online, partnering with construction teams, managing contractors, and building the systems and processes required to support a high-performing manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Head of Production, you will serve as the single-threaded owner for facility operations, infrastructure reliability, and site readiness. You will also provide liaison support to our Redondo Beach site as needed. This role requires a highly independent operator who can build, scale, and maintain systems in a fast-paced, high-growth manufacturing environment. What You’ll Do Facility Build-Out & Contractor Management Support the bring-up of the Cypress facility, partnering with internal stakeholders and external contractors to ensure on-time, on-budget execution Manage construction projects, vendors, and contractors with a focus on minimal disruption to operations. Oversee installation and commissioning of facility infrastructure (power, HVAC, compressed air, etc.) Serve as the primary point of contact for all third-party facility-related services (construction, janitorial, utilities, etc.) Facilities Operations & Infrastructure Management Point of contact for landlord. Responsible for up keeping compliance to Senra’s lease agreements Own the maintenance, repair, and operation of all facility systems including building infrastructure, HVAC, electrical systems, and industrial utilities Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs for both facility systems and production equipment Ensure uptime, reliability, and scalability of all site infrastructure Manage office and facility operations, including space planning and workplace functionality Capital Planning & Site Expansion Develop and execute site improvement and expansion plans to support production growth and rate increases Lead capital planning efforts for facility upgrades and infrastructure investments Manage project timelines, budgets, and execution for all facilities-related capital projects Cross-Site Support & Training Provide facilities support to the Redondo Beach site as required Train employees on facility operations, safety procedures, and compliance standards Build scalable processes and documentation for multi-site operations What We’re Looking For Required 10+ years of experience in facilities management, engineering, construction, or a related field 5+ years of direct experience in facilities management, preferably in a manufacturing or startup environment Strong working knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and industrial utilities Experience managing construction projects, contractors, and vendors Experience developing and executing preventative maintenance programs Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills Willingness to provide on-call support for facility-related issues as needed (including off-hours) Preferred Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction, Industrial, or Operations OSHA certifications (e.g., OSHA 30) Experience in aerospace, automotive, or high-mix manufacturing environments Experience standing up or scaling manu