Vice President of Operations -Test and Measurement Equipment
Listed on 2026-01-23
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Engineering
Operations Manager, Manufacturing Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Operations Manager, Manufacturing Engineer
Forming Our Future together
Form Factor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle - from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon Form Factor's products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.
Rooted in our core values - Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People - we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.
Shift:The regular hours for this position are day shift.
Job Description:Vice President of Operations - Test and Measurement Equipment is responsible for leading Form Factor's global Systems and Emerging Growth Business Unit manufacturing network, spanning multiple international sites and external manufacturing partners. This executive will drive operational excellence, ensure world class product quality, and build a scalable, resilient global footprint that supports the company's growth in the semiconductor test and measurement systems market.
This role requires a strategic, hands‑on operations leader with deep experience in multisite management, complex electromechanical manufacturing, external supply partnerships, and cross‑functional program execution.
Key Responsibilities:Operational Strategy & Leadership
Develop and execute the Systems and Emerging Growth BU operations strategy aligned with corporate objectives and long‑term growth plans.
Lead, mentor, and develop high performing teams across global manufacturing, engineering, materials, and logistics functions.
Establish governance frameworks to harmonize KPIs, processes, and reporting across all global sites.
Drive a culture of accountability, operational discipline, and continuous improvement.
Oversee Assembly, Integration, and Test operations across Systems and Emerging Growth operation sites. (Must be able to travel 50% internationally and domestically across our Systems global sites and other Form Factor locations).
Ensure production capacity meets demand while maintaining high yields and minimizing downtime.
Collaborate with engineering and R&D to ensure design‑for‑manufacturability (DfM) principles are applied.
Manage external manufacturing partners (EMS/CMs) to ensure quality, cost, capacity, and delivery performance.
Develop dual sourcing strategies to enhance resilience and reduce risk.
Ensure all Systems products meet stringent industry standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain compliance with global safety, environmental, and trade regulations.
Develop and implement business continuity, risk mitigation, and disaster recovery plans across all sites.
Develop and manage operational budgets across labor, materials, capital, and external manufacturing.
Analyze KPIs and financial performance to identify opportunities for cost reduction and margin improvement.
Drive capital efficiency and ensure ROI on major operational investments.
Partner with executive leadership to align operations with corporate strategy.
Collaborate with product development, marketing, and sales through SIOP processes to support product roadmaps and market demand.
Implement advanced manufacturing technologies, automation, and AI to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Drive adoption of manufacturing frameworks (SPC, Kaizen, 5S, Lean, Six Sigma, DfX) to improve operational performance.
Benchmark performance against best‑in‑class KPIs and lead transformation initiatives to close gaps.
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