Plant Manager: Precision Machining & High-Performance Ops

Sanmina-SCI Systems de México; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation seeks a Plant Manager for its Newark, California machining and integration facility. The role leads the plant's operations, drives profitability, and ensures flawless execution with a hands-on approach during crunch times.

The candidate will manage a cross-functional team, focus on quality, cost, and delivery, and build strong customer relationships with blue chip clients. ITAR facility; US citizens or permanent residents required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years progressive plant management experience in machining/manufacturing.
• Track record in operations roles with machining/engineering operations.
• Experience with large customer relationships in semiconductor capital equipment is preferred.
• Ability to communicate with and motivate teams; strong financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Newark machining operations and plant performance.
• Develop, motivate and lead high‑performing management team (Quality, Engineering, Production, Materials, Purchasing).
• Direct operations to achieve quality, cost, delivery, and KPI targets.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and strong customer relations at senior levels.
• Meet or exceed financial commitments related to growth, profitability, and working capital.

Skills

Leadership

P&L experience

Operations management

Strategic planning

Education

Engineering degree

MBA/Operations degree (preferred)

Job description

Sanmina Corporation seeks a Plant Manager for its Newark, California machining and integration facility. The role leads the plant's operations, drives profitability, and ensures flawless execution with a hands-on approach during crunch times.

The candidate will manage a cross-functional team, focus on quality, cost, and delivery, and build strong customer relationships with blue chip clients. ITAR facility; US citizens or permanent residents required.