VP Operations – Fabrication

Job Description Sanmina is a global manufacturing powerhouse, generating over $8 billion in annual revenue with a dedicated team of 35,000 innovators across 21 countries. We support a world‑class customer base with groundbreaking products and manufacturing services. Learn more about how we build tomorrow, today, at

Are you a dynamic leader ready to take on a mission‑critical role at the forefront of energy infrastructure manufacturing? Reporting directly to the SVP of Precision Fabrication, you will be the driving force behind our Enclosures, Tanks & Mechanical segment’s growth. This is more than a management position—it’s a chance to shape a powerful P&L, champion customer satisfaction, and lead a team to new heights of success.

• Lead the Vision:
  Develop and implement strategies that not only meet but exceed our goals for production efficiency, cost‑effectiveness, quality, and on‑time delivery.
• Innovate with Impact:
  Spearhead continuous improvement initiatives to push the boundaries of productivity and cost management.
• Executive‑Level
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with fellow executives to ensure operational strategies are seamlessly aligned with the company’s overarching vision.
• Financial Stewardship:
  Own plant profitability, asset performance, and business execution. Plan and administer robust operating and capital expense budgets.
• Team Leadership:
  Inspire, develop, and manage a high‑performing team. Set clear performance goals and ensure their success through effective training and mentorship.
• Strategic Growth:
  Drive recurring business and new growth by cultivating and maintaining strong, trust‑based relationships with our customers.

• Materials Command:
  Oversee all aspects of the supply chain, from production material planning and procurement to inventory control and distribution.
• Strategic Sourcing:
  Develop and execute a strategic sourcing program, including negotiating high‑impact supplier contracts like VMI and EDI.
• Flawless Execution:
  Implement and train employees on corporate methods for inventory forecasting and control, ensuring on‑time delivery and mitigating risks.

• Uphold Standards:
  Ensure strict compliance with all industry regulations and safety protocols, including FAR, ITAR, CMMC, ISO
  9001, AS9100, AWS, ANSI etc.
• Ensure Accuracy:
  Guarantee all operational input for pricing and proposals is accurate and aligns with both business and customer objectives.

• A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or Business is required. (MBA preferred)
• Possess a minimum of 10-15 years of progressive managerial experience in a manufacturing, operations, or supply chain role, with a strong preference for a background in Precision Metal Fabrication.
• Demonstrated “hands‑on” experience with MRP systems, New Product Introduction (NPI), and capacity planning.
• Proven financial acumen with P&L, budgeting, and strategic planning experience.
• Experience with project‑level accounting is preferred.
• A proven track record of strong business acumen, leadership, and exceptional relationship‑building and negotiation skills.

This is an ITAR facility and applicants must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident. Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer — M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Salary Range (annual) will be based on a candidate’s years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, and skills, and is just one element of our total rewards package. The total rewards package also includes a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and participation in a discretionary bonus program.