Senior Manufacturing Operations Specialist

Job Description Position Overview

The Senior Manufacturing Operations Specialist is an experienced, hands‑on manufacturing position responsible for supporting multiple production processes within Tempe Manufacturing. This position reports to the Sr. Production Manager, works a 10-hour shift, and requires 5-10 years of manufacturing experience, with semiconductor manufacturing experience preferred. The role combines advanced manufacturing, electro‑mechanical assembly, testing, inspection, production documentation, cross‑functional float coverage, quality support, and employee training.

The employee will remain actively involved in production while becoming cross‑trained across multiple manufacturing areas and progressively taking on greater operational responsibility. As proficiency is demonstrated, the employee may assist with employee training, workflow coordination, production priorities, troubleshooting routine manufacturing issues, and supporting the Sr. Production Manager and Team Leads. This is a non‑exempt developmental position and does not initially include formal supervisory authority.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5-10 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Semiconductor, electronics, electronic components, or precision manufacturing experience preferred.
• Electro‑mechanical assembly and testing experience preferred.
• Previous experience training, mentoring, or cross‑training manufacturing employees preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, procedures, drawings, specifications, and production documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and across multiple production areas.
• Strong manual dexterity, hand‑eye coordination, and ability to perform detailed visual inspection.