Director of Manufacturing Operations Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
15 years of experience in engineering or operations roles, with at least 10 years in leadership/management positions
10 years of experience in engineering function within high-tech or electronics manufacturing environment

Provide strategic direction and day-to-day leadership for the Operations Engineering teams, including Materials Engineering, Test Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineering.
Lead the execution and continuous improvement of engineering processes to support scalable production and optimized product quality.
Develop and implement long-term strategies that improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce costs, enhance product performance, and ensure manufacturability.
Collaborate with R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, and Product Management to drive seamless product lifecycle transitions from design through production.
Drive productivity initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) practices.
Oversee capital equipment planning, implementation of new production technologies, and process automation initiatives.
Ensure adherence to regulatory and quality standards (e.g., ISO, IPC, RoHS) and internal corporate policies.
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor operational performance and implement corrective actions when needed.
Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing engineering operations team through strong leadership, coaching, and performance management.
Develop and manage departmental budgets, resources, and timelines to align with organizational priorities.