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Production Manager- Advanced Cryogenic Systems Manufacturing
formfactor· FormFactor, Inc.
About this role
Forming Our Future together
FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.
Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.
Shift:
The regular hours for this position are day shift.Job Description:
The Production Manager – Advanced Cryogenic Systems Manufacturing is responsible for leading daily manufacturing operations for highly engineered cryogenic and precision electromechanical systems.
This role owns day-to-day manufacturing execution, workforce capability, operational discipline, and performance outcomes in a technical production environment.
This leader directly manages manufacturing employees and partners cross-functionally to ensure safe, high-quality, and on-time production. This role does not manage supervisors.
Key Responsibilities:
Manufacturing Operations Leadership
Lead daily production operations for advanced cryogenic and precision electromechanical systems.
Own performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and labor effectiveness.
Set production priorities, manage resource needs, and drive escalation and recovery actions.
Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, safety requirements, and operational procedures.
Maintain production discipline through clear expectations, standard work, and effective handoffs.
Cross-Functional and Systems Leadership
Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, Facilities, and other stakeholders to support production goals.
Support manufacturing readiness, product transitions, and build execution for complex technical products.
Use production data and performance metrics to identify risks, remove barriers, and improve execution.
Support adoption of manufacturing systems, tools, and standard work practices.
Communicate production status, risks, and recovery plans to leadership and cross-functional partners.
People Leadership & Organizational Capability
Lead, coach, and develop manufacturing employees in a technical production environment.
Establish clear expectations for safety, quality, workmanship, documentation, teamwork, and schedule execution.
Support onboarding, training, cross-training, and skills development to build workforce capability.
Promote an inclusive, accountable, and safety-focused work environment.
Partner with Human Resources on staffing, employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning.
Continuous Improvement & Performance Optimization
Drive improvements in throughput, cycle time, first-pass quality, rework reduction, and productivity.
Use structured problem solving and root cause analysis to address recurring operational issues.
Improve workflow efficiency, production readiness, and operational discipline.
Promote a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and customer-focused execution.
Preferred Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience leading manufacturing teams in a production or technical operations environment.
Experience managing production schedules, workforce resources, operational priorities, and performance metrics.
Experience partnering with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, and other functions to resolve production constraints.
Experience in semiconductor equipment, cryogenic systems, precision instrumentation, aerospace, medical device, advanced electronics, industrial automation, or related industries.
Experience with lean manufacturing, new product introduction, manufacturing readiness, or process improvement initiatives.
Working Conditions / Additional Information:
Work is performed in a manufacturing and technical production environment.
Position requires time on the production floor and interaction with engineering, quality, and testing organizations.
May require support for urgent production priorities, issue escalation, and changing customer or business needs.
Must follow applicable safety, quality, documentation, and operational requirements.
Skills:
Change Management, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Cryogenic Systems, Electromechanical Assembly, Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Problem Solving, Production Planning, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Team Leadership, Workforce DevelopmentEducation & Experience:
Minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years experience; or equivalent experience | RequiredPay Range:
$109,300.00 - $143,430.00Pay Range Explained:
This role in Boulder, Colorado pays between $109,300.00 and $143,430.00 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.
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Production Manager- Advanced Cryogenic Systems Manufacturing
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