Fabrication Operations Leader - Lean & OTD Excellence

Sanmina; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Sanmina Fremont is seeking a Sr. Fabrication Production Manager to lead the fabrication, assembly, and test operations for complex metal parts. You will drive Lean initiatives, manage production schedules, and ensure safety and quality in an ITAR environment.

You will supervise Production Supervisors, coordinate with engineering and materials, and optimize capacity and on-time delivery while upholding ISO 9001 and company safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 10+ years manufacturing experience with at least 3 years in a management/senior supervisory role.
• Experience in heavy electrical equipment or MV product manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production schedules across fabrication, welding, painting, assembly and testing to meet on-time targets.
• Apply Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives (5S, Standard Work, Waste Reduction) to cut cycle times.
• Monitor OEE, scrap, and labor; take corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate with Engineering to introduce new products smoothly into production.
• Champion safety and ISO 9001 compliance; lead CAPA activities.
• Supervise Production Supervisors and manage staffing and capacity planning.
• Collaborate with Materials, Purchasing and Logistics to ensure timely component flow.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

ERP/MRP systems

Production scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Production scheduling tools

Job description

Sanmina Fremont is seeking a Sr. Fabrication Production Manager to lead the fabrication, assembly, and test operations for complex metal parts. You will drive Lean initiatives, manage production schedules, and ensure safety and quality in an ITAR environment.

You will supervise Production Supervisors, coordinate with engineering and materials, and optimize capacity and on-time delivery while upholding ISO 9001 and company safety standards.