Head of Manufacturing
Location
Palo Alto, CA
Level
VP / Executive
Department
Transportation
Type
Salary
$294,000 - $335,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-08-22
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the overall manufacturing strategy for production demands.
- Lead and mentor teams in Manufacturing Operations, Quality, Reliability, and Test Engineering.
- Establish and maintain quality management systems for consistent high-quality production.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Product teams for seamless transitions from design to manufacturing.
- Manage manufacturing budgets and resources to meet production targets.
- Implement safety protocols and compliance standards within the manufacturing environment.
Job Requirements
- 15+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership in high-volume production environments.
- Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering fields; Master's degree preferred.
- Experience with quality management systems and statistical process control methodologies.
- Proven ability to implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including assembly, testing, and automation.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills for effective collaboration.
- Experience managing budgets and financial performance in manufacturing.
