Senior Hardware Program Manager - Manufacturing and Quality

About The Role

We are seeking a Manufacturing and Quality Senior Hardware Program Manager at Taara with experience in leading Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality for volume production of Wireless Optical Communication (WOC) systems. These systems are used for delivering abundant and affordable internet. The role is a strategic, leadership-focused role responsible for overseeing the product build planning, production and shipment and ensuring the product meets the quality and performance specifications and standards by developing, implementing, and enforcing quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) protocols throughout the production process.

Strategy & Planning

Develop and execute long-term manufacturing strategies, including budget management, capacity planning, and capital expenditure proposals. Track and improve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), yield, and unit costs.

Quality Management

Create, review, and enforce testing procedures to inspect raw materials, in-process production, and finished goods, passing or rejecting products based on specifications. Evaluate and audit raw material suppliers to ensure components meet quality standards.

Data Analysis and Improvement

Drive disposition of non conforming material across manufacturing and supply chain. Monitor quality KPIs, identify trends, analyze root causes of defects, and implement corrective actions (RCCA/CAPA) to improve processes.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing and suppliers and lead investigations into quality issues, identifying root causes, and implementing sustainable corrective and preventative actions. Influence product design, manufacturability, testability, and supply chain responsiveness in pursuit of volume production readiness, low cost and flexibility while stewarding quality.

Product Compliance

Oversee Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Control Plans, and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).

Budgeting & Reporting

Establish quality budgets and cost commitments, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) like scrap rate, first-pass yield, and cost per unit.

Stakeholder Communication

Present program status, risks, and performance metrics to leadership and key customers.