Global Manufacturing Lead – High-Tech Hardware & Ramp-Ups

Nexthop Systems Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexthop Systems Inc is seeking a Manufacturing Specialist to lead day-to-day production operations, ensuring quality and continuous process improvement in a fast-paced environment. The role requires coordinating with engineering, supply chain, and operations to implement instructions and resolve production issues.

The candidate will oversee global contract manufacturers, drive lean initiatives, and support new product ramp-ups while upholding safety and reliability across on-site manufacturing

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in engineering or related technical field.
• Experience: 10–12 years in manufacturing engineering/operations.
• Industry: Electronics, networking hardware, or high-tech manufacturing.
• CM oversight: Experience managing global contract manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities and monitor assembly/test processes.
• Enforce quality and safety standards; perform root-cause analysis for defects.
• Document procedures and production records; train personnel on equipment and safety.
• Directly manage contract manufacturers across international sites.
• Support new product ramp-ups in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Process Optimization

Lean & Quality Systems

Root Cause Analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration

On-site Manufacturing

Education

Relevant technical degree

10–12 years hands-on manufacturing experience

Tools

Engineering Drawings

Interdisciplinary Knowledge (Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical/Thermal)

Job description

Nexthop Systems Inc is seeking a Manufacturing Specialist to lead day-to-day production operations, ensuring quality and continuous process improvement in a fast-paced environment. The role requires coordinating with engineering, supply chain, and operations to implement instructions and resolve production issues.

The candidate will oversee global contract manufacturers, drive lean initiatives, and support new product ramp-ups while upholding safety and reliability across on-site manufacturing