Manager, Production

As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy reliability and repeatability make the difference. Whether in the design and safety of new generations of cars trucks and planes or optimizing advanced medical equipment and consumer products VPGs deep engineering expertise makes the world safer smarter and more productive.

We are seeking a highly motivated and execution-driven Production Manager to lead the transfer of precision resistor production lines from Israel to our Chennai facility.

This is a strategic hands-on role responsible for ensuring full operational readiness prior to and during the production transfer process. The selected candidate will coordinate cross-functional activities and ensure that infrastructure equipment processes quality systems and workforce readiness are aligned for successful implementation.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure facility and infrastructure readiness (layout utilities environmental controls)

Oversee installation qualification and validation of equipment and tooling

Coordinate jig and fixture manufacturing and duplication

Implement and validate BOMs and routings within ERP systems (QAD preferred)

Ensure material flow warehouse processes and traceability readiness

Align engineering documentation ECR/ECO processes and technical standards

Support quality system alignment including inspection plans and traceability requirements

Coordinate training certification and workforce readiness

Act as the primary liaison between Israel and India teams

Conduct structured progress reviews and proactively escalate risks

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Requirements:

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Electronics Engineering Materials Engineering or a related technical field

58 years of experience in manufacturing engineering industrialization or project management

Proven experience in production line transfer industrialization or manufacturing setup

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes quality systems and operational flow

Fluent English (written and spoken)

Preferred Experience

Experience with Transfer Molding processes

Background in precision manufacturing or electronics production

Familiarity with AS9100 or regulated manufacturing environments