Facility & Field Operations Manager

Facility & Field Operations Manager

Location : Charlotte, NC

Type : Full-Time, On-Site with Travel

Who We Are

Fonroche Lighting America designs and delivers autonomous solar street lighting solutions that support safer, more sustainable communities. As we continue to scale across the U.S., strong facility and field operations are critical to meeting customer commitments and maintaining quality execution.

Our new Charlotte facility will serve as a key operational hub, supporting both warehouse activity and field installations.

What You’ll Do

The Facility & Field Operations Manager is responsible for managing facility readiness, vendor coordination, and field support activities tied to the Charlotte operation. This role bridges internal operations and external execution, ensuring the site, equipment, and field activity run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Facility Management

Oversee facility organization, maintenance, and safety standards

Coordinate local vendors such as painters, material suppliers, and maintenance providers

Support facility layout planning and operational improvements

Ensure the site is prepared to scale as operations grow

Field and Job Site Support

Travel to job sites as needed to support installations and contractors

Coordinate with installers and contractors to resolve on-site issues

Operate equipment as needed, including forklifts and bucket trucks

Provide hands-on troubleshooting and operational support in the field

Cross-Functional Coordination

Work closely with warehouse, sales, and operations teams

Align operational capabilities with customer commitments

Support logistics planning from facility to field execution

Continuous Improvement

Identify gaps between facility operations and field execution

Support development of SOPs related to site operations and field coordination

Recommend improvements to safety, efficiency, and execution processes

What You Bring

Experience in facility management, field operations, construction operations, or logistics

Comfort working both on-site and in the field

Strong problem-solving and coordination skills

Ability to work with vendors, contractors, and internal teams

Mechanical aptitude and safety awareness

Willingness to travel and support hands-on work as needed

Location & Training

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Charlotte, NC with occasional travel. Initial training will take place at Fonroche Lighting America’s Fort Worth, TX headquarters for approximately one to three months depending on experience.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and company holidays

Opportunity to play a key role in a growing national operation