Position Summary
The Facilities Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining all aspects of Blue Ops facilities in Valdosta Georgia to ensure a safe, efficient, and compliant working environment across office, production, R & D, storage spaces and outside space. This role oversees facility operations, expansion projects, contractor relationships, regulatory compliance, and ongoing preventive maintenance programs. The Facilities Manager plays a critical role in supporting the company's rapid growth and operational needs in a high-tech, unmanned surface vessels manufacturing setting.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Manage day-to-day operations of the company’s physical facilities, including offices, storage facilities, production areas and outdoor spaces.
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Coordinate facility build-outs, layout planning, expansions, and equipment installations to support scaling operations.
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Oversee maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security, and other critical building systems.
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Ensure compliance with OSHA-related facility workspaces, fire codes, environmental regulations, and local building standards.
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Manage Environmental, Health & Safety Compliance and Planning
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Develop and enforce safety protocols on the production floor.
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Ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements.
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Conduct training on workplace hazards and safe practices.
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Develop and enforce safety protocols on the production floor.
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Manage environmental impact, waste handling, and sustainability initiatives.
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Oversee incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions.
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Manage facility compliance with any federal, state or local environmental laws and regulations and coordinate with outside environmental firm
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Develop and manage vendor relationships, including contracts for janitorial, maintenance, and utilities services.
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Plan and administer facility budgets, tracking costs and identifying savings opportunities.
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Implement preventative maintenance schedules for building infrastructure and manufacturing equipment.
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Collaborate with EHS, IT, production, and engineering to support evolving operational and safety needs.
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Respond to and manage facility-related emergencies, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
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Support space planning, ergonomics, and infrastructure upgrades that improve safety and employee experience.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience managing contractors, maintenance teams, and facility upgrade projects.
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At least 2 years experience managing facilities or EHS in a manufacturing environment
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Strong knowledge of building systems, industrial safety requirements, and facility compliance standards.
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Proficient in facility management software, vendor coordination, and budget planning.
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Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills; ability to prioritize across multiple sites and competing needs.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills for coordination with internal teams and external vendors.
Additional Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
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Background in boat building and/or fiberglass and/or composites fabrication
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Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and production space optimization.
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Understanding of ITAR/EAR facility security requirements and access control practices for defense related manufacturing.
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Certifications: Preferred: OSHA 30, Facilities Management Professional (FMP), or Certified Facility Manager (CFM)
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Must be able to walk throughout large indoor and outdoor facilities regularly.
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Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and work in environments requiring safety PPE.
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Occasional off-hours or weekend work required for emergency facility responses or projects.
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May involve exposure to dust, noise, and manufacturing equipment
Background Check
This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal and state law.
EEO and ITAR/EAR Work Authorization Disclosure
Red Cat Holdings provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Successful candidates for positions subject to ITAR/EAR restrictions must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence and must not require sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization.
E-Verify
The company participates E-Verify ensure eligibility for employment and compliance with Right to Work rules.
Compensation: Salary plus generous annual equity package and potential bonuses.
