Operations Manager

Company Overview

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties in the United States and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses.

We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, Locali

Q, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions.

Rockaway, NJ

The Operations Manager oversees building maintenance and supports production departments to ensure efficient, consistent, and reliable operations. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and effective coordination with internal teams and external vendors.

• Manage daily building maintenance activities.
• Lead and schedule support personnel to maintain 24/7 coverage of critical systems.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and ensure prompt resolution of equipment issues.
• Coordinate maintenance programs and repairs with staff and vendors.

• Ensure adherence to environmental and safety regulations, including:
• Sewer Authority reporting and system maintenance (CBOD and pH specifications)
• Underground Storage Tank inspections and documentation
• Boiler reports and inspections (DEP) for boilers, chillers, and pressure vessels
• Fire protection systems, elevator, generator, and fire pump inspections
• Stormwater and air permitting requirements
• Community Right to Know (CRTK) reporting

• Collaborate with the Production Support Manager to resolve equipment issues in pressroom and prepress areas.
• Optimize production schedules and staffing for operational efficiency.

• Demonstrated experience in operations management, building maintenance, and production support.
• Knowledge of compliance requirements (DEP, NJ State inspections, environmental permits).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Full-time, with flexibility to ensure 24/7 coverage of building systems.

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co.

employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individual's application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at  Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location.

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