Assembly Production Supervisor

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 meet standards—they redefine them.

Summary

Located in Silicon Valley, Sanmina Fremont offers a unique, single-location end-to-end mechanical systems manufacturing service. The facility specializes in low-to-mid volume production, New Product Introduction (NPI), and Design for Manufacturability (DFM). Its comprehensive, high-tolerance capabilities range from small parts to fully integrated and tested systems, including sheet metal fabrication, precision machining, manual/robotic welding, and advanced in-house painting. Powered by an accelerated volume-to-market model, the Fremont operation delivers highly flexible logistics, distribution, and repair services tailored to fast-changing customer needs.

It is an incredibly exciting time to work in fabrication and integration within the manufacturing sector. What once consisted of highly manual, labor-intensive machine processes has morphed into an era of robotics, automation, and complex engineering. Fremont supports the critical infrastructure driving the semiconductor, automotive, defense, aerospace, and artificial intelligence sectors. As AI transforms multiple key industries, Sanmina Fremont is leading the charge by building specialized server racks designed for AI workloads, alongside sophisticated cooling solutions to optimize both performance and energy efficiency. Sanmina offers diverse opportunities across various fields—including production, welding, design engineering, and account management. Working at Sanmina Fremont means collaborating with cross-functional teams and multiple departments to be an integral part of this dynamic and fast-growing industry.

At Sanmina, we cultivate internal talent and provide resources for everyone to thrive. Whether you are looking to build foundational skills or expand your existing expertise, you can leverage our Tuition Reimbursement program, master new software, and diversify your portfolio. We also offer vibrant platforms for professionals eager to lead, mentor, and train others.

As we expand our cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities, we are looking for a motivated Assembly Production Supervisor who wants to build a meaningful career and join our dynamic team in Fremont.

What You'll Do

The Assembly Production Supervisor oversees daily production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality standard, and safety compliance while managing floor staff. Key duties include scheduling workflows, training employees, troubleshooting machinery, and achieving production goals.

● Works with all functions within the organization to drive continuous improvement and establish a culture of excellence in execution, and communication

● Recognizes and solves problems affecting operations in order to improve the performance and quality of services.

● Responsible for planning and maintaining schedules, directing the work of employees and training.

● Provides direction, coaching, counseling, and leadership to all direct reports to motivate employees.

● Improves performance, enhances service quality and heightens employee effectiveness.

● Performs a variety of tasks and must rely on experience to plan and accomplish goals.

● Responsible for possessing a general understanding of all areas within the organization and the ability to work with the experts within those areas.

● Leads a production team to meet and exceed targets related to People, Safety, Environment, Quality, Delivery, and Cost

● Coordinates production activities with purchasing, maintenance/facilities, engineering, and quality control to optimize team members, schedules, and production equipment.

● Engages with engineering team to utilize capacity models and assess constraints as projected demand changes

● Performs administrative duties such as regular employee meetings, timekeeping/attendance/vacation requests, performance appraisals (input with manager), disciplinary actions, interviewing, rewards & recognition, training and development.

● Manages Production and Deliveries to target levels

● Establish a culture of excellence in execution, continuous improvement, and communication

● Assists Production Manager by providing data and analysis on production, quality control, maintenance, and operational issues to determine causes of non-conformities

● Ensures compliance to the training plans, procedures, and industry regulations

● Supports and drive lean principles throughout the manufacturing floor

● Maintain safe operating environment

What You'll Bring

● Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school

● Minimum of 2 -3 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a manufacturing or fabrication environment.

● Previous management / supervisory experience preferred

● Must have good communication skills

● Must be able to anticipate potential problems, both internal and external, to the specific department(s) being supervised

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 $73,000 and $95,000, 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.