Production Chief: Strategy, Lean & Excellence

Inficon Inc.; Longmont, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing bonus

401K match up to 8%

Job summary

INFICON Inc. in Longmont, CO is seeking a Head of Production to lead daily manufacturing activities and shape long-term production capability.

This role blends hands-on operational management with strategic oversight to drive safety, quality, and efficiency while aligning production with site objectives. The ideal candidate has strong leadership in cleanroom manufacturing, deep knowledge of lean methodologies, and a track record of driving operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Leadership experience in a cleanroom manufacturing environment, preferably semiconductor.
• Strong expertise in production processes, lean manufacturing, and operational excellence methodologies.
• Analytical and data-driven problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency targets.
• Ensure operators and supervisors follow standard work and processes.
• Monitor production performance, address deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain a safe work environment and enforce safety standards.
• Define and execute long-term production strategy to support growth and maturity.
• Own capacity and workforce planning and resource allocation across production areas.
• Develop organizational structures, team capabilities, and leadership succession within production.
• Drive lean transformations, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to improve end-to-end performance.
• Lead input on capital investment decisions, new product introduction, and process changes.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Operational excellence

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

INFICON Inc. in Longmont, CO is seeking a Head of Production to lead daily manufacturing activities and shape long-term production capability.

This role blends hands-on operational management with strategic oversight to drive safety, quality, and efficiency while aligning production with site objectives. The ideal candidate has strong leadership in cleanroom manufacturing, deep knowledge of lean methodologies, and a track record of driving operational excellence.