Define and execute manufacturing strategy for the business unit’s Sockets portfolio (AI CPU sockets and traditional CPU sockets).
Lead a team of approximately 50 engineers across manufacturing and R&D facilities in China, Japan, and the Philippines; report to Senior Director of Operations for MPDE.
Act as the binding element between product development and manufacturing engineering; support Product Development to optimize designs and piece parts for manufacturability.
Design, develop, and qualify tooling and processes to meet TE quality and production standards; document all processes and tooling in applicable TE systems.
Support supply chain to verify supplier compliance and capability; negotiate with equipment suppliers.
Ensure successful hand-off of new process technology into high-volume production and sustaining; manage resources, technical risks, and costs for on-time development.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Management, Product Development, Quality, and Operations; act as a voting member of project review/approval committees.
Set performance goals aligned to Business Unit strategy; focus on capability development, efficiency, productivity, and talent pipeline/succession planning.
Drive manufacturing cost reduction by aligning MPDE teams to business needs and focusing on DFM & DFC; initiate continuous improvement programs.
Interface with customers during manufacturing reviews/plant audits and present updates/strategies to senior leadership.
Requirements
12+ years leading product/process development organization.
Bachelor in Mathematical Engineering or Electrical Engineering (Master or higher preferred).
8+ years’ experience with new products/manufacturing process development, verification, and ramping.
Knowledge and experience with manufacturing principles such as automation, assembly, machining, stamping, plating, and molding.
Desired knowledge in Stamping, plating, molding, CPU sockets assembly technology or equivalent, Automation, materials-metal alloys & resins.
Experience with new processes and product development for medium to high-volume manufacturing products.
Strong business acumen and ability to align initiatives to business priorities.
Ability to influence multiple stakeholders across disciplines.
Strong communication skills.
Sound foundation of Manufacturing Quality systems and principles.
Ability to multi-task and work with multiple cultures and countries.
Working experience negotiating with equipment suppliers.
Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally between 20% - 35% (also listed Travel: 10% to 25%).
Proficient in MS Office Software such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Working knowledge of Six Sigma and root-cause tools.
Proven experience leading and coaching to improve individual and team performance.
Track record of driving and managing change and achieving results.
Self-starter; competencies in Managing and Measuring Work, Building Effective Teams, Motivating Others.
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
Competitive base salary commensurate with experience (location dependent)
Remote role (open to candidates based in United States, Mexico, Taiwan, China, or the Philippines)
Job title
Director, Sockets Manufacturing and Process Development Engineering
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