Fabrication Operations Leader

Sanmina

Fremont (CA)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Paid holidays
PTO
Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Sanmina Fremont is seeking a Fabrication Operations Director to lead the direct management of manufacturing and production activities for sheet metal, tubular frames, final assembly, and test. The role focuses on optimizing shop floor processes, ensuring quality, meeting schedules, and maintaining a safe environment aligned with Plant Manager goals.

Responsibilities include driving Lean initiatives, monitoring key metrics, and collaborating with Engineering on NPI.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or Operations Management.
  • 10+ years in manufacturing with 8+ in management or senior supervision.
  • Experience in heavy electrical equipment or industrial manufacturing, MV processes preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily production schedules across departments to meet on-time delivery targets.
  • Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives (5S, Standard Work, Waste Reduction) to improve efficiency.
  • Monitor OEE, scrap rate, and labor utilization; drive corrective actions as needed.
  • Coordinate with Engineering to manage NPI transitions into production.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing
ERP/MRP systems
Production scheduling
Leadership
Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering / Operations Management

Job description

Sanmina Fremont is seeking a Fabrication Operations Director to lead the direct management of manufacturing and production activities for sheet metal, tubular frames, final assembly, and test. The role focuses on optimizing shop floor processes, ensuring quality, meeting schedules, and maintaining a safe environment aligned with Plant Manager goals.

Responsibilities include driving Lean initiatives, monitoring key metrics, and collaborating with Engineering on NPI.

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