Workplace Specialist

The role

The Workplace Specialist manages day-to-day operations for Austin offices. This role supports vendor management, facilities needs, and culture-building activities.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all workplace-related needs in Austin offices.
• Manage daily office operations including supply inventory, kitchen restocking, mail, and equipment upkeep.
• Oversee workplace email and Slack channels.
• Coordinate with external vendors for food service, office supplies, and maintenance.
• Maintain vendor relationships and monitor service levels.
• Manage swag vendors and logistics.
• Provide support to employees across departments.
• Assist with planning and executing company-wide events, team offsites, and meetings.
• Contribute to culture-building initiatives.
• Track and manage small office projects and special requests.

Required qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in workplace operations, office management, or facilities coordination.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, startup environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, Slack, and workplace management tools (e.g., Monday, Confluence).
• Experience in event coordination, vendor management, and/or administrative support.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and handle tasks on short notice.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs unassisted.
• Flexibility to support occasional after-hours or weekend events.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional standing and walking within the office.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
• Generous PTO and Holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Competitive Salary with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Stock Options
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
• Free lunch benefit
• Unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Before you apply

• Requires access to export-controlled information or items that require U.S. Person status (U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or certain protected classes of asylees and refugees).

About the company

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, developing solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.