Manufacturing Operations Manager, Day Shift (Shift 5) – New Mexico
Intel · New Mexico
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Production
- Base pay
- $76k–$146k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Today
The role in 30 seconds
A management production role at Intel (industrial) in New Mexico. In this role, you will lead a dedicated team of technicians responsible for driving efficient manufacturing operations, equipment maintenance, and process optimization.
- They ask for
- 1+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Casting
- Base pay
- $76k–$146k
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026
Production Engineer roles in the US: typical posted base $118k–$161k. This one lists $76k–$146k.
Median of the low and high ends of 279 live postings that list pay, out of 924 production engineer openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 923 other live production postings in the US.
- Base pay
- About 15% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (1+ vs 7+)
Typical $109k–$154k, from 235 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 7+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 44%
- Lean 40%
- EHS / safety 26%
- Root cause 25%
- New product launch 21%
- Six Sigma 21%
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Stands out: this posting asks for Casting, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Key Responsibilities
- ◆Shift Team Leadership: Manage and lead a shift team of technicians, overseeing manufacturing operations, equipment maintenance, and repair activities.
- ◆Shift Logistics & Scheduling: Own and coordinate shift schedules, including daily workstation assignments, shift rotations, employee training, scheduled leave, breaks, and backup coverage.
- ◆First-Responder Ownership: Assume direct ownership and act as the first responder to on-shift technical, equipment, and staffing issues within the assigned area.
- ◆Workflow Optimization: Monitor and improve material workflow through the factory by coordinating directly with upstream and downstream operations.
- ◆Process Improvement: Lead process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance factory efficiency, tool performance, and productivity.
- ◆Compliance & Conflict Resolution: Promote and ensure strict compliance with factory safety, quality, and operational standards while facilitating conflict resolution among staff and stakeholders.
- ◆Training & Certification Plans: Develop structured technical training plans for team members and monitor certification levels to meet production ramp requirements.
- ◆Coaching & Accountability: Inspire and cultivate a high-performing, inclusive shift culture through clear goal-setting, coaching, and accountability.
qualifications
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requirements
and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. This Position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor's degree in STEM, Business Management, Operations Management, or a related field and 1+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing within the semiconductor industry.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓1+ years of previous leadership experience in semiconductor manufacturing or high-volume production environments.
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Job Description
At Intel, we create world-changing technology that improves the life of every person on the planet. You will join Intel Foundry, a global leader in advanced semiconductor manufacturing. This group focuses on developing state-of-the-art manufacturing processes to deliver cutting-edge technologies that power industries worldwide. As part of this team, you will help optimize operations and drive strategies that support Intel's mission to create world-changing technology.
We are seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager, Day Shift (Shift 5) – New Mexico to lead our Shift 5 day operations team in Hillsboro, Oregon. In this role, you will lead a dedicated team of technicians responsible for driving efficient manufacturing operations, equipment maintenance, and process optimization. You will assume direct ownership as the first responder for on-shift challenges, optimize the flow of wafers through the factory, and foster an inclusive, high-performing environment. This role offers an exceptional entry-level leadership career path within our high-volume Intel Foundry operations.
Shift Information
Shift 5: (days frontend) AM-PM Sun-Tues and alternating Wednesday days
As a Successful Candidate, You Will Bring
- •Dynamic Leadership & Coaching: Strong passion for building, coaching, and developing technical teams, with a focus on fostering inclusion and innovation.
- •Exceptional Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Clear, direct, and diplomatic communication style to resolve conflicts and coordinate with engineering teams.
- •Analytical Problem Solving: Quick, data-driven decision-making style to address on-shift challenges and optimize factory workflows.
- •Strong Organizational Skills: Detail-oriented approach to managing complex shift logistics, training matrixes, and rotating schedules.
Apply today to join Intel's Foundry operations team in Hillsboro, Oregon. Take command of critical shift operations, develop the next generation of technical talent, and build a rewarding leadership career.
Shift
Shift 5 (United States of America)
Primary Location
US, New Mexico, Albuquerque
Posting Statement
Position of Trust
N/A
Benefits
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
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