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Director of Operations
Solideon
Operations
Berkeley, CA, USA
Posted on Feb 15, 2025
Location: Berkeley, California (On-Site)
Company Overview:
Solideon is a leader in advanced manufacturing, leveraging robotics and proprietary technology to build autonomous micro-factories capable of producing, assembling, and inspecting entire structures without human intervention. We aim to push the boundaries of manufacturing to shape a future where technology and humanity intersect.
Position Overview:
Solideon is a two-year-old company shifting from an R&D mindset toward production. The Director of Operations will report to the CEO and be a key member in developing scalable habits for a software-driven manufacturing solution. This role is for someone who loves to work hard, believes nothing is impossible, and is willing to roll up their sleeves and get dirty.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the efforts to ensure Solideon’s 20,000 sq. ft. factory in Berkeley, CA, is running smoothly
- Assist with the implementation of ISO9001, AS9100D, and other manufacturing and operational standards
- Build out the processes that enable the successful completion and delivery of customer parts
- Develop an operation plan for forward-deployed manufacturing cells
- Help facilitate future Department of Defense contract opportunities
- Work closely with the R&D and Manufacturing teams to develop processes to reduce operational efficiencies to transition from an R&D mindset toward production
- Manage vendors, suppliers, partners, as well as internal and external stakeholders
- Audit and implement steps to improve operational procedure
- Leadership and organization for special projects
- Lead the operations and engineering team to ensure customer satisfaction is high
Qualifications:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in mechanical engineering, supply chain management, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in an advanced manufacturing environment.
- 3+ years of experience at a high-growth, venture-backed hardware company
- May require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level.
Preferred Skills:
- Ability to communicate in Spanish, in addition to English
- Greenbelt or higher in Six Sigma
- Capable use of general and power tools
- Basic carpentry, welding, or metal fabrication skills
Why Solideon?
Join a dynamic, forward-thinking startup at the cutting edge of advanced manufacturing.
Contribute to innovative projects that aim to reshape the future of production.
California-Specific Employment Information:
Per California labor laws:
- Compensation will be based on experience and will comply with California’s minimum wage requirements.
- Solideon offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and more options.
- This position complies with California’s mandated break and rest period laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
- Solideon values diversity and inclusivity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status.
- U.S. Person status is required as this position may involve work related to the Department of Defense.
- We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.