Operations Program Manager

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Mountain View, CAFull-Time

What you'll do: Bring up Lidar assembly line from RFQ phase to mass production.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, quality, operations, and supply chain to define project scopes and objectives.

Define and manage manufacturing project schedule from NPI through mass production ramp.

Ensure resources requirements are defined and resources assigned to ensure project success.

Analyze CM bring up schedules to identify critical path, identify disconnects or gaps in execution, and drive closure plans to ensure execution to milestones.

Collaborate with product engineering, test engineering and technology partners in achieving deliverables required by operations.

Manage operations functional teams closure on Product Lifecycle (PLC) deliverables.

Function as key liaison to contract manufacturer.

Communicate program changes to contract manufacturers.

Prepare roadmap and capacity plans for product ramp and next-gen NPI.

What you have: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Optical engineering, or related field) or equivalent practical experience.

Prior experience with Jira and Confluence.

Experience with project scheduling tools such as MS Project or equivalent.

5 years Automotive project management experience.

Experience with Engineering Change Orders and Product LifeCycle management.

Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in manufacturing / technical operations in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

Nice to have: Prior experience with LiDAR systems

TeamCenter experience

What's in it for you: Be part of a fast paced and dynamic team

Very competitive compensation and meaningful equity

Exceptional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and more

Unlimited PTO: We care about results, not punching timecard

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Optical engineering, or related field) or equivalent practical experience.

Prior experience with Jira and Confluence.

Experience with project scheduling tools such as MS Project or equivalent.

5 years Automotive project management experience.

Experience with Engineering Change Orders and Product LifeCycle management.

Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in manufacturing / technical operations in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

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