Pre-Production Manager, SR

Overview

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, RF components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and printed circuit boards. TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how the company’s design, engineering and manufacturing services help customers reduce development time and bring products to market. This section summarizes the Senior Manager of Pre-Production role and its focus on aligning Inside Sales, Front-End Engineering, and Purchasing to enable a smooth transition from customer inquiry to manufacturing.

• Lead and manage the Inside Sales, Customer Service, Front-End Engineering, and Purchasing teams.
• Develop and manage KPIs and performance metrics to ensure team effectiveness and accountability.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for team members.
• Oversee the entire pre-production process, ensuring accurate and timely execution from order intake to manufacturing readiness.
• Collaborate with Inside Sales to ensure accurate quoting, order processing, and customer communication.
• Ensure Front-End Engineering leads manufacturability reviews and process optimization.
• Manage Purchasing to ensure timely procurement of materials, supplier coordination, and cost control.
• Partner with the Inside Sales team to evaluate customer requirements, provide guidance, and enhance the customer experience.
• Ensure timely responses to RFQs (Requests for Quotes) and contribute to pricing strategies.
• Identify and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and reduce cost.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices.
• Utilize data-driven insights to optimize workflows and eliminate production bottlenecks.
• Act as a bridge between Sales, Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth order release to manufacturing.
• Work closely with Manufacturing and Quality teams to resolve production feasibility concerns.
• Strengthen supplier relationships to improve cost efficiency and material availability.

• Experience and knowledge with ISO 9000, ISO 14000, and AS9100.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills within manufacturing, driving urgency toward improvement plans and project teams to successful completion.
• Intermediate knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts and components including 5S, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and Poka-Yoke.
• Ability to develop and execute effective plans, identify obstacles and countermeasures, and communicate effectively to achieve goals.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and make quality decisions without negative impact on others.
• Excellent computer skills, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong background in the use and understanding of key manufacturing performance metrics.
• Strong communication, planning, organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Due to ITAR requirements, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident.

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• 6+ years of experience working in a hi-tech manufacturing, engineering, or related field is preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in a supervisory role is preferred.

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire.

Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on factors including office location, role, skill set and experience. As required by local law, TTM provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in New York, California and Colorado. For California-based roles, compensation ranges are based on specific physical locations.

Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC. This includes identifying ITAR products on the manufacturing floor and understanding that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to U.S. Citizens and U.S. Permanent Residents; recognizing foreign visitors by badge differentiation; following authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities;

understanding export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the U.S.; and managing vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.