Industrial Engineering Manager

WNC Corp.; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

WNC Corp. in Milpitas, CA, is seeking an accomplished Industrial Engineer Leader to drive global plant development and manufacturing optimization across multi-site operations.

You will implement Lean, Six Sigma, MES/SFCS, and OEE improvements, mentor cross-functional teams, and align resources to improve throughput and cost efficiency while advancing a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in industrial engineering with large-scale manufacturing.
• 8+ years leadership managing cross-functional or cross-regional teams.
• Proven overseas plant setup (greenfield) or global operations experience.
• Strong Lean, Six Sigma, and MES/SFCS experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead new plant setup, process optimization, and standardization replication.
• Plan capacity, line balancing, and cycle time analysis.
• Implement SFCS/MES workflows and SOPs for NPI to mass production.
• Drive Lean and Six Sigma; evaluate smart manufacturing and automation.
• Align multi-site strategies and optimize production costs.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration and resolve bottlenecks.
• Oversee OEE, budgeting, headcount planning, and resource allocation.
• Lead IE teams to achieve annual goals and mentor engineers.
• Define IE roadmaps and review engineering deliverables.
• Talent development and succession planning.

Skills

Lean management

Six Sigma

MES/SFCS

Facility layout

Automation

OEE optimization

Cross-cultural leadership

Budgeting

Problem solving

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Python

Job description

We are a leading company in the wireless broadband communications industry looking for talented professionals with a winning attitude.

Job Description Role and Responsibilities:

• New Plant Setup, Process Optimization & Standardization Replication: Ensure all IE milestones for plant construction and mass production are achieved on schedule.
• Capacity & Efficiency Planning: Lead new plant capacity planning, line balancing, and cycle time/work-hour analysis to maximize manufacturing efficiency.
• Manufacturing Systems & Process Standards: Implement SFCS/MES workflows and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure smooth transitions from NPI (New Product Introduction) to mass production.
• Lean & Automation Integration: Drive Lean and Six Sigma methodologies; evaluate and deploy smart manufacturing and collaborative automation solutions.
• Cross-Regional Standardization: Align multi-site manufacturing strategies, replicate technical standards, integrate global resources to enable flexible manufacturing layouts, and optimize production costs and financial metrics.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Foster cross-departmental synergy, accelerate the implementation of continuous improvement projects, and resolve operational and organizational bottlenecks promptly.
• Key Metrics & Financial Control: Drive and optimize OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness); oversee annual department budgeting, headcount planning, and financial performance metrics; reallocate cross-regional resources to maximize business value and operational flexibility.
• Team Leadership & Deliverables: Lead professional IE teams to fulfill annual operational goals, ensuring consistent performance output and organizational value.
• Technical Guidance & Quality Review: Define IE technical roadmaps, provide technical mentorship, and review engineering documentation and project deliverables across teams.
• Talent Development & Succession Planning: Identify and cultivate key/high-caliber engineering and management talent, foster a culture of continuous innovation, build a robust leadership pipeline, and lead the team to target achievement.

Required Qualifications:

15+ years of hands‑on IE experience in large‑scale manufacturing environments, with at least 8+ years of leadership experience managing cross‑functional or cross‑regional teams. Proven experience in overseas plant setup (greenfield) and/or global operations management.

Technical Expertise:

Proficient in Lean, Six Sigma, MES/SFCS system architecture, facility/line layout planning, automation integration, and OEE optimization. Exceptional cross‑cultural communication, stakeholder management, cross‑departmental coordination, financial/budgetary control, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Language & Communication: Fluent in both English and Mandarin with strong cross‑cultural leadership and executive presentation skills.
• Industry Domain: Strong background in Networking / Electronics Manufacturing (EMS/ODM); familiar with SMT, PCBA, and System Assembly & Testing processes.
• Smart Manufacturing: Hands‑on experience deploying Industry 4.0 solutions, Digital Twins, AGV/AMR automated material handling systems, or automated assembly/packaging lines.
• Data Analytics: Proficient with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Python) for bottleneck identification, capacity simulation, or cycle time/yield forecasting.
• Certifications: Six Sigma Black Belt (SSBB) or Master Black Belt (MBB) certification is a plus.

Primary Working Location:

Taxes, United States Education Bachelor - Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic Engineering and other related fields

Work Experience Language Skills:

Autodesk AutoCAD、 Autonomation、 Daily Production Reports、 Design Failure Mode And Effects Analysis、 Engineering Optimization、 Equipment Specification Development、 Fault Tree Analysis、 Financial Analysis、 Financial Forecasting、 Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)、 Industrial Engineering、 Industrial Software、 Lean Manufacturing、 Material Balance Planning、 Plant Layout Study、 Process Capability、 Production Processes、 Project Management、 Safety Instrumented System (SIS)、 Statistical Process Control (SPC)、 Value Stream Mapping (VSM)、 Visual Controls WNC established in 1996, specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of cutting‑edge communications products. WNC also offers comprehensive technical support in RF antenna design, software design, hardware design, mechanical design, system integration, user interface development, and product testing and certification. Headquartered in Taiwan’s Hsinchu Science Park, WNC has established an overseas presence in the US, the UK, Germany, Japan, China, and Vietnam. These sites together offer complete solutions and local support for customers worldwide. WNC's technical expertise encompasses applications from broadband, multimedia, and the IoT to wireline and wireless communications, with a product scope covering solutions in network communications, network infrastructure, home automation, and advanced driver‑assistance systems (ADAS). WNC has established itself as a company with a solid, robust culture built upon the core values of fundamentals advocacy, team cohesion, customer trust, and value creation. We have also established a comprehensive talent cultivation system that ensures a great work experience at WNC through digital transformation, employee learning & development programs, recruitment and compensation strategies and friendly workplace initiatives. We have also been implementing a learning organization initiative to encourage employees to adopt a mindset of always striving to better yourself. At WNC, you will receive the resources you need to enhance your cross‑disciplinary skills and open up new possibilities for your career! In today’s interconnected world, our goal is to make WNC a leading company in the field of network communications technology integration. Come join us and work together to create positive connections and interactions as well as a harmonious, sustainable society for all.