Manufacturing Operations Manager

Manufacturing Operations Manager

RAJE Technology, LLC Livermore, California, United States

CHA Industries is a leader in the design, production, and distribution of vacuum deposition systems and precision coating equipment. All systems and components are carefully designed and manufactured at our central location, which ensures reliable support, quality, and performance that our customers have come to expect.

In addition to developing the Mark 50, an industry workhorse, we also pioneered planetary filtering. Building on this foundation of expertise, we continue to offer a range of advanced filtering solutions, including planetary, lift-off, and flip filtering, for a variety of applications.

Furthermore, we’re excited to announce that CHA Industries has been acquired by Plasma‑Therm . This strategic partnership significantly expands our capabilities, providing even more advanced solutions, increased resources, and access to a broader global network. As a result, both our existing and prospective clients will benefit from enhanced support and innovative products, allowing us to better meet your unique business needs and help you succeed in today’s fast‑paced market.

The operations manager plays a vital role in ensuring that the day-to-day operations of manufacturing run smoothly. They are responsible for ensuring that effective methods are put into place so that operations run with maximum productivity.

The main responsibilities of an operations manager include handling the logistics of the organization, maintaining budget targets and inventories, and overseeing the supervision of manufacturing and supply chain employees. The individual will be expected to harness a working environment which encourages team work, energy and creativity. To achieve this, they should have strong leadership and excellent problem‑solving skills along with good communication skills.

This role requires someone with the ability to think on their feet and make quick decisions with little hesitation.

• Coordinate manufacturing activities to meet the company’s delivery commitments
• Supervise Materials Procurement supporting manufacturing schedules and financial requirements of the company
• Direct and supervise manufacturing resources to most efficiently utilize personnel
• Develop and manage annual manufacturing department budget and operating expenditures
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation for the efficient operation of all manufacturing activities.
• Collaborate across departments and functions to ensure on time product delivery
• Oversee facilities, maintenance, and special construction projects
• Operate the Company’s ERP/MRP system to receive and issue parts, create work orders and retrieve part and assembly information

• Design and implement improvements, and maintain supply chain systems, policies, procedures
• Assist Buyers in maintaining supplier base. Approve new suppliers. May perform visits/audits on key suppliers. Replace non-performing suppliers. Achieve total cost reductions.
• Keep inventories of production materials within the established coverage levels with accurate system balances and with minimum obsolescence and scrap
• Oversee supplier negotiations, contracts, agreements, and preferred vendor status for controlled and non-controlled items
• Review material suppliers with planning, purchasing and quality personnel to evaluate and improve service, quality, availability, shipping costs, stocking options, and price
• Responsible for the company’s materials needs by coordinating all aspects of materials forecasting, inventory planning and purchasing.
• Oversee coordination and monitoring of performance of supplier base to obtain company’s expectations for quality, delivery and cost.
• Other duties as assigned.
• It is every employee’s responsibility to be aware of and adhere to the applicable Safety & Health, Quality and Environmental Process of the Company

Supervise personnel in purchasing, shipping, and manufacturing

• Bachelor of Science Degree from a four-year college or University in related discipline (preferred)
• Five…