PCBA Production Manager

Job Location

2060 Ringwood Avenue, San Jose, CA 95131

Job Summary

The PCBA Production Manager oversees all printed circuit board assembly manufacturing processes, including SMT (Surface Mount Technology) and Through-Hole lines. This role drives production efficiency, maintains strict quality standards, and leads a team of supervisors, engineers, and operators to meet delivery schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Oversight: Manage daily PCBA manufacturing operations to meet volume, cost, and schedule targets.
• Process Optimization: Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and improve cycle times.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure full compliance with IPC-A-610, ISO 9001, and AS9100 quality standards.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate production supervisors, technicians, and operators.
• Equipment & Capacity: Coordinate with maintenance to maximize uptime of SMT placement machines, reflow ovens, and wave solder equipment.
• NPI Support: Collaborate with engineering during New Product Introduction to ensure seamless transition to mass production.
• Inventory Control: Partner with supply chain to manage component availability and minimize work-in-progress variances.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce strict ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) controls and OSHA safety protocols across the factory floor.
• Customer Interface: Interface and meet with customers for build kick offs, and give tours as needed.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of supervisory experience specifically within a PCBA or electronics manufacturing environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep expertise in SMT processes, reflow profiling, wave soldering, SPI, AOI, and X-ray inspection equipment.
• Certifications: IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 certifications are highly preferred. Lean/Six Sigma Green or Black Belt is a strong plus.
• Software: Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Leadership: Proven ability to motivate large teams, resolve conflicts, and manage shift schedules effectively.

Pay: $100,000.00 – $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person