Senior Factory Planner

NVIDIA Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 176,000 - 276,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

NVIDIA Corporation in Texas is seeking a Senior Program Manager - Operations to lead manufacturing mass production initiatives and coordinate with contract manufacturers across the region. You will drive cross‑functional teams including procurement, planning, and engineering to ensure on‑time ramp‑ups and BOM/ECO implementations.

The role requires a strong PM background, deep process knowledge, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in industrial management or Industrial Engineering.
• 12+ years of CM/ODM Server product project management experience.
• Experience in SMT (Surface Mount Technology) is desirable.
• Strong communication and documentation skills; able to work across teams and meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and track metrics.
• Proven track record in Program or Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for managing and communicating processes, material readiness, build schedule exercises and communicating status back to the larger team in headquarter.
• Drive factory MP teams to efficiently and effectively check BOM/ECO implementation.
• Lead and facilitate MP meetings with representatives from Procurement, Planning, Manufacturing, and Engineering associates during process development, pilot, and ramp‑up of manufacturing.
• Help with internal process improvements; remove gaps, across multiple teams and functions.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Industrial Engineering/Industrial Management

Job description

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It's a unique legacy of innovation that is fueled by great technology and amazing people. Today, we're tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what's never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world's best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you'll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

We are seeking for a Senior Program Manager - Operations who has excellent product support and manufacturing Mass Production (MP) knowledge and experience in supporting the fast-growing NV system level 6 and Level 8 manufacturing in Texas Houston and/or Dallas region, working with Contract Manufacturers.

What you'll be doing:

• Accountable for managing and communicating processes, material readiness, build schedule exercises and communicating status back to the larger team in headquarter.

• Drive factory MP teams to efficiently and effectively check BOM/ECO implementation.

• Lead and facilitate MP meetings with representatives from Procurement, Planning, Manufacturing, and Engineering associates during process development, pilot, and ramp‑up of manufacturing.

• Help with internal process improvements; remove gaps, across multiple teams and functions.

What we need to see:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, preferably in industrial management or Industrial Engineering.

• 12+ years of CM/ODM Server product project management experience.

• Experience in SMT (Surface Mount Technology) is desirable.

• Deep understanding of project management teams, resolving conflict, and meeting schedule timelines. / Excellent written and verbal communication and documentation skills.

• Must have a high level of interpersonal and communication skills to work across functional and organizational lines. / Ability to work on multiple projects and assignments concurrently. / Familiarity with creating spreadsheets, presentation material, and project/process documentation.

• Strong observational and analytical skills, including ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information, strong attention to detail and accuracy, ability to track and report metrics, and manage risks.

• Organized and efficient in time management, capable of multi‑tasking, ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines. / Proven track record in Program or Project Management.

With competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world's most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward‑thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. This role presents an opportunity to have a wide impact at NVIDIA by improving the factory planning function. Are you creative, hard‑working, dedicated, and determine? Do you love a challenge? If so, we want to hear from you!

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 176,000 USD - 276,000 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 18, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.