Plant Operations Manager

Wisteria at Warner Center, a brand-new Continuing Care Retirement Community opening in Spring 2026, is excited to announce an opportunity to join our founding team as Plant Operations Manager. Discover a workplace where you're truly valued — and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, development and success.

• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and a Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with generous company match!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Flex Holidays, and 6 Paid holidays per year for full-time staff.
• $2,000 a year in Tuition Assistance for full-time employees and robust Talent Development Program – we help you accelerate your career!
• Wellness program with the opportunity to earn a 30% discount on your benefit premiums!
• Employee Meal Program coming! We will prepare delicious meals for you daily!

The Plant Operations Manager in coordination with the Plant Operations Director creates a collaborative work environment that ensures the health and safety of the residents, staff and visitors; works in accordance with established policies and procedures and/or specific instructions from the Plant Operations Director. They may assume the duties of the Director of Plant Operations, when delegated; may be on call and can be assigned special projects.

This is a full time, onsite, position located in Woodland Hills, California.

Compensation: $77,000 to $84,000 (DOE) plus 10% annual bonus potential.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

• Works with the Plant Operations Director in regards to the recruitment, management, development, evaluation, and discharge of personnel, in conformance with company, local, and state policies.
• Responsible for performing, coordinating, and supervising all aspects of preventive and predictive maintenance to protect and maintain the buildings, equipment and utility systems in an efficient, cost effective and expedient manner.
• Maintains and works with management to implement new work standards, policies, procedures, methods, and rules.
• Works with management in the conception and development of policies, procedures, regulations and program planning.
• Works with the Plant Operations Director and other management team members to implement and update the organizational plan to meet the needs of the facility.
• Ensures the sound fiscal operation of the facility that includes contributing to the development and monitoring of the operating budget.
• Provides administrative leadership and management for the facility and acts on behalf of the Plant Operations Director during absences, which may include but is not limited to approving payroll timecards, coding and approving invoices.
• Proficient in the knowledge of State and Federal Regulations, and Acts, Laws and Regulations pertaining to Continuing Care Facilities.
• Ensures the operational needs of all buildings and facilities located at the facility are attained through the training and motivation of all associates.
• Ensures compliance with established corporate quality standards.
• Works in cooperation with the Plant Operations Director in regards to community and state outreach as required, expanding networks with local and public organizations and educating residents.
• Responsible for unit turnover to Marketing Standards for re-occupancy within guidelines.
• Completion of additional tasks and projects as assigned by management.
• Other duties as assigned by director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Thorough knowledge of plant operations and plant engineering.
• Prior experience in construction and working with subcontractors preferred.
• 5 years minimum experience in plant engineering and/or trades such as plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry, refrigeration, ground maintenance, masonry and maintenance.
• 3 years budgeting accountability a plus.
• 3 years supervisory experience required.
• Knowledge of state & federal regulations required.
• Knowledge of Title 22 and NFPA 101: Life Safety Code preferred.
• Strong organizational, computer, written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a passion for providing excellent customer service.
• EPA Certification - Universal

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