Operations & Facilites Manager

Science Led, Enterprise Driven – Accelerating Quantum Computing

Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum’s technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370 scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents.

We unite best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware to accelerate quantum computing. With integrated full-stack technology, our world-class team is rapidly scaling quantum computing.

Quantinuum recently secured $300M in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news

We are seeking a capable and experienced Operations & Facilites Manager to lead our team in Minneapolis, MN, to manage existing facility and drive standardization across Quantinuum sites.

This role will be responsible for advancing all aspects of the site's operations, including safety, facilities management, cryogenics operations, project, and team leadership. As a critical part of the Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) team you will drive footprint expansions, delivering process improvement, managing an efficient and effective team, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and ensure that the site meets its performance goals while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. This position reports directly to the Director Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all operational functions at our Minneapolis locations.
• Lead and mentor a diverse ISC team, offering guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including scientists, engineers, procurement, and finance to align activities with site and company goals.
• Manage projects across the Minneapolis sites, ensuring budget development and adherence, timely delivery, and fulfillment of organizational requirements.
• Implement and maintain robust change management practices, ensuring transparent communication with stakeholders and proactive issue resolution.
• Lead project meetings, provide progress updates, and facilitate decision-making to keep stakeholders informed and engaged.
• Develop, track and advance key performance indicators to help ensure continuous improvement, proactive maintenance, and effective project completion.
• Report operational metrics, financial performance, and project status clearly and promptly to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety regulations, fostering a strong culture of safety and best practices.
• Create a positive and collaborative work environment that encourages accountability, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence.
• Manage all aspects of the lease and property management.
  
  

YOU MUST HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree minimum
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in program management, process engineering, facilities management, or leadership role in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience managing and leading teams
• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person. defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.
  
  

WE VALUE:

• Master’s degree in Operations management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Facilities Management, Environmental Health and Safety, or related fields.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make recommendations.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks and exhibit sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to motivate and guide both direct reports and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from all levels of the organization.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound knowledge and experience with driving basic facility requirements.
• Experience with building maintenance and/or construction and reading blueprints.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations, environmental health and safety guidelines, and local building and fire codes.
• Proficiency in MS Suite, and other relevant software applications.
• Green Belt certification, Black Belt or Lean expert desired.
  
  

What is in it for you?

• A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work
• Flexible work schedule
• Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit
• Equity, 401k retirement savings plan 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Employee discounts
  
  

Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

Compensation & Benefits:

Incentive Eligible – Range posted is inclusive of bonus target when applicable

Estimated Salary Wage: $121,000 - $151,000 Annually