General Manager -Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing

General Manager

Join a rapidly growing segment at the forefront of the semiconductor equipment industry, where innovation, precision, and speed define success. We are looking for a hands-on, forward-thinking General Manager to lead our New Arizona manufacturing facility and play a key role in scaling operations to meet increasing global demand.

This is an exciting opportunity to tackle complex challenges—ranging from advanced machining and tight-tolerance manufacturing to supporting next-generation semiconductor technologies. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving tough operational problems, and is energized by building high-performing teams.

What You'll Do

• Lead end-to-end factory operations, including machining, manufacturing, planning, and quality
• Drive performance in a high-growth, high-mix, precision manufacturing environment
• Build, develop, and lead multi-shift teams, fostering a culture of accountability and engagement
• Deliver on throughput, on-time delivery, and cost goals while maintaining exceptional quality standards
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, ISO, and EHS (OSHA) requirements
• Champion a safety-first culture across all operations
• Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Partner with Engineering to launch new products and next-generation semiconductor technologies
• Act as a key customer interface, hosting site visits and presenting operational performance
• Manage KPIs, budgets, and capacity planning to support rapid business growth

What Makes This Role Exciting

• Be part of a fast-growing, high-demand industry critical to global technology advancement
• Work on challenging, precision-driven manufacturing processes, including advanced machining
• Lead in an environment where innovation, speed, and quality are essential
• Make a direct impact on scaling operations to support next-generation semiconductor equipment

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA a plus
• 5–10+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations
• Strong background in machining or precision manufacturing preferred
• Working knowledge of quality systems (cGMP/ISO) and EHS regulations
• Proven success driving operational excellence (Lean, Six Sigma) in fast-paced environments
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with customer-facing experience
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to navigate complex challenges

Why Join Us

• Lead a critical manufacturing operation in one of the fastest-growing industries worldwide
• Tackle engaging, real-world challenges that directly impact cutting-edge technology
• Be part of a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on results and innovation