Plant Manager

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just

 Specializing in precision machining and metal fabrication, our Sanmina Newark, California facility has 15 years’ experience in both precision and large format solutions for industrial, semiconductor, clean technology and oil & gas markets. We provide comprehensive engineering and test capabilities: from in-house and hydrostatic leak-testing of medium and large format vacuum chambers to machining of precision stainless steel mechanisms. We have the capacity to machine components up to 3 meters. Our metal fabrication services include grinding, vacuum welding, heat treating, plating and anodizing. We can process many advanced materials, including aluminum, stainless steel, plastics, ferrous-nonferrous and other exotic alloys.

Summary

This position is responsible for the General Business Operations of the Newark, California machining and Integration facility. The associated duties include managing all aspects of the performance of the Newark Machining Operations including financial results, customer satisfaction, operational execution and leadership of the plant management team and staff. The Plant Manager will play a key role in achieving broad based business goals including profitability, growth, and customer satisfaction all built on foundations of flawless execution and quality. This candidate must be able to demonstrate thorough understanding of operations and lead their team using applicable metrics along with hands-on-involvement in every aspect of the business working on-site extra hours during crunch time. The successful candidate will be a leader who can communicate with and motivate a talented team that he or she will build and continuously develop.

What You'll Do

• The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing many of a business's daily activities, directing and coordinating actions across an organization.
• Develop, motivate, and lead a high-performance management team with key direct reports in Quality, Engineering, Production, Materials and Purchasing.
• Direct operations to ensure excellence in quality, cost, delivery, and other performance metrics.
• Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction and effective customer relations with strong and positive personal involvement and leadership.
• Meet or exceed financial commitments including those tied to growth, profitability, working capital and predictability.

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of 10 years progressive plant functional management experience in a machining manufacturing or metals.
• An 8+ year track record of success in operational roles for companies with machining and engineering operations; preferably with key customer relationships in semi-conductor capital equipment.
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operational Management, Business Administration or related field.
• Has a manufacturing operations background with a proven track record understanding and improving how projects move through the shop.
• A track record of growth that is indicative of strong financial (P&L) and commercial skills as well as strong customer presence.
• Ability to push, engage, motivate, and lead others
• A visionary and passionate leader who can inspire, communicate and influence in a professional yet “down-to-earth” manner to effectively gain trust and support across the company and customers
• Track record of forging strong customer relationships with large ‘blue chip’ multinational corporations.
• Comfortable in C-suite conversations with Customers, ability to communicate effectively in verbal, written and presentations modes.
• Strong presence and charisma.
• Ability to balance short-term and long-term objectives
• Highly entrepreneurial executive with a track record of results and integrity who thrives in a fast-paced, hard-working culture
• A flexible work style that can move fluidly from “the big picture” to the details with the natural predisposition to “roll-up his/her sleeves”
• Demonstrated track record of developing skills in team members to create a high-performance group; sets, drives and meets aggressive goals for herself/himself and those around her/him.
• A true team player with the ability to “stand his or her ground” when challenged and who can push back in a constructive manner.

Why Join Us?

At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $140,000 - $250,000, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Sanmina employees also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Sanmina, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.