Manufacturing & Quality Manager
This role owns the quality and operational excellence of AI infrastructure manufacturing from raw material intake through final shipment. Managers in this position lead cross-functional teams spanning receiving inspection, production quality, and compliance, ensuring that modular data centers, power systems, and other mission-critical hardware consistently meet rigorous internal standards and regulatory requirements like ISO 9001 and UL certifications. They balance strategic quality systems design with hands-on oversight of inspection teams and technicians, driving continuous improvement through robust CAPA processes, calibration programs, and root cause analysis while partnering with engineering and supply chain to resolve design-to-build conflicts at scale.
Skills
What companies are looking for in this role.
Developing and implementing quality management systems compliant with industry standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 45001, and AS9100
Leading internal audit programs and managing corrective and preventive action processes to resolve quality issues
Managing production operations and manufacturing execution to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets
Implementing Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize production efficiency
Supervising and developing manufacturing teams including operators, technicians, and production leads
Conducting root cause analysis and implementing sustainable corrective actions to prevent recurrence of issues
Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators and operational metrics across manufacturing environments
Managing supplier quality assessments, vendor audits, and performance monitoring across the supply chain
Designing and implementing production schedules and resource plans aligned with business objectives
Establishing quality standards, acceptance criteria, and inspection plans aligned with engineering specifications
Coordinating cross-functional teams including engineering, supply chain, operations, and quality functions
Conducting new product introduction activities and managing design for manufacturability initiatives
Reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and engineering specifications to ensure product compliance
Performing electrical inspections, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems and control equipment
Operating computerized numerical control machines and performing machine setup, programming, and maintenance
Establishing document control systems and maintaining audit-ready documentation aligned with compliance requirements
Implementing and managing digital quality management system workflows and automated audit processes
Scaling quality systems and infrastructure across rapidly expanding manufacturing operations and data centers
Developing data-driven quality strategies using advanced analytics and performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities
Building quality governance models and establishing escalation paths for risk reduction and continuous improvement
Managing first pass yield improvements and yield bridge initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency
Leading field operations and coordination of installation, startup, and commissioning of deployed equipment
Conducting facility readiness assessments and factory acceptance testing before production scale-up
Mentoring and coaching team members to build technical capability and drive accountability
Communicating effectively across technical and non-technical stakeholders at multiple organizational levels
Building and scaling high-performing teams in fast-paced, complex manufacturing environments
Driving change management and implementing process improvements through cross-functional collaboration
Managing conflict resolution and escalating issues through appropriate channels while maintaining team morale
Providing hands-on leadership and working directly on the production floor to solve problems in real time
Facilitating root cause analysis workshops and engaging teams in problem-solving initiatives
Enforcing safety compliance and maintaining a culture of safety awareness and accountability
Technology
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