Operations Manager - Facility Services - Union Labor

WGNSTAR is a dynamic and growing company with a global footprint. Primarily focused on the semiconductor industry, we provide a platform for you to expand your career with knowledge gained on the job training, and tailored development. We know we need talented people like you that hold similar values, which is why we do not put limits on learning, development, industry, and personal growth. Start your path to a WGNSTAR career today!

Schedule:  Monday - Friday,  8:00am to 5:00pm
Pay Rate: $160-$180K annually
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Position Type: Full-time
Benefits: This position is eligible for WGNSTAR’s full benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). Additional benefits are listed at the end of this posting.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operational leadership; oversee day-to-day operations across mission-critical infrastructure including mechanical, electrical, fire/life safety, (FLS), and building automation systems.
• Lead and develop multi-disciplinary teams including Assistant Facility Managers, Engineers, and Local 39 union technicians.
• Act as the primary operational point of contact for the client, providing transparent communication and service coordination.
• Work planning, scheduling & schedule adherence; lead development and execution of all work plans (PM, CM, PDM) within the CMMS.
• KPI and performance management; track, analyze, and report on KPIs.
• Root cause analysis and reliability support; support RCA investigations for equipment failures and system anomalies.
• Safety compliance and fire life safety oversight; maintain a culture of safety across all shifts and departments ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
• Compliance, budget and vendor oversight; ensure adherence to all regulatory, labor, (Local 39), and contractual obligations.
• People development and labor management; supervise direct reports, oversee labor distribution, and support union workforce relations.
• Emergency and project response; manage and direct responses to after-hours or emergency events, ensuring minimal operation impact.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facility Management, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 5-7+ years in operations leadership within critical environments and union labor, (Local 39 strongly preferred).
• Proven success in managing KPIs, schedule adherence, and CMMS-driven operations.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA regulations, and MFPA compliance, (especially NFPA 70, 72, 101).
• Skilled in RCA tools and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Experience managing large budgets and vendor contracts.

Preferences: 

• Military, trade school, or technical background in mechanical/electrical systems.
• Familiarity with predictive maintenance programs and energy management strategies.
• Certifications in Safety, Lean, Six Sigma, or RCA methodologies are a plus.

Physical Effort/Activities:
May be required to walk up to 5+miles per day, able to be on feet for 8-10 hrs at a time, able to bend, twist, push/pull, crouch, kneel in confined spaces, work at heights, on a ladder, and lift up to 10 pounds. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Additional Benefits: Paid Vacation, Select Holidays, Overtime Opportunities, On-site Facilities & Career Development Opportunities.

The people who thrive most at WGNSTAR are those individuals who perform well in a team environment, enjoy interacting and engaging with several different stakeholders, and adapt quickly to changing environments, while leveraging their skills, quality, and knowledge to drive themselves and their teams towards continuous improvement and success.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, O-1, etc). Additionally, WGNSTAR does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program for this role.

Equal opportunities and Social Governance

WGNSTAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

WGNSTAR places an immense emphasis on equal employment, encourages diversity in the workplace, and applies an open-door policy for inclusion of all employees. Our diversity program encourages people from any gender, background, ethnicity, culture, education, and experience to join the company and more importantly build a career through employee development.

Through our Global wellness programs, WGNSTAR ensures our employees and families have access to a full range of wellness services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). In the communities that surround our business operations, we support individual and group sponsorships for local sports and those that are vulnerable in society.