Production & Cleanroom Leader for Precision Optics

PowerPhotonic Ltd; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerPhotonic Ltd in Sahuarita, Arizona seeks a Head of Production to lead Production, Cleanroom Operations, Maintenance, and Facilities, ensuring disciplined manufacturing and strong governance between Engineering and Production.

You will shape a self-sufficient, high-performing operation capable of scaling and delivering on customer commitments, with a proven track record in cleanroom and precision manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within a cleanroom manufacturing environment.
• Experience in optics/photonics, semiconductors, or high-technology industries.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and process documentation.

Responsibilities

• Own manufacturing process controls development, implementation, and improvement.
• Lead all day-to-day production and cleanroom activities with discipline.
• Oversee production scheduling, throughput, quality, and productivity.
• Drive Lean, continuous improvement, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Ensure facilities, maintenance, and equipment support scalable production.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality on process validation and readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Cleanroom

Photonic/Optics

Operational Excellence

Governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

PowerPhotonic Ltd in Sahuarita, Arizona seeks a Head of Production to lead Production, Cleanroom Operations, Maintenance, and Facilities, ensuring disciplined manufacturing and strong governance between Engineering and Production.

You will shape a self-sufficient, high-performing operation capable of scaling and delivering on customer commitments, with a proven track record in cleanroom and precision manufacturing.