Operations Manager Hi-Rel

Description

• Own end-to-end Hi-Rel operations including production screening testing and shipment readiness
• Work closely with Manufacturing Control to support production planning scheduling and issue resolution
• Lead daily operations across assembly inspection reliability testing and external labs/vendors
• Ensure adherence to all Hi-Rel and up-screening requirements including customer and regulatory standards

• Oversee planning scheduling and execution of all Hi-Rel programs
• Champion SAP implementation and integration initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and data visibility
• Drive development and maintenance of detailed production schedules and Gantt charts to ensure on-time delivery
• Identify and manage critical paths risks and constraints across multiple concurrent programs
• Ensure seamless transition from product development to production and screening
• Develop and monitor KPIs to evaluate program success on-time delivery and operational efficiency
• Support budgeting forecasting and vendor management for Hi-Rel programs

• Partner with Applications Engineering Quality and Manufacturing teams to define and execute Hi-Rel requirements
• Ensure accurate documentation of all screening and reliability requirements (e.g. Thermal Shock Vibration Burn-in Life Testing Radiographic Inspection etc.)
• Coordinate with Test Engineering and Fixturing teams to develop necessary test setups and capabilities

• Ensure strict compliance with reliability standards customer specifications and internal quality systems
• Escalate quality issues and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Partner with Quality & Reliability teams to maintain and improve screening effectiveness
• Ensure proper documentation traceability and audit readiness within SAP and operational systems

• Lead initiatives to improve throughput reduce cycle time and increase operational efficiency
• Analyze past project performance to eliminate recurring issues
• Implement Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies to optimize Hi-Rel processes
• Identify opportunities for efficiency scalability and risk mitigation across Hi-Rel operations
• Build and optimize operational workflows and systems
• Analyze operational data (including SAP data) to inform strategic decisions
• Lead change management efforts related to process and system improvements

• Provide regular updates to leadership on program status risks and performance metrics
• Develop and track KPIs related to on-time delivery yield cycle time and quality
• Serve as the primary escalation point for Hi-Rel operational issues

• Build lead and mentor a high-performing Hi-Rel operations team
• Establish clear roles responsibilities and performance expectations
• Foster a culture of accountability quality and continuous improvement

• Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Electrical Engineering Manufacturing or related field (Masters preferred)
• Experience in aerospace defense space or other regulated industries
• Familiarity with ITAR AS9100 MIL-STD or similar standards
• Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma certification
• 812 years of experience in manufacturing or operations with significant exposure to high-reliability environments
• 35 years in a leadership or management role
• Strong understanding of Hi-Rel and up-screening processes including:
  • Thermal Shock Vibration Mechanical Shock
  • Burn-in Life Testing Environmental Stress Screening (ESS)
  • Radiographic Inspection C-SAM and related methods
• Familiarity with reliability principles (e.g. bathtub curve failure modes life studies)
• Hands-on SAP experience required (production planning WIP tracking reporting and data analysis)
• Experience with PLM systems (e.g. Smartsheet Arena PLM preferred)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis
• Strong project management skills (PMP preferred)
• Strategic thinker with strong execution focus
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Strong leadership communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple complex programs simultaneously
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making capability in fast-paced environments

• Displays enthusiasm and Passion for their work
• Works to the standard of Uncompromising Quality by meeting or exceeding stated objectives and embracing continuous improvement
• Exercises sound Business Judgement ensuring that efforts are on track with the Companys goals
• Operates with the mindset of Customer Obsession by meeting or exceeding expectations to both internal and external customers
• Takes Accountability by taking ownership and accepting responsibility for their conduct and contributions
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and accomplishes tasks with Speed and attention to detail
• Cooperates collaborates and contributes to shared goals with a strong sense of Teamwork
• Conducts themselves with Honesty & Integrity and treats all members with Trust & Respect

Additional Requirements/Skills

• Comply understand and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
• Ability and willingness to abide by Companys Code of Conduct
• Occasional travel some overnight as required

Disclaimer: The listed qualifications and requirements for each position are intended as guidelines. Mini-Circuits reserves the right to hire outside of these guidelines at Managements discretion.

Mini-Circuits is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived age race creed color national origin sexual orientation military status sex disability predisposing genetic characteristics marital status familial status gender identity gender dysphoria pregnancy-related condition and domestic violence victim status or protected class characteristic or any other protected characteristic as established by federal or state law.