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Ichor Systems

Manufacturing Manager

Fremont, CA

$116K - $197K/yr

Experience in semiconductor, capital equipment, precision machining, contract manufacturing, or ... Change Management * Cross-Functional Collaboration For candidates in CA: The pay range for this ...

PrideStaff

Manufacturing Manager

Woodland, CA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

M - F Business Hours Full Time, Direct Hire Great Benefits Including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, & More.. Manufacturing Manager PrideStaff is working with a local solar company who is seeking a ...

KLA Corporation

Manufacturing Manager

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$120K - $205K/yr

Experience managing global manufacturing operations, including offshore suppliers or contract manufacturers. Leadership & Functional Skills: * Proven track record to lead, coach, and develop ...

KLA Corporation

Manufacturing Manager

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$120K - $205K/yr

Experience managing global manufacturing operations, including offshore suppliers or contract manufacturers. Leadership & Functional Skills: * Proven track record to lead, coach, and develop ...

OLLY

Director of Contract Manufacturing

DIRECTOR OF CONTRACT MANUFACTURING Our Director of Contract Manufacturing is a pro at building ... Remote, USA - 4X travel per year to company offsites HOURS: Full time, exempt (salary) MANAGER:

Hain Celestial

Director, Contract Manufacturing

Lead the management and governance of third-party manufacturing partners across relevant product ... Partner with Procurement on supplier selection, contract negotiations, commercial terms, pricing ...

OLLY

Director of Contract Manufacturing

DIRECTOR OF CONTRACT MANUFACTURING Our Director of Contract Manufacturing is a pro at building ... Remote, USA - 4X travel per year to company offsites HOURS: Full time, exempt (salary) MANAGER:

KLA Corporation

Manufacturing Manager

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$120K - $205K/yr

Experience managing global manufacturing operations, including offshore suppliers or contract manufacturers. Leadership & Functional Skills: * Proven track record to lead, coach, and develop ...

KLA Corporation

Manufacturing Manager

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$120K - $205K/yr

Experience managing global manufacturing operations, including offshore suppliers or contract manufacturers. Leadership & Functional Skills: * Proven track record to lead, coach, and develop ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time contract manufacturing manager in the United States is $99,198.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,500.00 and $118,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Contract Manufacturing Manager vs Contract Manufacturing Specialist?

AspectFull Time Contract Manufacturing ManagerContract Manufacturing Specialist
CredentialsBachelor's degree in manufacturing, engineering, or related field; relevant certificationsSimilar credentials, often with specialized training in manufacturing processes
Work EnvironmentOversees manufacturing operations, manages teams, and coordinates with clientsSupports manufacturing activities, assists in process optimization, and quality control
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing companies, OEMs, and contract manufacturersContract manufacturing firms, suppliers, and production facilities
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing managerial roles in manufacturingIndividuals seeking operational or technical roles in manufacturing

The main difference is that a Full Time Contract Manufacturing Manager holds a managerial position responsible for overseeing entire manufacturing processes, while a Contract Manufacturing Specialist focuses on supporting specific operational tasks. Both roles require relevant credentials and are common in manufacturing industries, but they differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Contract Manufacturing Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,198 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Manufacturing Manager

Ichor Systems

Fremont, CA

$116K - $197K/yr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Ichor Systems rating

9.4

Company rating: 9.4 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 495 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Ichor Systems is seeking an experienced and results-driven Manufacturing Manager to lead day-to-day production operations at our Fremont facility. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacture of high-quality products while meeting customer delivery requirements and business objectives.  This role is 100% on-site.

The Manufacturing Manager will lead production teams, drive operational excellence initiatives, optimize resources, and partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Supply Chain, and Customer Program Management to achieve production goals and continuous improvement targets.

Ichor is an experienced leader in the critical subsystems and turnkey process equipment marketplace.  Our capabilities enable the design and creation of a complete outsourced solution ranging from product concept to turnkey manufacturing to legacy service.

Ichor offers world-class process engineering, value added manufacturing, materials management and testing capabilities. Our 1500+ employees are strategically located to provide our customers with the highest level of customer service and support from our program management, sales, engineering, and executive management teams.

Our continued expansion of capabilities in South East Asia better aligns our production facilities with our customers' supply chain strategies. This further enables our expansion into new products and markets.

Ichor is headquartered in Fremont, California with manufacturing locations in Oregon, Texas, Singapore, Malaysia and the UK.  Our sales and engineering office is strategically located in Silicon Valley, California.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
  • 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, with at least 3 years in a management role.
  • Experience in semiconductor, capital equipment, precision machining, contract manufacturing, or related industries preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, production planning, quality systems, and supply chain processes.
  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.


    Preferred Qualifications

  • Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.
  • Experience working in ERP (specifically MRP) & PLM systems; Oracle, SAP and Agile preferred.
  • Experience in ISO-regulated manufacturing environments.

  • Knowledge of semiconductor equipment manufacturing and complex assembly operations.


    Key Competencies

  • Leadership and Team Development
  • Operational Excellence
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Customer Focus
  • Decision Making
  • Change Management

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

For candidates in CA: The pay range for this position is $116,300 - $197,700, exempt, per year.

Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure, and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific range for your location during the hiring process.

  • Manage daily manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives are achieved.
  • Lead and develop supervisors and production personnel in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
  • Monitor production schedules and capacity plans to ensure on-time delivery of customer orders.
  • Partner with Planning, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve production issues and improve operational performance.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other operational excellence methodologies.
  • Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput.
  • Ensure compliance with all company policies, safety regulations, and quality standards.
  • Manage labor planning, staffing levels, training, performance management, and employee development activities.
  • Support new product introductions and production ramp activities.
  • Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve productivity, and optimize manufacturing processes.
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts related to quality and operational challenges.
  • Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

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