Head of PCB Manufacturing & Operations

Advanced Energy; Philippines; On-site; PHP 4,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Energy in the Philippines seeks an Operations Director to lead Cavite PSU manufacturing, ensuring safe, on-time, high-quality PCB assembly with cost efficiency. The role requires balancing operational discipline, technical know-how, and strong people leadership reporting to the VP Manufacturing.

You will drive daily production performance, schedule planning, quality and safety compliance, and continuous improvement across cross‑functional teams, including NPI, planning, engineering, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Electronics, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in business administration or engineering is an advantage.
• At least 15 years of experience in high-technology manufacturing, with at least 10 years in senior leadership roles.
• Strong background in power supply operations, process engineering, and large-scale production management.
• Demonstrated track record of improving efficiency, productivity, and quality in complex manufacturing environments.
• Experience managing new product introductions and large-scale production transfers.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to motivate and develop diverse teams.
• Will to work onsite in Rosario, Cavite

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production performance to consistently meet output, cost, and quality targets.
• Establish and manage production schedules aligned with customer requirements and demand forecasts.
• Ensure smooth material flow, equipment readiness, and line balancing to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Take proactive decisions to prevent production delays and ensure commitments are met.
• Enforce strict adherence to product quality standards and workmanship requirements.
• Collaborate with the Quality function to resolve production issues, reduce defects, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with international quality systems, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Lead audits, customer visits, and external inspections with confidence and transparency.
• Apply structured problem‑solving and improvement methodologies to eliminate waste, improve productivity, and stabilize processes.
• Lead initiatives to reduce cost, improve yields, and shorten cycle times.
• Build a culture of continuous improvement where employees actively identify and solve problems.
• Introduce data-driven practices to monitor performance and drive decision making.
• Partner with Engineering and NPI to ensure new products are ready for efficient manufacturing.
• Support smooth transfer of products into production, ensuring line readiness, proper documentation, and stable performance.
• Ensure product changes are implemented in production with minimal disruption.
• Work closely with Planning, Engineering, NPI, Procurement, Logistics, and Supply Chain teams to align plans and resolve bottlenecks.
• Partner with Finance to track operational costs and deliver productivity improvements.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure the organization is staffed, trained, and motivated.
• Build, inspire, and lead a high-performing team, including supervisors, engineers, and operators.
• Define clear goals, provide coaching, and develop future leaders through succession planning.
• Establish a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and employee engagement.
• Ensure all employees are properly trained, certified, and supported with opportunities for career growth.
• Drive a culture of zero harm and ensure all employees work in a safe and healthy environment.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations and internal standards.
• Partner with Facilities to ensure production areas meet environmental and ergonomic requirements.
• Deliver annual cost, productivity, and operational performance commitments.
• Manage departmental budgets for labor, materials, equipment, and maintenance.
• Track and report performance metrics and recommend actions to meet financial and operational objectives.

Skills

Operations leadership

Production management

Continuous improvement

NPI collaboration

Cross-functional collaboration

People development

Safety leadership

Budget management

Data-driven decision making

Cost reduction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Electronics, Manufacturing, or a related field

Master’s degree in business administration or engineering is an advantage

Job description

Advanced Energy in the Philippines seeks an Operations Director to lead Cavite PSU manufacturing, ensuring safe, on-time, high-quality PCB assembly with cost efficiency. The role requires balancing operational discipline, technical know-how, and strong people leadership reporting to the VP Manufacturing.

You will drive daily production performance, schedule planning, quality and safety compliance, and continuous improvement across cross‑functional teams, including NPI, planning, engineering, and