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Electronics Operations Manager

Job Description

The Operations Manager is responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day assembly operations of the company. This role is positioned at the forefront of a fast-paced contract electronic manufacturing environment. It requires effective interaction with customers, including engineering and program management, as well as all levels of company personnel.

Responsibilities

+ Plan daily and weekly assembly schedules and allocate resources in collaboration with other department managers, operations team members, and customers as needed.

+ Engage in manufacturing and process planning, engineering, improvement, and control by identifying required resources, automation, training, and developing special processes as required per customer needs.

+ Ensure delivery schedules are met and uphold stringent quality standards.

+ Oversee planning and budgeting for maintenance, repairs, and replacement of equipment.

+ Identify and procure special tooling, materials, and supplies.

+ Plan for future resources and processes, including related budgeting.

+ Supervise and support all team members within the operations department, including leading and managing their performance.

+ Collaborate with quotation, business development, and other departments to address special needs, engineering challenges, technical/mechanical issues, and customer interactions.

+ Provide input, metrics, data, and goals regarding manufacturing operations for weekly management meetings and annual planning and budgeting processes.

Essential Skills

+ 10 years of experience in hands-on operations management and process engineering in a contract electronic manufacturing environment.

+ Thorough knowledge of all aspects and processes involved with complex circuit card board assembly, with emphasis on SMT processes, including evaluating customer documentation, generating internal assembly instructions, machine programming, stencil optimization, reflow profiling, solder paste selection, X-ray analysis, solder quality analysis, and special process requirements related to components and PCB materials.

+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for process troubleshooting and failure analysis.

+ Team player, motivator, and good communicator.

+ Proficiency in verbal and written communication, documenting and verbally conveying technical matters to customers, operators, inspectors, and management.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and ability to learn new programs such as Circuit Cam.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Ability to provide training to operators as required.

+ Bilingual proficiency in English and Vietnamese is a plus.

+ Experience in Contracts Electronic Manufacturing, PCB fabrication and materials, Soldering (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001), Documentation, Quality (ISO 9001, AS9100), and Assembly manufacturing.

+ Familiarity with ITAR facility requirements.

Why Work Here

Choose between contract-to-hire or direct placement options, offering flexibility in employment terms.

Work Environment

Work in a dynamic and fast-paced contract electronic manufacturing environment where collaboration across departments is key. Utilize cutting-edge technologies and equipment in an ITAR-certified facility. Enjoy a professional setting that encourages continuous improvement and innovation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Santa Ana, California

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $175000.00/yr.

Full Benefits

401k

dental

vison

medical

sick pay

PTO

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Santa Ana,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.