At Gideon, we're crafting the future of logistics, manufacturing & other industrial environments with cutting‑edge AI and 3D vision‑based autonomous robots. Our team is committed to automating complex operations, allowing people to shine in what they do best.If you're ready to join us and be part of this journey, read on!Our team consists of 100+ super‑talented people, including top‑notch experts in the field of hardware and software engineering, and is devoted to developing robots with a mission of making people's work easier.We are an ambitious group of tech enthusiasts with different backgrounds, skills, and experiences, very excited and passionate about what we do! And above all, we cherish team spirit, constant learning and kindness. There is much more to learn, so we hope this piqued your curiosity!About the roleWe are looking for a VP of Manufacturing to lead Gideon's end‑to‑end production system across our U.S. and Croatian manufacturing operations.This is a senior strategic execution role responsible for scaling our manufacturing from low‑volume, project‑style production into a controlled, repeatable, audit‑ready operation. You will own internal manufacturing, contract manufacturing partnerships, quality, manufacturing engineering, assembly, procurement, warehousing, and supplier relationships.The ideal candidate brings strong process discipline, experience scaling complex electromechanical or robotic systems, and the ability to build a manufacturing organization capable of delivering against ambitious production targets.Responsibilities we'll trust you with:Own Gideon's production plan across internal manufacturing and contract manufacturing partnersTranslate annual volume commitments into monthly production plans and ramp schedulesDefine and manage production ramp phases from pilot to full‑scale manufacturingEnsure every shipped unit meets the same quality, traceability, and documentation standardsDrive improvements in unit cost, throughput, quality, and production efficiencyOwn supplier and strategic partner relationships, including contract manufacturing partnersLead partner selection, onboarding, ramp‑up, commercial negotiations, and performance managementEstablish manufacturing standards, routings, BOM discipline, work instructions, change control, and ERP‑driven processesManage manufacturing engineering, quality, assembly, procurement, and warehousing functionsSet internal capacity plans, headcount needs, tooling investments, facility requirements, and test automation roadmapReport manufacturing performance, risks, partner status, quality KPIs, cost trajectory, and ramp readiness to Gideon's governance levelBuild and lead a strong cross‑site manufacturing organization with a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvementYour area of expertise:MBA or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical fieldSignificant senior manufacturing leadership experience, such as Director of Manufacturing, Plant Manager, Head of Operations, or similarProven experience scaling production of complex electromechanical, robotic, or comparable technical systemsStrong experience with manufacturing engineering, quality, assembly, procurement, and multi‑site operationsHands‑on experience managing suppliers and contract manufacturing partnersExperience with RFQs, proposal evaluation, contract negotiation, pilot production, ramp management, and steady‑state productionStrong commercial understanding of supplier and manufacturing agreements, including payment terms, margins, inventory liability, indemnification, and termination termsDeep understanding of ERP‑driven manufacturing execution, including BOMs, routings, work orders, work instructions, and traceabilityPractical quality systems experience and ability to support customer‑grade auditsExcellent communication skills in English, including the ability to present clearly at governance or board levelAuthorization to work in the United StatesExperience scaling production of AMRs, AGVs, electric vehicles, autonomous systems, or other safety‑critical productsLean or Six Sigma certification with proven production resultsExperience setting up or significantly expanding manufacturing operations, including facilities, hiring, tooling, and capital deploymentWhat do we offer and what can you expect once you join us?Medical, dental & vision plan for you and your family#J-18808-Ljbffr