Operations & Facilities Manager (Savia, Costa Rica)

About the role

Sunningdale Tech, a manufacturer of precision plastic components, is hiring an Operations & Facilities Manager for its Savia site in Costa Rica. The role is hands-on and part of the start-up management team: it sets up the manufacturing facility, develops operational procedures, implements systems and processes, and oversees day-to-day operations, facility management, equipment readiness, maintenance, utilities, workplace safety, custom and logistics and other operational support.

Key responsibilities

• Facilities and infrastructure: lead setup, commissioning and readiness of the plant; manage utilities such as electrical systems, HVAC, compressed air, water and drainage; coordinate renovations, expansions and maintenance schedules; manage contractors, vendors, landlords and facility budgets.
• Manufacturing operations: run daily production smoothly, coordinate with production, engineering, quality, procurement and warehouse teams, develop SOPs and work instructions, and monitor productivity and operating costs.
• Equipment and maintenance: coordinate installation, testing and maintenance of equipment, set up preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and monitor spare parts.
• HSE and compliance: implement workplace health, safety and environmental practices, conduct inspections and risk assessments, and manage emergency response, fire safety and waste management.
• Procurement and vendors: manage suppliers and contractors, negotiate service agreements and maintenance contracts, and monitor vendor performance.
• Custom and logistics: oversee warehouse, inventory and stock monitoring, and outsourced services such as security, cleaning and pest control.
• Start-up support: build operational budgets, plans, policies and reporting systems, support production ramp-up, and help identify and mitigate operational risks.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Facilities Management, Operations Management or a related field.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in precision plastics manufacturing operations, facilities management, engineering or industrial operations.
• Experience in factory setup, commissioning, equipment installation and operational readiness is an advantage.
• Experience managing contractors, suppliers, maintenance teams and operational budgets.

Required skills

• Good knowledge of industrial utilities, building systems, equipment maintenance and workplace safety.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, operational procedures and continuous improvement methodologies.