Director of Operations

Director of Operations

Milpitas, CA (Onsite)

A rapidly growing global technology and manufacturing organization is seeking a Director of Operations to lead a critical Silicon Valley operation. This is a highly visible leadership role reporting directly to the President and will be responsible for driving operational excellence, strengthening organizational alignment, developing leaders, and helping guide the company through an exciting period of growth fueled by demand in the semiconductor, electronics, and AI markets.

This is more than a traditional operations role. We are looking for a proven site leader who can unite teams, lead change, create accountability, and build a culture of collaboration across manufacturing, quality, warehouse, logistics, and process improvement functions.

Please send resumes to: kathie.calderara@LHH.com

What You'll Do

• Provide overall operational leadership for a large manufacturing facility.
• Lead and develop a team of managers across multiple operational functions.
• Drive process improvement, efficiency, quality, and operational performance.
• Partner closely with executive leadership on site strategy and business objectives.
• Break down organizational silos and foster cross-functional collaboration.
• Lead change management initiatives and help drive company growth.
• Build strong communication channels and ensure alignment throughout the organization.
• Create and improve SOPs, operational metrics, executive reporting, and business reviews.
• Coach, mentor, and develop leaders while holding teams accountable for results.
• Champion employee engagement, safety awareness, and a high-performance culture.

Must-Have Qualifications

✅ 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within:

• Semiconductor
• Semiconductor testing
• Electronics manufacturing
• High-tech manufacturing environments

✅ Experience leading managers and multiple operational functions.

✅ Proven success overseeing:

• Manufacturing
• Quality
• Process Improvement
• Logistics
• Warehouse Operations

✅ Strong change management and organizational transformation experience.

✅ Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity, build alignment, and bring teams together around a shared vision.

✅ Experience managing employee performance, coaching leaders, making difficult personnel decisions, and driving accountability.

✅ Strong executive communication skills, including creating:

• SOPs
• Executive summaries
• Presentations
• Operational reports

✅ Advanced Microsoft Office and Excel skills.

✅ Bachelor's Degree required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Engineering leadership experience
• EHS / Safety experience
• Experience with capital equipment manufacturing
• Experience supporting large-scale, complex technical products
• Exposure to AI, semiconductor, or advanced technology sectors

What We're Looking For...

The ideal candidate is a trusted and respected leader who can hit the ground running. They have a track record of leading managers, driving operational excellence, building high-performing teams, and partnering with executive leadership. This person is collaborative, strategic, hands-on when needed, and comfortable leading through change while maintaining focus on culture, accountability, and business results.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary up to $250,000
• Guaranteed annual bonus (paid semi-annually)
• 401(k) with company match
• Multiple medical plan options
• Education reimbursement and professional development support
• Career growth opportunities within a growing global organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $200,000.00 to $250,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Kathleen Calderara

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.