About this opportunity
APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC lists this Senior Production Line Manager opportunity in sugar land, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
AOI is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including hiring, placement, promotion, training, transfer and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, veteran status, age, disability, marital status, or any other category protected by State or U.S. Federal law. Moreover, we endeavor to treat our employees fairly.
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Sr Production Line Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations and drive production line efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience from a high-volume manufacturing environment to ensure smooth workflows, minimize downtime, and guide teams of engineers, technicians, and operators. A deep, practical understanding of automated machinery, quality control standards, and production scaling is essential. You will collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to meet output goals while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and rigorous standards.
Job Responsibilities
Manage and allocate production line manpower efficiently to meet daily manufacturing targets.
Collaborate with cross-functional departments to track work orders and proactively resolve any issues related to new or existing work orders.
Lead, manage, and mentor the engineering team, ensuring they receive proper training, support, and guidance.
Support and maintain daily production operations.
Other duties as needed or required.
Up to 5 - 15% international travel is expected for this position.
Supervisory Responsibilities
The qualified candidate will assist the production line manager to supervise all operators, technicians, and supervisors. This role will be directly responsible for organizing employee schedules, approving time sheets, and approving Paid Time Off requests from subordinates.
Qualifications
Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
Proven background and working experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills to manage multiple/concurrent projects and production goals.
MES/ERP system Experience.
Six Sigma Management and CAD design certifications a plus
Skills and Competencies
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong Microsoft Office Skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
Continually walking, lifting, carrying, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching.
Must be willing and able to work in a cleanroom environment around equipment and maintain protocol and dress-code, including a full-body gown and face mask, no perfume, and no make-up.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift 50 lbs. of weight continuously.
Personal Characteristics
Detail oriented.
Adaptable to the change.
Be a good team player.
Committed to quality and safety.
Location
This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.
Benefits
In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers
Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs
Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year
Relocation package available within US
Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)
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Worksite address
sugar land, TX, 77479, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.