Sr Manager, Manufacturing Operations

Advanced Energy

Vancouver, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$145,000–$180,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Calibration, Capacity Management, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cost Effectiveness Analysis, Cross-Functional, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electronics, Environmental Regulations, Healthcare, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Incentive Programs, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Operations Management, Mentoring, Metrology, Network Operations Center, Operational Improvement, Power Engineering, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Production Planning, Production Schedule, Project/Program Management, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Resource Utilization, Safety Compliance, Semiconductors, State Laws and Regulations, Stock Purchase Plans, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Telecommunications, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Vancouver, WA

POSTED

1 day ago

Sr Manager, Manufacturing Operations **ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY** Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE's power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado. **POSITION SUMMARY:** The **Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations** is responsible for overseeing manufacturing operations for multiple AE locations, ensuring production efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This role provides both strategic and hands-on leadership to supervisors and production teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Success in this role requires strong people leadership, strategic thinking, and deep practical experience managing multi-site and international manufacturing operations in a fast-paced environment. **RESPONSIBILITIES:** **Operational Leadership:** + Manage day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules are met. + Optimize resource utilization, including labor, equipment, and materials. **Quality & Compliance:** + Ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements. + Implement and maintain robust quality control processes. + Continuous Improvement: + Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement initiatives. + Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality. **Team Development:** + Lead, mentor, and develop manufacturing supervisors and staff. + Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and collaboration. **Strategic Planning:** + Collaborate with senior leadership on production strategies and capacity planning. + Support new product introductions and scaling of operations. **Safety & Environment:** + Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. + Promote a safe working environment through training and audits. **WORK ENVIRONMENT:** + Based in Vancouver, WA and requires regular onsite presence. + Requires international travel to Germany 4 to 6 times per year, for 1 to 2 weeks stays. **QUALIFICATIONS** **:** + Proven track record in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. + Strong knowledge of ERP systems and production planning tools. + Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. + Willingness to travel up to 25% (domestic and international). **_Desired:_** + Experience with semiconductor equipment, electronics, or optical devices. + Familiarity with metrology and calibration methodology. + Familiarity with ISO standards and regulatory compliance. + Ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional teams. **EXPERIENCE:** + 8+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. **EDUCATION:** + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (Master's preferred). **COMPENSATION:** _As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $145,000 to $180,000 per year._ **BENEFITS:** As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan for eligible positions, and a discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan. In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes: + Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from + Short and long-term disability and life insurance + Health savings and flexible spending accounts + Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays + 8 hours of paid volunteer time off + 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads + Company matched 401(k) + Tuition reimbursement + Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs + Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance **Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and/or veteran status.** **Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to** **HumanResources@aei.com**

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