Director of Operations - IT Infrastructure & Server Rack Manufacturing

About the role

The Director of Operations is responsible for leading and optimizing all operational functions within a fast-paced IT infrastructure and server rack manufacturing environment. This role drives operational excellence by improving processes, enhancing cross-functional collaboration, ensuring on-time order fulfillment, and maintaining compliance with quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve operational workflows to eliminate bottlenecks, increase efficiency, and reduce operating costs
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing and best practices
• Cultivate a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Partner with supply chain, purchasing, production, and planning teams to ensure timely material availability and production schedules
• Oversee material planning, inventory optimization, shortage tracking, and demand forecasting
• Ensure customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on schedule while maintaining inventory targets
• Investigate operational issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions
• Lead cross-functional initiatives that improve operational performance, quality, customer satisfaction, and profitability

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive operations management experience, including leadership within a manufacturing environment
• Experience in IT infrastructure, electronics manufacturing, server rack manufacturing, or related industries is highly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency with ERP systems
• Experience with production planning, inventory management, and supply chain operations
• Strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies

About AMAX

Established in 1979, AMAX is a globally recognized leader in GPU-accelerated IT infrastructure, specializing in transforming standard IT systems into advanced, high-performance computing solutions. Catering to industries such as AI, cloud computing, autonomous vehicles, and high-performance computing, AMAX has set benchmarks in innovation, including pioneering liquid-cooled HPC systems for the semiconductor industry. With a global footprint spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, AMAX offers end-to-end services from design and manufacturing to deployment. Committed to addressing the growing demands of AI, AMAX delivers advanced solutions that help organizations achieve their technology goals and drive progress on a global scale.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Commuter benefits
• Disability insurance

Location

AMAX is located right between I-680 and I-880. Warm Springs/South Fremont BART station and bus stops are within a 10-minute walking distance. 5 grocery stores, 6+ coffee/tea places, and numerous restaurants are within 1 mile. Feel free to try the delicious fusions or grab your daily groceries after work!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We welcome all applicants and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, race, gender, or other legally protected characteristics.