Arcellx, Inc.
Director, Facility Operations New Redwood City, CA
Arcellx, Inc., Redwood City, California, United States, 94061
Overview
Arcellx is a public, clinical-stage biotechnology company reimagining cell therapy by engineering innovative immunotherapies for patients with cancer and other incurable diseases. Our mission is to destroy cancer and advance humanity by developing cell therapies that are safer, more effective, and more broadly accessible. Our team is based in Rockville, Maryland and Redwood City, California, and we foster a fun, diverse, supportive, and informal environment that enables everyone to do their best work. What Matters to Us Living our core values is essential to maintaining a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. We seek candidates who demonstrate strong values alignment and contribute diverse backgrounds, viewpoints, and abilities to the team. Arcellx Core Values Start with authenticity: We foster an inclusive environment where each person can bring their authentic self to work. Think ‘we’ before ‘me’: We prioritize collective success, collaborating and supporting one another to achieve our shared goals. Embrace the challenge: We deliver exceptional results by working with shared determination and a commitment to doing what’s right. Responsibilities
The “Fine Print” – What You’ll Do Strategy and Operational Excellence
Provide strategic leadership to proactively build and ensure reliable, compliant, and uninterrupted facility operations. Drive efficiency and robustness across all facility functions. Proactively anticipate facility operational and strategic needs and drive actions to fill those gaps. Develop and lead enterprise-wide facilities and engineering strategies to support business growth, capacity expansion, and risk mitigation. Mentor and manage team members, ensuring alignment of day-to-day operations with broader organizational objectives. Champion a proactive safety culture. Oversee EH&S programs and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Provide leadership to ensure timely execution and resolution of deviations, CAPAs, Change Controls, and Risk Assessments. Facilities Lifecycle Management
Oversee end-to-end management of GMP and non-GMP facilities, including infrastructure, critical utilities, space planning, interaction with landlord facility teams, and technical projects. Ensure readiness to support dynamic operational needs, including construction and qualification of new or modified spaces. Supplier and Partner Optimization
Negotiate contracts with third-party service providers to secure favorable terms and alignment with budgetary constraints. Manage facilities budget ensuring alignment with financial targets. Identify opportunities to streamline vendor operations and reduce costs through process improvements and technology adoption. Asset Reliability and Maintenance
Own and drive long-term asset management strategies, including preventative and predictive maintenance, calibration programs, and lifecycle oversight of all critical infrastructure. Qualifications
Skills and Experience We Look For Bachelor’s degree in chemical, bioengineering, mechanical or electrical engineering, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience). 10+ years of facilities and engineering experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry, including people leadership experience. Advanced knowledge of facilities systems and strong knowledge/understanding of FDA regulations (GMPs) and industry standards. Solid knowledge of cGMP quality systems (change management, deviation management and validation). Ability to manage shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Excellent leadership, communication skills and ability to influence across multiple functions to get the job done. Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills to drive change and foster flexibility, innovation, and accountability. Rewards
Our people are our greatest asset, and supporting their well-being is essential to delivering on our mission. The base salary range for this position is $220,000 - $245,000 per year. A annual bonus based on company goals and an equity (RSU) grant are included. Relocation assistance is available if required. Our market-leading benefits package includes: 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision for team members and dependents, unlimited vacation, a 3-day weekend every month, fully-paid parental leave for up to 6 months, tuition reimbursement, 401k employer contribution, and more. Join us in reimagining cell therapy and destroying cancer. For more on our technology, culture, and team, go to
www.arcellx.com .
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Arcellx is a public, clinical-stage biotechnology company reimagining cell therapy by engineering innovative immunotherapies for patients with cancer and other incurable diseases. Our mission is to destroy cancer and advance humanity by developing cell therapies that are safer, more effective, and more broadly accessible. Our team is based in Rockville, Maryland and Redwood City, California, and we foster a fun, diverse, supportive, and informal environment that enables everyone to do their best work. What Matters to Us Living our core values is essential to maintaining a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. We seek candidates who demonstrate strong values alignment and contribute diverse backgrounds, viewpoints, and abilities to the team. Arcellx Core Values Start with authenticity: We foster an inclusive environment where each person can bring their authentic self to work. Think ‘we’ before ‘me’: We prioritize collective success, collaborating and supporting one another to achieve our shared goals. Embrace the challenge: We deliver exceptional results by working with shared determination and a commitment to doing what’s right. Responsibilities
The “Fine Print” – What You’ll Do Strategy and Operational Excellence
Provide strategic leadership to proactively build and ensure reliable, compliant, and uninterrupted facility operations. Drive efficiency and robustness across all facility functions. Proactively anticipate facility operational and strategic needs and drive actions to fill those gaps. Develop and lead enterprise-wide facilities and engineering strategies to support business growth, capacity expansion, and risk mitigation. Mentor and manage team members, ensuring alignment of day-to-day operations with broader organizational objectives. Champion a proactive safety culture. Oversee EH&S programs and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Provide leadership to ensure timely execution and resolution of deviations, CAPAs, Change Controls, and Risk Assessments. Facilities Lifecycle Management
Oversee end-to-end management of GMP and non-GMP facilities, including infrastructure, critical utilities, space planning, interaction with landlord facility teams, and technical projects. Ensure readiness to support dynamic operational needs, including construction and qualification of new or modified spaces. Supplier and Partner Optimization
Negotiate contracts with third-party service providers to secure favorable terms and alignment with budgetary constraints. Manage facilities budget ensuring alignment with financial targets. Identify opportunities to streamline vendor operations and reduce costs through process improvements and technology adoption. Asset Reliability and Maintenance
Own and drive long-term asset management strategies, including preventative and predictive maintenance, calibration programs, and lifecycle oversight of all critical infrastructure. Qualifications
Skills and Experience We Look For Bachelor’s degree in chemical, bioengineering, mechanical or electrical engineering, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience). 10+ years of facilities and engineering experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry, including people leadership experience. Advanced knowledge of facilities systems and strong knowledge/understanding of FDA regulations (GMPs) and industry standards. Solid knowledge of cGMP quality systems (change management, deviation management and validation). Ability to manage shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Excellent leadership, communication skills and ability to influence across multiple functions to get the job done. Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills to drive change and foster flexibility, innovation, and accountability. Rewards
Our people are our greatest asset, and supporting their well-being is essential to delivering on our mission. The base salary range for this position is $220,000 - $245,000 per year. A annual bonus based on company goals and an equity (RSU) grant are included. Relocation assistance is available if required. Our market-leading benefits package includes: 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision for team members and dependents, unlimited vacation, a 3-day weekend every month, fully-paid parental leave for up to 6 months, tuition reimbursement, 401k employer contribution, and more. Join us in reimagining cell therapy and destroying cancer. For more on our technology, culture, and team, go to
www.arcellx.com .
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