RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead end-to-end execution of manufacturing programs, including process changes, equipment and part qualification, and production scaling.
- Translate design and product changes into executable factory plans, aligning with CMs on technical and operational requirements.
- Define and manage program schedules, milestones, risk trackers, and contingency plans across engineering, manufacturing, and factory teams.
- Drive resolution of manufacturing issues impacting quality, yield, throughput, or readiness by aligning stakeholders and escalating as needed.
- Lead cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives focused on key factory metrics such as yield, UPH, test performance, and material flow.
- Support pilot builds and engineering validation runs through structured coordination of owners, deliverables, and timelines.
- Communicate clear, concise program status and action plans to technical and executive stakeholders; drive accountability and timely decision-making.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of program management processes and tools to enable scalable, repeatable execution.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical field.
- 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, hardware operations, or program management.
- Proven track record managing complex manufacturing or operations programs from concept through production.
- Experience with new product or process introduction in a high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong ability to align cross-functional teams and drive decision-making in ambiguous, evolving situations.
- Familiarity with key manufacturing processes such as SMT, assembly, test, and pack-out.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills; able to tailor messaging for technical and executive audiences.
- Proficiency in tools such as Excel, Gantt charts, Jira, Confluence, GDrive, and Arena for program tracking and collaboration.
- Willingness to travel internationally up to 25% to support supplier builds, validation activities, and operations reviews.
