Rapid Micro Biosystems

healthcare

FacilitiesManager

$105–115k Lowell, Massachusetts, United States; Lexington, Massachusetts, United States FTE Exempt - REG
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The Brief

“Facilities Manager at Rapid Micro Biosystems. Skills: operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of facilities and facility-based assets, vendor management, site leadership, safety, compliance, cost efficiency. Own day-to-day facilities operations supporting manufacturing, labs, cleanrooms, and office spaces. Coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance for building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, utilities)”

What You'll Achieve.

ensuring our facilities operate safely, reliably, and efficiently; enabling high-quality production in a regulated laboratory and manufacturing environment; driving safety, compliance, and cost efficiency; ensuring regulatory compliance and a safety culture

Industry & Context.

healthcare
Eligibility Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks (e.g., climbing ladders, moving equipment), Availability to respond to emergencies 24/7, 24/7 on-call support for critical facility issues

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Business, or related field, 5+ years of experience in facilities, engineering, or project management, Experience supporting manufacturing, lab, or technical environments, knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, mechanical), Experience managing vendors and contractors, communication skills and ability to work across all levels of the organization, Proficiency in Microsoft Office and facility management systems

Nice to Have

Experience in GMP or regulated environments, Cleanroom experience (environmental controls, monitoring, gowning protocols), Experience with calibration or CMMS systems, Professional certifications (CFM, FMP, CSP), Continuous improvement or Lean experience

What You'll Do.

Own day-to-day facilities operations supporting manufacturing

Coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance for building systems (HVAC

Lead facility projects (minor and major)

including capital improvements and space modifications

Manage vendors and service providers

including cleaning services and specialized contractors

Oversee cleaning and facility standards across labs and cleanroom environments

Coordinate required inspections (pest control

Manage security systems (badge access

Support space planning

Oversee fixed asset tracking and facility-related systems

Partner with Quality and Operations on validation

and compliance activities

Lead and support EHS programs

ensuring regulatory compliance and a safety culture

Build and manage facilities budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities

Act as the first point of escalation for all facilities-related issues

Respond to alarms and facility emergencies

coordinating appropriate actions and communication

Provide 24/7 on-call support for critical facility issues

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

work across all levels of the organization; Partner with Quality and Operations on validation, calibration, and compliance activities

Communication Scope

communication skills and ability to work across all levels of the organization

Process & Methodology

Lead facility projects (minor and major), including capital improvements and space modifications

Full Job Description

## Description Winning the race to bring new healthcare products safely to a waiting world drives Rapid Micro Biosystems (RMB) to combine today’s innovative technologies as never before. Your career at RMB puts you at the center of diverse global teams that span robotics, AI, Machine Learning, imaging, microbiology, and more, re-shaping how urgently needed pharmaceuticals are made, tested, and released for decades to come. The sky’s the limit. Careers at RMB are fast-moving, with the high growth you’d expect from a world leader in microbiology automation. Advancement at RMB affords an opportunity to achieve your personal goals and develop your passions, in an inclusive environment where every employee has the resources and opportunities to hone their skills. You’ll do more, learn more, and have the ability to make a profound impact on our business. About the Role Rapid Micro Biosystems is seeking a hands-on Facilities Manager to lead the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our facilities and facility-based assets. This role is primarily based in Lowell, directly supporting manufacturing operations, with additional support to our Lexington site. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring our facilities operate safely, reliably, and efficiently, enabling high-quality production in a regulated laboratory and manufacturing environment. We’re looking for someone who can balance technical execution, vendor management, and site leadership while driving safety, compliance, and cost efficiency. ## What You’ll Do Own day-to-day facilities operations supporting manufacturing, labs, cleanrooms, and office spaces Coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance for building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, utilities) Lead facility projects (minor and major), including capital improvements and space modifications Manage vendors and service providers, including cleaning services and specialized contractors Oversee cleaning and facility standards across labs and cle

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