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Field Operations Manager

WGNSTAR
Santa Clara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
WGNSTAR is a dynamic and growing company with a global footprint. Primarily focused on the semiconductor industry, we provide a platform for you to expand your career with knowledge gained on the job training, and tailored development. We know we need talented people like you that hold similar values, which is why we do not put limits on learning, development, industry, and personal growth. Start your path to a WGNSTAR career today!

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm

Pay Rate: $160k-$180k DOE Eligible for up to 10% annual bonus

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Travel: Must be able to travel to other local & domestic areas as needed

Position Type: Full Time

Benefits: This position is eligible for WGNSTAR’s full benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). Additional benefits are listed at the end of this posting.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day operations across mission-critical infrastructure including mechanical, electrical, fire/life safety, and building automation systems.
  • Lead and develop multi-disciplinary teams including Assistant Facility Managers, Engineers and Technicians
  • Act as the primary operational point of contact for WGNSTAR and the client, providing transparent communication and service coordination.
  • Track, analyze, and report on KPIs.
  • Support RCA investigations for equipment failures and system anomalies.
  • Maintain a culture of safety across all shifts and departments ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
  • Supervise direct reports, oversee labor distribution, and support workforce relations.
  • Manage and direct responses to after-hours or emergency events, ensuring minimal operation impact.
  • Work planning, scheduling & schedule adherence; lead development and execution of all work plans.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facility Management, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
  • 5 years in operations leadership within semiconductor, industrial or manufacturing environments.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA regulations, and MFPA compliance.
  • Strong knowledge in RCA tools and structured problem-solving techniques.
  • Experience managing large budgets and vendor contracts.

Physical Effort/Activities

On a continuous basis, will work in an office environment, sit at a desk for a long period of time, intermittently answer the telephone, and use a computer to communicate. On an occasional basis in the performance of duties, may be required to walk, stand, drive, and lift up to 25 pounds. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Additional Benefits: Paid Vacation, Select Holidays, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, DCRA, Employee, Spouse and Child Life Insurance.

The people who thrive most at WGNSTAR are those individuals who perform well in a team environment, enjoy interacting and engaging with several different stakeholders, and adapt quickly to changing environments, while leveraging their skills, quality, and knowledge to drive themselves and their teams towards continuous improvement and success.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, O-1, etc). Additionally, WGNSTAR does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program for this role.

Equal opportunities and Social Governance

WGNSTAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

WGNSTAR places an immense emphasis on equal employment, encourages diversity in the workplace, and applies an open-door policy for inclusion of all employees. Our diversity program encourages people from any gender, background, ethnicity, culture, education, and experience to join the company and more importantly build a career through employee development.

Through our Global wellness programs, WGNSTAR ensures our employees and families have access to a full range of wellness services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). In the communities that surround our business operations, we support individual and group sponsorships for local sports and those that are vulnerable in society.

Salary : $160,000 - $180,000

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