Manufacturing Manager

Translate corporate objectives into actionable operational strategies that improve business performance

Develop and execute annual operational plans aligned with long-term organizational goals.

Ability to analyze manufacturing data and develop action plans that deliver measurable business improvements.

Drive strategic initiatives that improve operational efficiency, profitability, customer satisfaction, and organizational capability.

Lead operational strategies that manage the complexity of multi-level manufacturing, ensuring materials, subassemblies, and critical components converge at the point of use to support uninterrupted production and on-time customer delivery.

Balance short-term execution with long-term operational planning.

The successful candidate will:

Build a culture where safety is embraced as a core value.

Increase leadership capability across all manufacturing supervisors.

Improve employee engagement through effective coaching and communication.

Deliver measurable improvements in productivity, OEE, labor efficiency, and on-time delivery.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives that reduce waste and improve profitability.

Strengthen cross-functional collaboration throughout the organization.

Develop a sustainable succession pipeline for manufacturing leadership positions.

Create a culture where accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement are part of everyday operations.

The successful candidate will consistently demonstrate the ability to:

Lead by example and inspire others through action. Build trust and credibility across the organization.

Make timely, data-driven decisions in complex situations. Balance strategic thinking with disciplined execution.

Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Engineering, or a related field, or 10 yrs. of progressive experience

5-l 0 years of related manufacturing experience

Build a culture where safety, quality, operational excellence, and employee engagement are core values.

For candidates based in Minnesota: The pay range for this position is $91,000 – $154,700 annually, exempt.

Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure, and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific range for your location during the hiring process.

Ichor is committed to supporting your personal well-being and professional development. Our benefits are designed to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, provide peace of mind, and prepare for your future. We offer medical, dental, and vision plans across all locations, allowing team members to select the coverage that best meets their healthcare needs and budget. Our benefits also include a paid time-off program and paid holidays to support your time away from work. A summary of our Benefits will be provided during the interview process.

ITAR ONLY The business site where this position is located is an ITAR-compliant operation. Due to ITAR regulations, Ichor Systems is only able to employ US Persons. A US person is a lawful permanent resident (immigrant with “green card” permanent authorization to work document) or who is a protected person (a citizen, a national, a refugee, or a person granted asylum). Non-citizens with other visas are not eligible for hire at this location.