Manager - Facilities and Maintenance

Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene™, a breakthrough supermaterial unlocking a new generation of products — from lithium–sulfur batteries and energy storage systems to concrete admixtures, lightweight composites, and next-generation sensors that are revolutionizing industries. Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real-world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense.

At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose — and with people who want to make a difference. We’re not just developing advanced supermaterials — we’re about to change the world as we know it, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made.

We’re entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators.

Apply now to join our team and be part of something bigger than yourself — where collaboration, creativity, and purpose come together to build the technologies that will define the next century.

The Facilities & Equipment Maintenance Manager will lead the maintenance strategy, facility operations, and infrastructure readiness for Lyten’s production facility in San Leandro. This role is responsible for all utilities, production equipment uptime, preventive/predictive maintenance programs, and facilities‑related compliance.

This position requires a strong understanding of manufacturing plant operations, equipment reliability, safety systems, and scaling automated or semi‑automated production lines. The manager will build and lead a maintenance team, establish maintenance processes, spare parts strategy, and support production ramp‑up to commercial volumes.

This role reports to the Site Leader, working closely with Production, Production and Manufacturing Engineering, EH\&S, Supply Chain and Construction.

Key Responsibilities

Facility Infrastructure & Operations

• Oversee building and site infrastructure: HVAC, compressed air, process gases, chilled water, electrical systems, fire/life safety, hazardous materials storage, and wastewater.
• Ensure reliable operation of all facility support systems required for continuous production.
• Partner with EH&S to maintain regulatory compliance (Cal/OSHA, environmental, fire code, hazardous materials, permits).
• Lead facility upgrades, infrastructure expansion, and partner with construction on projects supporting increased production capacity.
• Manage vendor relationships, service contracts, and major capital maintenance activities.

Production Equipment Maintenance & Reliability

• Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs for all production equipment across the MWh battery manufacturing process.
• Oversee maintenance for equipment such as mixers, DHU’s, dryers, coating/electrode lines, calendaring, cell assembly tools, formation equipment, quality inspection systems, and automated handling systems.
• Lead troubleshooting and rapid recovery efforts to minimize production downtime.
• Build and manage an equipment work‑order system, spare parts strategy, and asset management process using a CMMS.
• Drive continuous improvement in equipment uptime, MTTR, MTBF, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

• Implement and drive a culture of safety and shop floor focus and support, working closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality personnel.

Safety, Environmental, and Compliance

• Partner with EH\&S to ensure safe operation of all facilities, utilities, and equipment.
• Maintain and enforce maintenance‑related safety programs (LOTO, arc flash, hot work, confined space, equipment guarding).
• Ensure compliance with hazardous materials handling, emergency power systems, and monitoring/safety systems.
• Support site audits, permitting, incident investigations, and corrective actions.

Leadership & Team Development

• Build, train, and lead a team of maintenance technicians and external service providers.
• Prioritize daily work assignments, preventive maintenance schedules, and urgent repairs.
• Establish scalable processes suitable for a growing production organization.
• Contribute to annual budgeting, capital planning, and long‑term facility strategy.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in a relevant technical field AND 7+ years of experience in maintenance, facilities management, or plant engineering within a manufacturing environment (battery, chemical, electronics, aerospace, automotive, or similar industries preferred). OR Master's degree in a relevant technical field AND 9+ years of experience in maintenance, facilities management, or plant engineering within a manufacturing environment (battery, chemical, electronics, aerospace, automotive, or similar industries preferred) OR Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field AND 11+ years of experience in maintenance, facilities management, or plant engineering within a manufacturing environment (battery, chemical, electronics, aerospace, automotive, or similar industries preferred)
• 7+ years of experience in management
• Strong hands‑on experience with mechanical, electrical, and controls troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated success implementing preventive/predictive maintenance programs and using CMMS systems.
• Experience maintaining production lines with a mix of automation, precision equipment, and environmental controls.
• Solid understanding of California building, safety, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Strong communication and leadership ability in a fast‑paced production setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with lithium‑metal or lithium‑sulfur battery manufacturing, chemical process equipment, roll‑to‑roll systems, or automated assembly equipment.
• Familiarity with high‑volume production environments including ramp and stabilization
• Knowledge of safety systems for hazardous materials, energy‑intensive equipment, and industrial ventilation.
• Ability to read electrical/mechanical schematics, P\&IDs, and engineered system drawings.
• Prior experience building or scaling a maintenance organization, in start-up space preferred.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape and operate one of the first commercial‑scale lithium‑sulfur production facilities in the world.
• High‑impact role influencing reliability, safety, and operational excellence.
• Competitive compensation and benefits, with opportunities for growth as Lyten scales globally.
• A mission‑driven culture focused on innovation, sustainability, and operational execution.

Compensations Range:

The expected base salary range for this position is between

The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise.

Disclosures:

Pay Transparency Disclosure:

This compensation and benefits information is based on Lyten’s estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. We generally do not negotiate on salary once we have made an offer. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise. New hires joining the company tend to be paid within the starting base pay range noted above, with opportunities to increase pay over time based on development of additional skills, competencies, and company-specific knowledge.

In addition to base pay this position is eligible for tier based bonus and equity, healthcare, dental, vision, corporate discounts, paid holidays, PTO and sick time, 401K, employee relocation plan (if applicable)

Export/ITAR Compliance Disclosure:

Certain positions within Lyten, Inc. require compliance with export control laws and, as a result, all interviewed candidates will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export restrictions.

This position requires access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items. Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.

Lyten is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.

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Why Work at Lyten

At Lyten, you’ll be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in energy, materials, and manufacturing. We’re not just imagining the future — we’re building it today with breakthrough technologies that are changing how products are made and how industries innovate.

Our people are the heart of that mission. From world-class scientists and engineers to creative problem-solvers in operations, manufacturing, and commercialization, every member of the Lyten team plays a role in turning bold ideas into real-world impact. We believe that the best work happens when you’re doing great things in the world — with people you like. Collaboration, curiosity, and a shared sense of purpose drive everything we do.

What You’ll Find at Lyten

• A mission that matters: Contribute directly to solving complex challenges in energy, mobility, and materials innovation.

• Cutting-edge innovation: Work on technologies at the intersection of materials science, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing that strengthen energy security and local supply chains.

• Extraordinary people: Join a team of talented, friendly, and down-to-earth innovators who support, challenge, and inspire one another every day.

• Teamwork and culture: Experience a workplace built on trust, respect, and shared success — where collaboration fuels breakthroughs and everyone’s ideas are heard.

• Global impact: Help scale new materials and energy solutions that reinforce industrial resilience across the U.S. and Europe.

• Career growth: Be part of a fast-moving company entering a commercial growth phase, with opportunities to lead, learn, and make your mark.

• Purpose-driven values: Thrive in an environment that celebrates ingenuity, optimism, and meaningful progress — together.

Lyten offers the opportunity to do the most important work of your career — helping build the technologies that will power the next century of innovation.

Join us, and help transform industries, communities, and the planet with friends who share your drive to make a difference.