About the RoleAs Apex continues to expand its satellite manufacturing footprint, we are seeking a
Facilities Maintenance Lead (Working Supervisor) to execute day-to-day facilities operations and maintenance tasks across manufacturing and office sites. This role is critical to supporting safe, compliant, and efficient facilities that enable mission-critical aerospace operations and an exceptional employee experience. Reports to the Facilities Director.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on operator who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth manufacturing environments and can balance tactical execution with continuous improvement. A senior facilities executor and working supervisor who performs hands-on work, owns tasks end-to-end, directs day-to-day execution by junior staff, and utilizes vendors as needed.
Core ResponsibilitiesHands-On Facilities Execution (40-50%)- Personally perform preventive, corrective, and reactive maintenance across building systems and site infrastructure.
- Execute repairs and improvements involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and general facilities trades.
- Troubleshoot complex facilities issues impacting production, safety, or operations.
- Perform work in active manufacturing, lab, and office environments while maintaining safety and operational continuity.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe, organized, and compliant condition.
Task Ownership & Small Projects (15-25%)- Independently own discrete facilities tasks and small projects from planning through close-out.
- Execute defined scopes supporting minor build-outs, renovations, equipment installations, and infrastructure improvements under the direction of senior leadership.
- Define task scope, sequence work, obtain materials, execute work, and verify completion.
- Coordinate field activity to minimize operational disruption in live manufacturing environments.
- Close out tasks with documentation, verification, and stakeholder communication.
Outsourced Service Provider Utilization (15-25%)- Utilize outsourced service providers as execution resources to support defined tasks and scopes when self-performance is not practical.
- Coordinate vendor scheduling, site access, and task sequencing.
- Provide field-level oversight to ensure work is completed to defined scope, quality, and safety expectations.
- Verify task completion and close out vendor-supported work.
Working Supervision & Task Direction (10-20%)- Provide day-to-day task direction to lower-level facilities technicians and in-house janitorial staff.
- Assign work, set daily priorities, and ensure tasks are executed safely and to standard.
- Work alongside team members while performing hands-on facilities tasks.
- Provide technical guidance, coaching, and on-the-job support.
- Monitor work quality and address performance issues through coaching and escalation.
Documentation, Safety & Compliance Support (5-10%)- Support EHS, OSHA, fire/life safety, and site compliance requirements by executing inspections and corrective actions.
- Participate in emergency response and recovery activities as required, supporting established plans and procedures.
- Maintain accurate work orders, task records, logs, and basic facilities documentation.
- Support audit and inspection readiness through timely execution and documentation of assigned tasks.
- Accurately track and report time worked in accordance with wage and hour requirements.
Minimum Qualifications- Demonstrated hands-on facilities maintenance experience in manufacturing, industrial, or technical environments.
- Proven ability to independently execute complex tasks and small projects in active facilities.
- Experience providing day-to-day task direction in a working supervisor capacity.
- Working knowledge of building systems, trades, and facilities operations.
- Experience coordinating outsourced service providers at the task level.
- Strong safety, compliance, and operational awareness.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience as a senior technician or working supervisor.
- Experience working within a regulated or mission-critical manufacturing environments.
- Experience supporting aerospace or regulated manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with CMMS or work order systems.
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What We Offer For Full-time Employees:- Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create
- Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost
- Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
- Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
- 8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
- Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day
- Vibrant community: Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings for you and your family
- Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self
- World-class Playa Vista office with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life
- Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference
Ready to join a team where your contributions matter and your future is bright? Let's build something extraordinary together.
