Title: People Operations & Office Manager

Location: Houston, TX (In-Person / On-site)

Reporting Structure: This role reports to the Chief of Staff.

The Company

Giga builds the electrical infrastructure that powers the modern world of crypto, data centers, renewables, and utilities. We manufacture transformers, switchboards, and modular data centers for customers across the U.S. and globally to help scale their business-critical operations. Our team combines fresh perspectives with deep industry experience to solve real-world problems. We move fast and think practically. If you're ready to make an impact in an industry that matters, we're looking for people like you.

Why This Role is Exciting

• High-impact role: You'll directly shape the employee experience, streamline operations, and be a go-to partner for both people and culture.
• Fast-growing company: Help build scalable people processes and workplace systems during a high-growth phase.
• Cross-functional exposure: Work across HR, facilities, finance, and leadership to keep the business running smoothly.
• Build culture from the ground up: From onboarding to team events, you'll help create a workplace that’s energizing, inclusive, and productive.

Responsibilities

As the People Operations & Office Manager, you’ll lead day-to-day HR operations while managing in-office logistics and employee experience in our Houston headquarters.

People Operations:

• Own and streamline core employee lifecycle processes (onboarding, offboarding, benefits, compliance)
• Act as the first point of contact for HR-related questions and policy guidance
• Maintain accurate HRIS records and support performance management documentation
• Coordinate with Finance and Legal on payroll, compliance, and policy updates
• Track key people metrics like engagement, retention, and hiring pipeline health
• Help with visa and travel-related processes (e.g., H1B, travel visas)

Office Management:

• Manage day-to-day office needs—supplies, vendors, workspace organization
• Plan and coordinate company events, team meals, and in-office culture moments
• Oversee logistics like shipping, travel, visitor management, and facilities support
• Create a welcoming and efficient office environment for employees and guests
• Champion culture by supporting onboarding, perks, and employee engagement initiatives

Is This You?

• 2+ years in People Operations, HR, Office Management, or similar roles—especially in fast-paced or growing environments
• Deep understanding of HR functions (onboarding, compliance, benefits, HRIS systems)
• Experience managing in-person office operations and vendor relationships
• Highly organized and capable of multitasking across operational and people needs
• Service-oriented with strong communication skills across seniority levels
• Familiarity with U.S. labor laws, compliance, and basic payroll coordination
• Eager to learn and take on ad-hoc responsibilities in a dynamic setting

Ideal Candidate

• Experience in manufacturing, logistics, or industrial operations
• Familiar with tools like Rippling, Greenhouse, Checkr, Ramp, Slack, and Google Workspace
• Holds HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, etc.)
• Experience scaling HR and office systems during rapid growth

Benefits

• Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
• Equity (options) in a rapidly growing startup
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Unlimited PTO
• Parental leave
• Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA or HSA
• Commuter benefits
• Bi-weekly WFH Fridays + up to 4 weeks remote per year
• Monthly team onsites for in-person collaboration