We are seeking a highly motivated Plant Manager to lead operations at our small but fast-growing RF and microwave filter manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have hands-on leadership experience in a precision manufacturing environment and a strong understanding of RF or high-frequency electronic components. This individual will be responsible for overseeing production, quality, supply chain, and safety to ensure the efficient delivery of high-performance components for defense, aerospace, telecom, and commercial applications.
Key Responsibilities:
Operations & Production Management
· Lead day-to-day plant operations including production scheduling, resource allocation, and throughput optimization
· Oversee machining, assembly, tuning, and test processes of RF/microwave filters and components
· Ensure timely delivery of customer orders while meeting cost, quality, and performance targets
Technical Oversight
· Collaborate with engineering to transition new designs to production
· Troubleshoot manufacturing issues related to tuning, materials, or process variation
· Ensure adherence to RF performance specifications through process control and testing
Supply Chain & Inventory
· Manage procurement and inventory of raw materials, hardware, and RF components
· Develop relationships with key vendors and negotiate terms as needed
· Implement effective inventory management practices to minimize shortages or excesses
Continuous Improvement & Quality
· Drive lean manufacturing initiatives, 5S, and other process improvement methodologies
· Maintain ISO or AS9100 compliance as required by customer/industry standards
· Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for non-conforming parts
Team Leadership
· Supervise a small cross-functional team (production technicians, assemblers, QA, etc.)
· Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence
· Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance reviews to team members
Strategic Planning & Reporting
· Assist in budgeting, capacity planning, and equipment investment strategy
· Track KPIs including on-time delivery, yield, scrap, and labor utilization
· Report plant performance and improvement plans to senior management
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Qualifications:
Required
· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
· 10+ years of manufacturing management experience, preferably in electronics or RF hardware
· Strong knowledge of RF/microwave components and basic principles of tuning and testing
· Proven ability to lead small teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
· Proficient with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling tools
· Familiar with lean manufacturing and quality systems (ISO, AS9100)
Preferred
· Prior experience in a small or startup manufacturing environment
· Familiarity with RF test equipment (e.g., network analyzers, spectrum analyzers)
· Experience with government/mil-aero customers or ITAR compliance
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