Manufacturing Operations Manager | $106K–$150K | Consumer Products | Sanford, ME

Manufacturing Operations Manager

Location: Sanford, Maine
Job ID: 167229
Employment Type: Full-Time

💵 Compensation:

• Base Salary: $106,000 – $150,000/year

• Bonus Eligible: No

• Commission: No

• Overtime Eligible: No

🎁 Benefits:

• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)

• Relocation assistance available for the ideal candidate

• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career development and advancement support

• Opportunities for continuous improvement training (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)

Lead. Innovate. Transform.

Are you a manufacturing leader ready to take the next step in your career? This exciting opportunity offers the chance to drive operational excellence, lead high-performing teams, and influence end-to-end production strategies at a dynamic consumer products facility in Sanford, Maine.

You’ll oversee production, warehouse, and finishing operations while fostering a safety-first, quality-driven, and continuous improvement culture. Bring your passion for innovation, people leadership, and efficiency—and make a measurable impact on global supply chain performance.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

🔧 Operations Leadership

• Oversee daily operations across production, making, finishing, and warehouse areas

• Lead supervisory teams and technicians to meet KPIs around quality, safety, and efficiency

• Drive a culture of accountability, performance, and collaboration

• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and EH&S to maximize productivity

• Champion Factory Performance & Reliability (FP&R) standards including People Capability, Visual Workplace, and Continuous Improvement

• Act as a visible, hands-on leader during audits, SOP reviews, and daily operations

• Build contingency plans to ensure business continuity during disruptions

💰 Financial Oversight

• Co-own plant financial performance with site leadership

• Drive savings initiatives through labor cost optimization and FTG (Fund-the-Growth) programs

• Analyze variances in materials, labor, and output to improve financial forecasting

• Optimize inventory, capital expenditures, and operating expenses to improve cash flow

• Monitor and revise site KPIs to align with evolving business goals

👥 People & Culture

• Execute labor strategies that promote employee relations, retention, and engagement

• Build and mentor a high-performing workforce, empowering both salaried and hourly teams

• Develop internal talent pipelines while fostering a culture of recognition and inclusion

✅ Quality, Compliance & Process Excellence

• Ensure all production activities align with GMP, FDA, and safety standards

• Own decisions regarding out-of-spec raw materials, WIP, and finished goods

• Guarantee team proficiency with SOPs for lot tracking, release procedures, code dating, and traceability

• Lead implementation of corrective/preventive actions for non-conformances

• Ensure validated cleaning, sanitization, and changeover procedures are followed

• Facilitate successful technology transfers for new products and processes

⚙️ Process & Equipment Optimization

• Set annual site goals for process capability; monitor and report on monthly progress

• Ensure process control tolerances, calibration routines, and SOP accuracy

• Identify and resolve equipment constraints in partnership with technical teams

• Oversee preventive maintenance and ensure team training on cleaning and batch procedures

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline (required)

• 8+ years of progressive leadership in manufacturing operations

• Strong background in GMP, FDA/regulated environments, and ISO/OSHA standards

• Solid understanding of Quality systems and manufacturing audits

• Advanced proficiency with digital tools (e.g., Google Suite, Data Studio)

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and navigating matrixed environments

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP, WMS, and plant floor systems experience

• Certified or experienced in Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodology

• Proven ability to manage ambiguity and multiple initiatives simultaneously

• Strong communicator with excellent coaching and feedback capabilities

• Project management skills with experience leading complex initiatives

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior

• Management Experience: Not required, but leadership experience essential

• Travel: Occasional

• Visa Sponsorship: Not available

• Security Clearance: Not required

• Relocation Assistance: Yes, for the ideal candidate

Take Charge of Change

This role is built for a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, quality-first environment. If you're ready to elevate your impact, drive performance, and shape the future of manufacturing—this is your opportunity.

