Senior Facilities Manager

Bring more to life.


Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?


At Phenomenex, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.


You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life.


Phenomenex isn't your typical scientific company. Founded nearly 40 years ago, Phenomenex is a global technology leader committed to developing novel analytical chemistry solutions that solve the separation and purification challenges of researchers, advancing the future of scientific analysis and investigation, ensuring the quality of essentials like your food, water, shampoo, and even cold medication. Be part of our global success and together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.


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The Sr Facilities Manager is responsible for comprehensive management of our multi-building headquarters. The position will drive our infrastructure development projects and will identify gaps in our current infrastructure and build a roadmap to upgrade as needed to modern standards. The person in this role will play a key part in our sustainability journey by adopting green initiatives while achieving company objectives with respect to security, uptime and associate engagement.

This position reports to the Director of Manufacturing Science and Technology and is part of the Facilities and Engineering Team located in Torrance, CA and will be an on-site role.


In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Manage day-to-day operations of all facilities, including labs, cleanrooms, and office spaces.
• Source, negotiate, and manage contracts for facility services, equipment, and utilities.
• Plan and execute facility upgrades, expansions, and relocations to support business growth.
• Develop and manage facility budgets, including capital projects and operational expenses.
• Develop and implement sustainability initiatives to reduce energy consumption, water usage, and waste.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Several years of experience managing facilities
• Proven ability to manage complex systems (HVAC, utilities) and facility projects.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to climb ladders or use lifting equipment to access infrastructure equipment on roofs

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Experience managing facilities in a life sciences, pharmaceutical, or biotech environment.
• Strong knowledge of GMP or GxP compliance and EHS standards.
• Designing and leading projects related to the construction of chemical laboratories

Phenomenex, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.


The salary range for this role is $124,000 - $150,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.


This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.


We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.


Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.


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