Director of Operations

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest‑growing 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 OEMs primarily in communications networks, defense & aerospace, industrial & semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing & storage, automotive & clean technology sectors.

Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

The Director, Operations leads and manages the operations function including production and activities from production planning to shipment. He/she uses materials management skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices, company policies, procedures, tools, and business disciplines within the organization.

• Drives and supervises
• Optimal balance of service to cost and profitability.
• Plant responsiveness to customer requests through materials, inventory, and cost management.
• Monitors and reports results.
• Has responsibility for material flow encompassing shipping and warehouse and production floor.
• Reviews and plans requirements for acceptable inventory.
• Maintains inventory at acceptable levels.
• Coordinates with finance/accounting on matters involving inventory carrying costs.
• Ensures material availability.
• Manages multi‑shift 24/6 operation.

• Works with the organization to implement corporate process requirements, improve yields, and provide best‑in‑class manufacturing expertise.

Minimum prior experience:

• A minimum of 10 years’ direct, hands‑on manufacturing process or engineering and materials management experience in the high‑tech sector.
• Significant experience in supporting materials from an IT and Oracle perspective.

Minimum skills / knowledge:

• Strong background in reflow, wave soldering, all SMT processes and related equipment, through‑hole and press‑fit technology, and process development, with the ability to serve as a lead for the manufacturing operation.
• Adept with leading fast paced, multi‑faceted teams.
• Self‑starter, demonstrates initiative and commitment, able to influence all levels of leadership.
• Excellent organizational and negotiation skills, strong analytical capabilities. Prowess with Office products and software, Oracle ERP applications.
• Ability to multi‑task.
• Strong time management skills.
• Experience using statistical tools.
• Project Management expertise.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.>
• Ability to use Six Sigma/Lean/statistical tools is required.

Generally requires

B.Sc. in a related engineering discipline.

Green Belt certification is desirable.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer.