Facilities Manager

Gantri operates a 40,000+ sq. ft. digital manufacturing facility in the Bay Area, combining high-mix production, automation, and advanced finishing processes. Our facility includes a 3D print farm, robotic systems, compressed air infrastructure, dust collection, finishing operations, material handling equipment, and supporting MEP systems.

We are seeking a Facilities Manager to ensure our infrastructure is reliable, safe, and scalable as we continue to grow.

The Facilities Manager is responsible for the performance, safety and compliance of all building systems and production-support infrastructure. This role combines strategic ownership (preventive maintenance systems, vendor management, compliance) with hands‑on technical capability.

You will ensure that equipment uptime is maximized, risks are mitigated, and our facility can support continued operational growth.

• Industrial air compressors and compressed air distribution

• Dust collection systems
• Industrial shredder
• Robotic arm(s) and automation support systems
• Forklift(s) and scissor lift(s)
• Facility electrical systems, lighting, HVAC, plumbing
• General building infrastructure (doors, racking, safety systems)

• Develop and manage a preventive maintenance schedule
• Reduce unplanned downtime through proactive monitoring
• Maintain maintenance logs and documentation
• Manage spare parts inventory and critical spares strategy
• Coordinate external service providers when required

• Serve as facility safety lead for a 40,000+ sq. ft. manufacturing environment
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and local regulatory requirements
• Maintain inspection records for forklifts, lifts, compressors, and other regulated equipment
• Lead periodic safety audits and risk assessments
• Support training on PPE, equipment operation, and emergency procedures
• Partner with leadership on incident investigations and corrective actions

• Maintain a safe, inspection‑ready facility at all times.

• Manage relationships with HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and specialty vendors
• Review scopes of work and control cost
• Oversee installations and facility upgrades
• Ensure contractors adhere to safety standards

• Identify infrastructure bottlenecks that impact production
• Support layout changes and equipment moves
• Contribute to long‑term facility planning and automation readiness
• Help design systems that support higher throughput and reliability

• Think beyond maintenance — improve systems.

• Own and lead facility expansion and major capital improvement projects, including the planning and execution of a multi‑million‑dollar production build‑out.
• Responsibilities include:
• Partnering with leadership to define project scope, budget, and success criteria
• Coordinating architects, engineers, general contractors, and specialty vendors
• Managing project timelines, permitting, inspections, and contractor performance
• Overseeing installation of production infrastructure (compressed air, dust collection, electrical upgrades, robotics integration, racking, safety systems)
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and without disrupting ongoing production
• Anticipating long‑term infrastructure needs and designing for scalability

• Operate as the owner’s representative for facilities expansion — balancing cost, speed, safety, and operational continuity.

• 5+ years of experience in industrial facilities or manufacturing maintenance
• Strong mechanical aptitude; working knowledge of electrical and automation systems
• Experience maintaining compressors, material handling equipment, and industrial infrastructure
• Familiarity with OSHA compliance and workplace safety programs
• Ability to read technical manuals and schematics
• Experience managing vendors and contractors
• Highly organized with strong documentation practices

• Experience in high‑mix or automated manufacturing environments
• Certification in forklift/aerial lift inspection
• Experience implementing preventive maintenance software

• 90%+…