Assembly Production Manager

Sanmina; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

PTO

Job summary

Sanmina Fremont in Silicon Valley seeks an Assembly Production Manager to lead and optimize our high‑volume fabrication operations on the shop floor. You will oversee daily assembly processes, coach supervisors and technicians, and drive safe, on‑time production.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in assembly/manufacturing leadership, hands-on Lean/Six Sigma expertise, and experience with ERP/MES (SAP or Oracle). This ITAR facility requires US citizenship or lawful permanent residency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field and 5+ years leadership in assembly/manufacturing.
• Strong familiarity with manual, semi-automated, or automated assembly and material-handling systems.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and MES.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt preferred.
• US citizenship or lawful permanent resident due to ITAR requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all assembly lines and shifts to meet daily schedules.
• Lead supervisors and technicians, fostering accountability and teamwork.
• Identify bottlenecks using Lean/Six Sigma tools to improve throughput.
• Partner with QA to monitor defects and drive corrective actions.
• Manage budgets, labor, equipment utilization, and material workflows.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

ERP/MES experience

SAP/Oracle

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MES

Job description

** Heavy sheet metal mechanical assembly

Job Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Located in Silicon Valley, Sanmina Fremont offers a unique, single-location end-to-end mechanical systems manufacturing service. The facility specializes in low-to-mid volume production, New Product Introduction (NPI), and Design for Manufacturability (DFM). Its comprehensive, high-tolerance capabilities range from small parts to fully integrated and tested systems, including sheet metal fabrication, precision machining, manual/robotic welding, and advanced in-house painting. Powered by an accelerated volume-to-market model, the Fremont operation delivers highly flexible logistics, distribution, and repair services tailored to fast-changing customer needs.

It is an incredibly exciting time to work in fabrication and integration within the manufacturing sector. What once consisted of highly manual, labor-intensive machine processes has morphed into an era of robotics, automation, and complex engineering. Fremont supports the critical infrastructure driving the semiconductor, automotive, defense, aerospace, and artificial intelligence sectors. As AI transforms multiple key industries, Sanmina Fremont is leading the charge by building specialized server racks designed for AI workloads, alongside sophisticated cooling solutions to optimize both performance and energy efficiency. Sanmina offers diverse opportunities across various fields—including production, welding, design engineering, and account management. Working at Sanmina Fremont means collaborating with cross-functional teams and multiple departments to be an integral part of this dynamic and fast-growing industry.

At Sanmina, we cultivate internal talent and provide resources for everyone to thrive. Whether you are looking to build foundational skills or expand your existing expertise, you can leverage our Tuition Reimbursement program, master new software, and diversify your portfolio. We also offer vibrant platforms for professionals eager to lead, mentor, and train others.

As we expand our cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities, we are looking for a motivated Assembly Production Manager who wants to build a meaningful career and join our dynamic team in Fremont.

Job Purpose

The Assembly Production Manager will lead, optimize, and scale our assembly manufacturing operations. In this role, you will oversee daily assembly processes, lead a high-performing manufacturing team, and ensure production targets are met safely, efficiently, and on schedule. The ideal candidate blends strategic leadership with hands-on technical manufacturing expertise to drive continuous improvement on the shop floor.

Nature Of Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversee all assembly lines and shifts to ensure daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules are fully executed.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate supervisors and assembly technicians while fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork.
• Identify and eliminate manufacturing bottlenecks using Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma tools to increase throughput and reduce cycle times.
• Partner with the Quality Assurance team to monitor defect rates, execute root-cause analyses, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain strict adherence to OSHA guidelines, lead safety audits, and proactively eliminate physical hazards on the assembly floor.
• Manage shop floor budgets, labor costs, equipment utilization, and material workflows to minimize waste and maximize efficiency.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent manufacturing experience).
• 5+ years of leadership experience specifically within an assembly or high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Deep familiarity with manual, semi-automated, or fully automated assembly line configurations and material-handling systems.
• Proficient with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt is highly preferred.

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Salary Range (annual): $120,000 - $150,000. Actual base pay within this range (determined at the offer stage) will be based on a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, and skills, and is just one element of our total rewards package. The total rewards package also includes a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and participation in a discretionary bonus program.