Job Description

Lead daily manufacturing operations and NPI production to meet quality, safety, cost and delivery targets in close partnership with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management to ensure efficient, scalable production.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage production schedules, output, and delivery timelines to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Monitor and optimize manufacturing costs through regular reviews and continuous improvement.
• Lead and develop production and assembly teams, including training, performance management, and manpower planning.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and other departments to execute production plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirement.
• Maintain manufacturing documentation and report key metrics such as build progress, yield, labor efficiency, and material scrap.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Management, or related field.

Experience

• Supervisor: 3–4 years of manufacturing experience, including NPI or pilot production.
• Production Manager: 5+ years of manufacturing experience with leadership in NPI and production environments; electronic or server manufacturing preferred.
• Experience in electronic components manufacturing (assembly, testing, packaging) preferred.
• Experience managing teams of 100+ employees is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and production planning.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced NPI environments.
• Experience with cost control, lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and quality systems.
• Proficient with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office tools.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing floor and office environment.
• Flexible hours, overtime, weekends, or holiday support would be required during critical NPI phases.

Success Factors

• On-time, high-quality execution of NPI builds.
• Smooth transition of new products to production.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration.
• Engaged and well-trained production team.

Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Rate: $140,000 - $160,000 annually (depends on experience) + Bonus
Work Location: San Jose, CA (on-site daily)

Foxconn Assembly, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Foxconn Assembly, LLC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.