Plant Manager - Knowles Precision Devices : Job Details

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Compensation: $180,000 - $235,000 / year

Department: Manufacturing Indirect

Location: Valencia, California

The Plant Manager will lead our multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufacturing operations in Valencia, CA. This on-site leadership role is responsible for ensuring the plant consistently meets tactical performance goals in quality, delivery, and cost, while also driving strategic initiatives to elevate operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will play a key role in transforming our U.S. MLCC facility, guiding it toward the next level of manufacturing excellence.

• Build and empower a high-performing team by attracting exceptional talent, supporting professional growth, and fostering a values-driven environment grounded in accountability, ownership, and a commitment to delivering results
• Foster a culture of ongoing improvement by encouraging innovation and anticipating challenges with proactive, solution-oriented thinking
• Lead facility operations to consistently achieve or surpass annual goals in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Yield, and Cost performance
• Partner with R&D teams to ensure smooth and efficient transitions from product design to full-scale manufacturing
• Leverage lean methodologies to implement improvements in factory efficiency and productivity including delivery, quality, and yields.
• Monitor and interpret operational data to identify performance patterns, generate actionable insights, and ensure continuous progress by addressing gaps and reinforcing improvement efforts.
• Enhance forecasting accuracy, optimize bill of materials and ERP planning processes, and manage working capital effectively to boost inventory turnover and ensure spending aligns with lean operational principles
• Work cross-functionally to convert strategic direction into actionable initiatives that support business growth, synchronize factory operations with market demands, and advance organizational goals
• Utilize organizational best practices and innovative approaches to accelerate operational excellence and drive continuous performance improvement.

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a technical or engineering discipline
• Minimum of 8 years of proven experience in Manufacturing / Operations leadership, with a strong track record of performance
• Proven experience in driving operational excellence and cultivating a high-performance culture within manufacturing environments
• Successful leadership in plant-wide continuous improvement initiatives and operational strategy development
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and engage with senior leadership and teams
• Leadership and team development expertise, guiding factory teams through transformational change
• Experience in capacitor, semiconductor, or passive component manufacturing preferred
• Six Sigma certification preferred
• Experience in a lean manufacturing environment preferred
• Proficiency in English and Spanish required for effective communication across diverse teams

What's in it for you on Day 1:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Prescription drug plans
• Basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral program
• Flex PTO and paid sick leave
• Paid holidays

Exciting onsite perks include free coffee at our cafeteria and employee appreciation events. Knowles is committed to providing a competitive total compensation package, with a starting pay targeted between $185,000 and $235,000 per year. Compensation is based on experience, skills, and other factors. We value diversity and equal opportunity in our hiring process.