Production Manager

Advantech USA • Milpitas, CA

65d • $125,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of the Facilities Department located in Irvine, California. The Facilities Department is responsible for maintaining the safety, functionality, and appearance of Advantech’s campus. As a Facilities Technician, you will support daily operations and ensure the facility remains clean, safe, and efficient for all employees. This hands-on role contributes directly to creating a productive and well-maintained work environment that aligns with Advantech’s high standards of excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical/scientific field or equivalent experience preferred. Alternatively, completion of formal technical training (3+ years) combined with relevant management experience.
• Manufacturing planning experience, understanding of ERP systems, preferably SAP is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years hand-on / professional experience in PC hardware assembly and integration Production environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach with hands and arms as needed to perform job duties.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items in excess of 25 pounds.
• For safety, a support belt must be worn when performing these tasks. Some products may require lifting over 35 pounds; a support belt must be worn for these tasks as well.
• Ability to unpack and re-package materials as part of regular job functions.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with strong time management skills.
• Ability to work independently, analytical problem-solving skills and follow instructions accurately.
• Willingness and ability to motivate and support other staff, engineers and be a team player.
• Visit customers, factories and support offsite services if needed.
• Understanding of company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management to implement policies and procedures and recommend process improvements.
• Maintain and update all Production ISO documentation; ensure proper training and execution across all staff.
• Assist with and support production scheduling.
• Manage all released sales orders Build-To-Order (BTO), work orders Build-To-Stock (BTS), Urgent and quality-related rework scheduling from SCM, OP and Quality teams; prioritize based on requested and due dates and adjust schedules according to production capacity and demand.
• Utilize some technical knowledge of PC-related hardware, software, operating systems, and network connectivity to support computer workstations and server system production.
• Work and interface with PE, QE, PM/AE groups, and Sales teams.
• Support new project launches, CTO/OEM documentation, FAI, and pilot runs.
• Provide timely, professional solutions to order issues, system functionality issues, and configuration problems.
• Manage production manpower, including overtime control, timecard review, interviewing, hiring, and staffing arrangements.
• Be willing to work overtime and weekends as required to meet business needs.
• Oversee production quality control, workmanship, customer complaints, and the follow-up/closure of 8D-CAR reports.
• Work with Production Engineering and operations personnel to develop and execute continuous improvement plans related to product yield, cycle time, workflow, and overall efficiency.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience (DOE)
• Winning culture with a friendly, team-oriented environment!
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Education & personal development reimbursement program
• Generous vacation and paid holidays package
• Company events, and lunches
• Referral Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager