About Harbinger
Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive
Head of Workplace Operations to oversee and optimize our office and manufacturing facilities. This role will oversee EHS, Facilities Maintenance, and Office Management, ensuring that our workplace is safe, efficient, and conducive to productivity. The Head of Workplace Operations will work closely with cross-functional teams to create a seamless experience for both office-based and production staff. This is a hands-on, office-based role with visits to manufacturing floors and external sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Facility Management Support:
- Support the daily operations of both office spaces and manufacturing facilities.
- Ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment in both areas, including managing repairs, preventive maintenance, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Work with contractors and vendors for facility-related services (cleaning, security, etc.).
- Space Planning & Layout Optimization:
- Manage the office layout to maximize space utilization for both administrative staff and production teams.
- Ensure work areas are appropriately allocated, keeping the flow of the manufacturing process efficient while also supporting administrative functions.
- Organize and optimize common areas such as break rooms, meeting rooms, and production areas to improve collaboration and operational efficiency.
- Health, Safety & Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations in both office and manufacturing environments.
- Implement and monitor safety protocols, conduct regular safety inspections, and organize training for employees on safety standards.
- Oversee the management of hazardous materials or equipment in the manufacturing environment, ensuring that all safety regulations are met.
- Vendor & Supplier Management Support:
- Help manage relationships with vendors providing facility management services (e.g., janitorial, maintenance, security).
- Ensure efficient and cost-effective delivery of these services while maintaining high quality standards.
- Oversee the procurement of office supplies, production tools, and safety equipment.
- Budget Management & Cost Control:
- Develop and manage budgets for both office and manufacturing facility operations, ensuring financial efficiency.
- Control costs related to office maintenance, supplies, utilities, and equipment.
- Evaluate and implement cost-saving initiatives across both environments without compromising quality or safety.
- Employee Experience & Engagement:
- Ensure the work environment promotes employee well-being, with a focus on creating a comfortable and efficient space for both office and production teams.
- Coordinate employee amenities, ergonomic assessments, and wellness programs.
- Organize workplace activities and events that foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture for both types of staff.
- Technology & Equipment Management:
- Oversee the proper functioning of office technology (computers, phones, AV equipment) and manufacturing equipment.
- Work with IT and production teams to ensure that office systems and manufacturing processes are integrated and operate smoothly.
- Sustainability & Environmental Initiatives:
- Implement sustainable practices in both office and manufacturing spaces, such as waste management, energy efficiency, and resource conservation.
- Promote eco-friendly initiatives, such as recycling programs, and reduce the environmental footprint of both the office and production environment.
- Crisis Management & Emergency Response:
- Lead efforts to respond to emergencies such as power outages, natural disasters, or equipment breakdowns.
- Develop and implement business continuity plans, ensuring the safety and operational continuity of both the office and manufacturing facilities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, business administration, or a related field.
- Experience in workplace or facilities management, ideally in both office and manufacturing environments.
- Workplace experience management experience of multiple sites and teams including Facilities Maintenance & Office Management.
- Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, especially within manufacturing settings.
- Proven experience in managing both office and industrial spaces.
- Excellent organizational, project management, and multitasking skills.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with various departments.
- Experience in manufacturing environments with knowledge of production processes and equipment preferred.
Key Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
- Early-stage Stock Options
- Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
- Annual Vacation Bonus
- Wellness & Fertility Benefits
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
California Pay Range
$130,000—$150,000 USD
Equal Opportunity
Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at
[email protected].
Candidate Data Privacy
Harbinger may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Harbinger may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Harbinger may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our HR, legal, and finance teams, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Harbinger affiliates; and (iii) Harbinger’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Harbinger may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job posting shall be considered the property of Harbinger and are not subject to payment of referral or placement fees if any such candidate is later hired by Harbinger unless you have a signed written agreement in place with us which covers the applicable job posting.
