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Janicki Industries, Inc.

$275K - $325K/yr

Across every role,from engineers and technicians to operations and support teams,ourpeoplehelp ... Direct the design, programming, and maintenance of PLC-based machine control systems, SCADA ...

Promachbuilt

Director of Operations

Monroe, WI · On-site

... Director of Operations. In this role, you'll be involved in both strategic planning and day-to-day ... Automation industry experience preferred. What's in it for you? There's no monopoly on innovative ...

Self Bill Pro

Director of Operations

Clermont, FL · On-site +1

$140K - $180K/yr

The Director of Operations partners closely with executive leadership to translate strategic ... Partner with the Manager of Implementation to set priorities for process design, automation, and ...

Signal of Memphis

Director of Operations

Memphis, TN · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Director of Operations Reports To: Franchise Owners, Regional Executive Director of Operations Pay rate: $70,000-75,000/yearly Location: Signal of Memphis [This role may involve supporting operations ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of automation operations in the United States is $107,680.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $135,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Director of Automation Engineering- Optical Electronic Manufacturing

Allentown, PA • On-site

Nokia
Media and Telecom • 10K+ employees
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$152K - $282K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

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7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


In this role, you will guide a dynamic team of engineering professionals focused on revolutionizing automation in fiberoptic transceiver manufacturing. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. The environment is fast-paced yet collaborative, encouraging open communication and shared problem-solving. You will have access to cutting-edge technologies and receive support in your professional development, allowing you to influence the future of microelectronics manufacturing. Benefits include competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for career advancement, along with a commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute the long-term automation strategy for fiberoptic transceiver manufacturing, aligning with company goals.
  • Build and guide a high-performing multidisciplinary automation engineering team focused on robotics and automated systems.
  • Design and implement automated solutions for assembly, packaging, bonding, and testing of microelectronic components.
  • Transition manual processes to fully automated production lines, ensuring efficiency and quality targets are met.
  • Oversee the integration of automation systems with manufacturing execution systems and quality control processes.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and manufacturing yield.
  • Collaborate with R&D to ensure product designs support automation and manufacturability.
  • Communicate automation strategies and progress to executive guide and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications
Must-Have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation Engineering, or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in automated microelectronics or opto-electronics manufacturing.
  • Proven track record of designing and deploying high-precision automated assembly and test systems.
  • Experience guide engineering teams and scaling automation capabilities in a production environment.
  • Deep knowledge of robotics, motion control, machine vision, PLCs, and clean manufacturing processes.

Nice-To-Have:
  • Master's degree or PhD in a relevant engineering discipline.
  • Experience with fiber optic components, photonics packaging, or optical alignment automation.
  • Background in high-volume, high-mix manufacturing environments.
  • Familiarity with MES integration, Industry 4.0 technologies, and advanced analytics.

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