Leader, Manufacturing Operations

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Meet the Team

The Optics Operations team's vision is to enable an elite Optics Supply Chain Operations to service Optics components needs of Cisco business as well as the emerging Component business.

We are looking for a Mid-level Leader of Manufacturing Operations who will lead a team of manufactory specialist and equipment engineers to enable the growth of Optics component business We are seeking an accomplished leader who will establish a culture of perfection in Semi-Conductor Manufacturing.

In a manufacturing environment, drives the long-range strategic planning process for operations by supervising and handling all manufacturing operations, including manufacturing itself, production control, product engineering, manufacturing engineering, equipment engineering, inventory control, potential materials functions, such as purchasing, and shipping/receiving activities. Defines goals, improves technologies, and resolves problems in conjunction with managers of manufacturing, quality assurance, engineering, and sales. Translates customer requirements into innovative manufacturing strategies and processes, resulting in cost-effective processing and profitable manufacturing of company products. Develops operations-related plans, budgets, and policies and procedures. Maintains safety and regulatory compliance relating to the production facility. May advise international manufacturing operations. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. If the incumbent has responsibility for operations in a non-manufacturing role, match to Operations Management (Non-Manufacturing Ops).

• 6+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing and management experience in Semiconductor or Medical Manufacturing (clean room experience).
• Accomplished at providing coaching and mentorship on job performance, career development and adept at developing and nurturing a global, diverse and inclusive team environment.
• You are an effective cross-functional communicator who values partnership and collaboration and have experience addressing executive level staff - both internal and customer facing.

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