Facilities, Equipment and Safety Manager

Description

SUMMARY

The Facilities, Equipment and Safety Manager is a hands-on working role responsible for maintaining Bridgeways’ facilities, production equipment, and workplace safety programs within a regulated aerospace manufacturing environment and social and community services agency. This position performs maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work directly while overseeing preventative maintenance activities, maintaining building systems across multiple locations, and coordinating service vendors when specialized work is required.

This role also supports workplace safety compliance and regulatory requirements, including standards from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Washington State Department of Labor & Industries, and the AS9100 aerospace quality management standard. The Manager maintains maintenance records, inspection documentation, and preventative maintenance tracking required in a regulated manufacturing environment while working closely with Operations, Production, Quality, and Leadership to ensure facilities and equipment remain safe, functional, compliant, and audit ready.

Position: Full-time Salary Exempt

Pay: $80,200-$95,000/ annual

Benefits

Our benefit programs have been curated to provide employees with options and comprehensive coverage, including:

Generous Paid Time Off

• - New Employees accrue up to 31 paid days off, including 15 flexible use PTO days, 10 paid holidays, 2 personal days, as well as the final week of the year.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with medical premiums starting as low as $30 biweekly (must work 30+ hrs/week)
• Optional Life Critical Illness, Illness, and Pet Insurance available.
• 401K with employer matching after 90 days and immediate vesting.

100% Employer Paid Benefits

• Mental health coverage through Teledoc Mental Health that includes both therapists and psychiatrists.
• Roadside Assistance for all employees.
• Long Term Disability Insurance (must work 30+ hrs/week)
• Teledoc Health Coverage (if working <30 hrs/week)
• Vision, prescriptions, and entertainment discounts

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Facilities & Maintenance Operations

• Maintain and support the day-to-day operation of organizational facilities, production equipment, tools, and physical infrastructure across multiple locations.
• Perform preventative maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of building systems, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Maintain and track preventative maintenance schedules for facilities, production equipment, and agency vehicles.
• Perform hands-on maintenance and repair of small machines, tools, and production equipment when possible, coordinating vendor service when specialized work is required.
• Support asset lifecycle tracking including inventory, inspection records, maintenance logs, and repair documentation.
• Coordinate facility repairs, equipment moves, and minor infrastructure improvements required to maintain safe and functional workspaces.
• Manage service vendors and contractors as needed for specialized repairs or facility services.
• Support facilities-related purchasing, supplies, and maintenance needs.

Safety Program Leadership

• Maintain and support Bridgeways’ workplace safety and health programs in compliance with OSHA, Washington State L&I, and applicable regulations.
• Ensure facilities, equipment, and workspaces are maintained in safe operating condition.
• Support safety inspections, hazard identification, and corrective action tracking.
• Maintain safety documentation, inspection logs, and compliance records required in a regulated environment.
• Participate in incident reporting, investigations, and corrective action tracking in coordination with Human Resources.
• Ensure OSHA and L&I safety documentation and reporting requirements are maintained.
• Support safety training, safety awareness, and ongoing compliance across operational teams.

Aerospace & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure facilities, equipment, and maintenance activities align with AS9100 requirements and aerospace manufacturing safety expectations.
• Maintain inspection records, maintenance documentation, and compliance tracking required for regulated manufacturing environments.
• Support operational readiness for internal and external audits by maintaining organized documentation and maintenance records.
• Partner with Operations, Production, and Quality teams to ensure facilities and equipment remain compliant and audit ready.
• Ensure facility and equipment maintenance practices support regulatory expectations and customer requirements.

Equipment & Operational Safety

• Perform hands-on troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of equipment and facility systems.
• Ensure equipment is maintained in safe operating condition and appropriate safety practices are followed.
• Maintain equipment inspection records, maintenance logs, and preventative maintenance tracking.
• Support equipment setup, repair, and adjustments required to maintain operational functionality.
• Coordinate vendor service or specialized repair support when required.
• Assist with identifying equipment needs, replacement considerations, or repair solutions when equipment performance issues arise.
• Maintain documentation and procedures related to equipment maintenance and safe operation.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as the primary facilities and maintenance resource supporting operations, production, and facility needs.
• Work closely with Operations, Production, Quality, and Leadership to maintain safe, functional, and compliant facilities and equipment.
• Coordinate maintenance priorities and communicate timelines for repairs or maintenance activities.
• Provide support and guidance to facilities staff and operational teams regarding equipment and facility maintenance needs.
• Assist with coordinating safety initiatives and facility improvements that support operational needs.
• Serve as a key point of coordination for facilities maintenance, safety activities, and vendor support.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides direct supervision to one facilities or maintenance staff member.
• Responsible for coordinating maintenance priorities, assigning tasks when appropriate, and supporting performance expectations.
• Serves as a working manager who performs maintenance and safety responsibilities directly while providing guidance and oversight.
• Focuses on maintaining safe, functional facilities and equipment through both direct work and limited team coordination.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s degree or higher in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Facilities Management, Industrial Technology, or related field — or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 4–7 years of progressive experience in safety, facilities, equipment, or asset management.
• Experience in regulated or manufacturing environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, Washington State L&I, and workplace safety regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement programs, processes, and documentation.
• Experience managing facilities, equipment, vehicles, and preventative maintenance programs.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and build trust across all levels of the organization.
• High comfort with technology, dashboards, and data-driven decision making.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• OSHA 10 or 30 preferred.
• Safety certifications (CSP, ASP, CIH) are desirable but not required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret safety regulations, technical manuals, policies, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries from employees, regulatory agencies, vendors, and management.
• Ability to effectively present information to management, regulatory inspectors, and public groups.
• Ability to write clear reports, policies, procedures, and professional correspondence.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions related to safety, facilities, and compliance matters.
• Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions, regulatory requirements, and operational policies.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in investigations, planning, and decision-making

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to lead, teach, and coach. Ability to provide oversight, to delegate, and to represent Bridgeways in the community.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to walk, climb stairs, or balance.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regular presence in facilities, warehouse, and production environment.
• May require use of PPE and exposure industrial environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

At Bridgeways, our commitment to equity, dignity, and opportunity for all remains steadfast. We exist to challenge systemic barriers and create lasting change for individuals and communities facing significant challenges, especially those living with mental health challenges and other marginalized identities.

As a social enterprise, we take pride in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Whether through stable housing, meaningful employment, or welcoming spaces that celebrate diversity, our work is rooted in compassion and a deep commitment to equity.

We believe everyone deserves fair treatment, access, and opportunity regardless of identity, background, or circumstances. We are dedicated to breaking down barriers and advocating for the resources that empower people to meet their goals.

This is not just what we do—it’s who we are.