Sr. Program Administrator

SANMINA-SCI TECHNOLOGY INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Austin, TX is seeking a highly motivated Program Administrator to join our Program Management team as the operational backbone for precision machining and complex mechanical assembly programs. You will help manage the business relationship between the customer and our facility to ensure expectations are met or exceeded.

You will track milestones, coordinate between Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Production, and support gatekeeping and data management in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of project administration experience in manufacturing.
• Excellent communication and proactive customer interaction.
• Ability to work independently, multitask, and stay under pressure.
• Proficiency with Excel/Google Sheets and willingness to learn Oracle.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with customers and internal teams for pre- and post-sales service functions.
• Updates databases with status of returned materials and accounts for returned inventory.
• Records and reports status of equipment returns, repairs, and deliveries (RMA).
• Processes customer RMAs, order entries, and change notices.
• Ensures service information is accessible by filing documents/forms.
• Maintains records of returns, schedule changes, pricing, and resolves return credit problems.
• Supports the program manager in commercial management including pricing, margins, and AR issues.
• Manages customer backlog/demand and coordinates with planning for MRP/DRP runs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multitasking under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Strong writing skills

Excel/Google Sheets proficiency

Willingness to learn Oracle

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastestgrowing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

The Sanmina facility in Austin, Texas provides precision machining and mechanical assembly services to customers. Precision machining capabilities include vertical milling, horizontal milling, and turning on a wide range of materials including aluminum, copper, composites, stainless titanium, and high alloy steel with a milling envelope of up to 60\" x 50\" x 40\". The facility specializes in high-mix, low volume production and also offers subassembly, integration, New Product Introduction services, and clean room assembly.

Sanmina is seeking a highly motivated Program Administrator to join our Program Management team and serve as the operational backbone for our precision machining and complex mechanical assembly programs. In this role, you will help assist in managing the business relationship between assigned customer and our manufacturing facility to ensure customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded. You will be responsible for tracking project milestones, managing documentation, coordinating between cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production), and ensuring that high-tolerance, highly regulated manufacturing programs run smoothly from kickoff to final shipment. Operating in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, you will balance compliance gatekeeping, operational support, and data management. Take the next step in your career and grow with us at Sanmina.

Nature Of Duties/ Responsibilities

• Interacts with customers, company sales and/or service representatives and handles a variety of pre-sales or post-sales service functions.
• Updates databases with status of returned materials issues and accounts for returned inventory.
• Records and reports the status of equipment returns, repairs, replacements, sales orders and delivery schedules. (RMA)
• The Program Administrator will be processing customer RMA(s) Order Entry and change notices.
• Ensure service information accessible by sorting and filing documents/forms.
• Maintains records of returns, schedule changes, product enhancements or changes and product pricing, and resolves return credit problems.
• Support the business relationship between assigned customer(s) and the manufacturing facility ensuring that Customer Expectations are met and or exceeded.
• Support the Program Manager in commercial management of customer(s) including product margin, product pricing (Price effectively, Inventory Re-valuation), Excess & Obsolete Material issues, Accounts Receivable Issues, with the customer.
• Understand the customer(s) contract terms and its implications on the order process.
• Manage the customer(s) backlog/demand and work with planning to ensure proper MRP/DRP runs.

Education Qualifications

We value expertise, whether it was gained in a classroom or on the production floor. You are a great fit if you meet one of the following criteria:

• The Academic Path: A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• The Technical Path: 5+ years of project administration or coordination experience specifically within a manufacturing environment (Precision machining, CNC, aerospace, automotive, or medical device assembly preferred).
• Experience Qualifications:
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills to develop and maintain proactive customer interaction. Comfortable interfacing with CNC machinists on the floor, quality inspectors and corporate leadership.
• Must be able to work independently, multitask & quickly while under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with basic data tools (Excel/Google Sheets) and a willingness to learn Oracle.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills are required.
• Why Join Us?
• We are committed to your professional growth. This position is eligible for our Educational Assistance Program, which provides financial support for relevant certifications (such as PMP) or degree programs to help you transition into a Program Manager role.
• The Program Administrator is a foundational role designed for an aspiring professional looking to launch a career in Business Management and Operations. The position offers a direct pathway to becoming a Program Manager by providing hands‑on exposure to resource and budget management, cross‑functional coordination with various departments, strategic alignment and planning within a mentorship‑focused environment.

This is an ITAR facility and applicants must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity