Senior Manager of Manufacturing Operations

Go2dynamic; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

Go2dynamic in Livermore, CA is seeking a Senior Manager of Manufacturing Operations to lead day-to-day production in a high-mix, contract manufacturing environment. You will drive safety, quality, on-time delivery, productivity, and cost improvements while developing teams and partnering with Planning, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Customer Service and Finance.

You will direct daily operations, coach supervisors, manage staffing, and translate customer requirements into executable

Qualifications

• 8+ years in manufacturing operations leadership, preferably in high-mix, low-volume or contract settings.
• 3+ years leading supervisors and production personnel.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Operations/Manufacturing or related field.
• Proven track record managing KPIs: safety, on-time delivery, productivity, cost.
• Experience with Lean, 6S, Kaizen.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily manufacturing operations, aligning people, equipment, capacity, and priorities to achieve safe, efficient, quality-focused, and cost-conscious production.
• Lead, coach, and develop manufacturing supervisors and production teams.
• Support hiring, employee development, performance management, and succession planning.
• Drive accountability for key manufacturing metrics, including safety, quality, on-time delivery, productivity, labor efficiency, first-pass yield, scrap, inventory accuracy, and cost.
• Partner with Planning and Customer Service to translate customer requirements into executable production schedules while managing capacity, resource utilization, and changing demand.
• Analyze operational data to identify performance gaps, lead root-cause investigations, implement corrective actions, and improve manufacturing results.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing, 6S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste, improving product flow, strengthening quality, increasing productivity, and controlling operating costs.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve production constraints and improve manufacturing processes.
• Support new product introductions and production transfers.
• Lead operational reviews and communicate performance, priorities, risks, and improvement initiatives to site and business leadership.
• Establish and improve standard work, operating procedures, manufacturing best practices, facility layouts, and workflows.
• Contribute to annual operating plans, labor and budget planning, outsourcing evaluations, and make-versus-buy decisions.
• Maintain compliance with applicable safety requirements, quality systems, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

6S

Kaizen

Data analysis

Production planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft 365

Job description

Job Title: Senior Manager of Manufacturing OperationsLocation: Livermore, CASalary Range: $200,000 - $221,000 per yearWork Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMFull-Time, Onsite, Direct HireWe are seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Manufacturing Operations to join an advanced manufacturing organization in Livermore. This leadership role will oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations while driving improvements across safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.This opportunity is ideal for an experienced manufacturing leader who excels at developing teams, optimizing complex operations, and using performance data to drive results. You will partner closely with Planning, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Customer Service, and Finance to meet customer commitments, strengthen operational performance, and support business growth.What You'll Be Responsible For• Direct daily manufacturing operations, aligning people, equipment, capacity, and priorities to achieve safe, efficient, quality-focused, and cost-conscious production• Lead, coach, and develop manufacturing supervisors and production teams• Support hiring, employee development, performance management, and succession planning• Drive accountability for key manufacturing metrics, including safety, quality, on-time delivery, productivity, labor efficiency, first-pass yield, scrap, inventory accuracy, and cost• Partner with Planning and Customer Service to translate customer requirements into executable production schedules while managing capacity, resource utilization, and changing demand• Analyze operational data to identify performance gaps, lead root-cause investigations, implement corrective actions, and improve manufacturing results• Champion Lean Manufacturing, 6S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste, improving product flow, strengthening quality, increasing productivity, and controlling operating costs• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve production constraints and improve manufacturing processes• Support new product introductions and production transfers• Lead operational reviews and communicate performance, priorities, risks, and improvement initiatives to site and business leadership• Establish and improve standard work, operating procedures, manufacturing best practices, facility layouts, and workflows• Contribute to annual operating plans, labor and budget planning, outsourcing evaluations, and make-versus-buy decisions• Maintain compliance with applicable safety requirements, quality systems, company policies, and regulatory requirementsTo Be Successful in This Role, You'll Bring• REQUIRED: 8+ years of progressive manufacturing operations experience, ideally within a high-mix, low-volume or contract manufacturing environment• REQUIRED: 3+ years of manufacturing leadership experience managing supervisors, leads, and production personnel• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Business, or a related discipline; equivalent relevant experience will be considered• Proven experience managing operational KPIs, including safety, quality, on-time delivery, productivity, labor efficiency, first-pass yield, inventory accuracy, scrap reduction, and cost performance• Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing, 6S, Kaizen, or similar continuous improvement methodologies• Strong knowledge of production planning, manufacturing processes, capacity management, and operational excellence• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), manufacturing instructions, and technical documentation• Experience with ERP/MRP systems• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills• Ability to effectively lead across functions and manage competing operational prioritiesPreferred Qualifications• Oracle ERP experience• Semiconductor manufacturing experience• Precision manufacturing experience• High-mix, low-volume manufacturing experience• Contract manufacturing experienceReasons to Join the Team• Make a measurable impact across safety, quality, delivery, productivity, cost, and customer responsiveness• Partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, Customer Service, Finance, and business leadership• Develop manufacturing teams while advancing standard work, Lean practices, accountability, and continuous improvement• Solve complex manufacturing challenges within a technically demanding, high-mix production environment• Contribute to capacity planning, workflow optimization, new product introductions, production transfers, outsourcing decisions, labor planning, and annual operating planningBring your operational leadership and continuous improvement expertise to a role where you can make a measurable impact on manufacturing performance.Start by applying, then call Sophia at 888-303-5627 or email [e-mail] with any questions to learn more!Dynamic’s benefits and leave programs for Temporary and Temp-to-Hire Associates are provided in our employee handbook and are reviewed during onboarding and follow state, local, and federal laws. Eligibility and accrual rates may vary based on work location and employment status.Dynamic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.