Field Service Engineer – Medical Equipment | Frankfurt & Surrounding Areas

Field Service Engineer – Frankfurt & Surrounding Areas (Remote with Travel)

Industry: Medical Equipment / Devices
Job Category: Technical Sales & Support

About the Role

We are seeking a Field Service Engineer to provide installation, maintenance, and repair services for flow cytometers in Frankfurt, Marburg, Heidelberg, and surrounding areas. This role requires a strong technical background, customer-focused approach, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with sales teams.

📍 Location: Fully remote within the assigned region
🕒 Employment Type: Full-time or part-time (flexible arrangement)

Key Responsibilities

🔧 Install, maintain, and repair flow cytometers following technical documentation
🔍 Diagnose and resolve technical issues on-site
📊 Work with the sales team to inform customers about technical service offerings (e.g., service contracts)
⭐ Ensure high customer satisfaction based on feedback and performance metrics
📂 Maintain accurate service records in the ERP system
🌍 Participate in technical training programs, including international training sessions

Your Profile

✅ Education & Experience:

• Technical degree or equivalent qualification in medical technology, electronics, or a related field

• 2+ years of experience in field service or technical support, preferably with medical devices or high-tech equipment

✅ Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of computers, networking, and electronics

• Ability to self-manage, prioritize tasks, and work efficiently

• Analytical thinking with strong problem-solving skills

• Fluent in German, with good English proficiency

✅ Other Requirements:

• Valid EU driver’s license

• Willingness to travel frequently within the assigned region and occasionally within Central Europe

What We Offer

💰 Salary: €60,000 – €65,000 per year
🎁 Benefits:

• 13th-month salary (paid in June & November)

• Stock purchase plan (after 6 months)

• Accident & international health insurance

• Childcare allowance

• Company car allowance (if applicable)

• Training & career development opportunities

• Special leave (e.g., wedding)

• Christmas & New Year’s Eve company holidays

Engineering Technician IV - Semiconductor | Hillsboro, OR | $39.40–$59.00/hr

Job Title: Technician, Engineering IV - Semiconductor

Location: Hillsboro, OR (On-site)
Experience Level: Mid-Senior
Experience Required: 5–7 Years
Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Experience
Industry: Consumer Electronics
Compensation: $39.40–$59.00 hourly (Non-exempt, paid hourly)
Relocation Assistance: No
Visa Sponsorship: No

Job Summary

The Engineering Technician IV role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge photolithography semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This position involves providing onsite customer support for installations, repairs, and maintenance of advanced equipment in Hillsboro, Oregon.

This customer-facing role is ideal for those with a background in semiconductor manufacturing equipment and strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment checks and maintenance to ensure compliance with factory standards.

• Train customers on the operation and maintenance of equipment.

• Act as a liaison between the company and customers for assigned projects, including installations and major component replacements.

• Execute complex repairs and maintenance tasks independently and collaboratively.

• Provide technical support to minimize downtime and enhance customer satisfaction.

• Report equipment errors and performance issues for troubleshooting.

• Maintain accurate documentation and provide periodic activity reports.

• Conduct customer training to ensure operational proficiency.

• Collaborate with field technicians for troubleshooting and equipment servicing.

Note: This position requires full-time presence onsite and compliance with customer policies, including possible COVID-19 protocols.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical/military training with 5–7 years of related experience.

• At least 3 years of experience with semiconductor manufacturing equipment.

• Proficiency in using electronic testing tools.

• Strong hands-on mechanical skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in challenging situations.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

• Comfortable working in a cleanroom environment with safety gear for extended periods.

Preferred

• Knowledge of Linux OS for system operation and troubleshooting.

• Experience or expertise in optical systems, lasers, robotics, software, or chemical processes.

• Previous customer support experience.

• Strong troubleshooting, verbal, and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements & Environment

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds (assistance available for heavier items).

• Substantial standing, walking, typing, grasping, and hearing.

• Occasional kneeling, stooping, reaching, and climbing.

• Close visual acuity required for inspections and machine operation.

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, chemicals, UV light, and lasers.

Training

• 1–3 months of training in Austin, TX or Hillsboro, OR.

This position is ideal for a skilled technician seeking to advance their career in semiconductor equipment and join a dedicated team driving technological innovation.