We are looking for a dynamic and hands-on Manufacturing Manager to lead production and engineering for our ICM product line. This role is pivotal in launching new manufacturing lines, integrating advanced technologies, and ensuring seamless collaboration between production and engineering teams to drive quality, efficiency, and performance.
Our Team
You will join our Operational Management department, a cross-functional team committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and innovation in electronics manufacturing. We work closely with global engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to deliver high-impact results.
What You Will Do
- Lead daily operations of the ICM manual assembly line to meet production targets and quality standards
- Monitor and improve KPIs such as output, yield, OEE, and cycle time
- Ensure compliance with safety, 5S, and lean manufacturing principles
- Manage manpower planning, training, and performance of production staff
- Oversee process engineering activities including layout design and line balancing
- Drive NPI readiness and coordinate with PD, quality, and project teams
- Implement new technologies such as SMT, dispensing systems, and functional testers
- Lead equipment installation, commissioning, and validation for new lines
- Manage capital expenditure projects and liaise with global engineering teams
- Collaborate with Quality, Planning, Supply Chain, and Product Management to meet production goals
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- Proven manufacturing experience, including demonstrated experience in a managerial role
- Strong knowledge of manual assembly, SMT, dispensing, and testing equipment
- Proven experience in new line setup and cross-functional project leadership
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and problem-solving tools
What Will Put You Ahead
- Experience with ICM or electronics-related products
- Hands-on knowledge of MES systems and digital production tools
- Green Belt or Black Belt certification
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Who We Are
As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.
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