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Quality Program Manager roles sit at the intersection of process engineering, cross-functional coordination, and regulatory compliance, all areas your DSO can tie directly to graduate programs in industrial engineering, operations management, or systems engineering. CPT authorization requires a formal curricular connection, so align your offer letter's listed responsibilities to your degree plan before your DSO signs off.
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Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and recycling — keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017, we're delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.
Operations Program Manager
We are seeking a highly technical Operations Program Manager to lead build readiness & internal ramp execution for hardware manufacturing. This role requires strong hands-on manufacturing engineering instincts, the ability to dive into process capability and equipment readiness, and real experience improving throughput, yield, and reliability at production facilities. You will manage builds from prototypes to mass production, working with cross-functional teams to ensure processes are capable and stable at scale.
Responsibilities will include:
- Drive cross-functional execution from NPI through mass production, aligning Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and external stakeholders to meet build and ramp targets
- Define ramp success criteria, build plans, and phase-gate reviews to enable smooth transition from proto → pilot → MP → scale
- Manage program schedules, risks, and dependencies; maintain clear dashboards and communication, escalating critical issues with data-driven options for resolution
- Own factory and supplier readiness for PCBA & box builds: lead technical reviews, capacity & CapEx planning, process qualification, line bring-up, and on-site build support
- Drive yield improvement and issue closure by partnering with internal teams and manufacturing sites to validate process, test coverage, and quality systems
- Lead root cause, containment, corrective action, and long-term process improvements
- Establish run-at-rate requirements and validate capacity at suppliers and internal sites
- Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions for cycle-time reduction, debottlenecking, and throughput increase
- Serve as the primary interface between internal product teams and external manufacturing partners to ensure aligned execution and accountability
- Support go-to-market operational readiness, ensuring supply availability, logistics, and sustaining plans are in place for launch and scale
Desired Qualifications:
- 5+ years in program management, CM operations, manufacturing & process engineering, supplier industrialization, or technical operations in high-volume hardware
- Demonstrated success improving yield, throughput, cycle time, and OEE in production
- Hands-on experience with PPAP/APQP, DOE, SPC, PFMEA, GR&R, control plans
- Strong data analysis skills: Excel/Sheets; SQL, JMP, Minitab or Python beneficial
- Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings
- Experience in automotive or power electronics manufacturing
- Experience scaling hardware production from lab/pilot → volume manufacturing
In accordance with California pay transparency laws, the salary range for this position is listed below. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and skills.
California Pay Range: $122,000—$162,000 USD
The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
We collect personal information (PI) from you in connection with your application for employment with Redwood Materials, including the following categories of PI: identifiers, personal records, professional or employment information, and inferences drawn from your PI. We collect your PI for our purposes, including performing services and operations related to your potential employment. If you have additional privacy-related questions, please contact us at privacy@redwoodmaterials.com.
About Redwood Materials
Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and recycling — keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017, we're delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.
Operations Program Manager
We are seeking a highly technical Operations Program Manager to lead build readiness & internal ramp execution for hardware manufacturing. This role requires strong hands-on manufacturing engineering instincts, the ability to dive into process capability and equipment readiness, and real experience improving throughput, yield, and reliability at production facilities. You will manage builds from prototypes to mass production, working with cross-functional teams to ensure processes are capable and stable at scale.
Responsibilities will include:
- Drive cross-functional execution from NPI through mass production, aligning Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and external stakeholders to meet build and ramp targets
- Define ramp success criteria, build plans, and phase-gate reviews to enable smooth transition from proto → pilot → MP → scale
- Manage program schedules, risks, and dependencies; maintain clear dashboards and communication, escalating critical issues with data-driven options for resolution
- Own factory and supplier readiness for PCBA & box builds: lead technical reviews, capacity & CapEx planning, process qualification, line bring-up, and on-site build support
- Drive yield improvement and issue closure by partnering with internal teams and manufacturing sites to validate process, test coverage, and quality systems
- Lead root cause, containment, corrective action, and long-term process improvements
- Establish run-at-rate requirements and validate capacity at suppliers and internal sites
- Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions for cycle-time reduction, debottlenecking, and throughput increase
- Serve as the primary interface between internal product teams and external manufacturing partners to ensure aligned execution and accountability
- Support go-to-market operational readiness, ensuring supply availability, logistics, and sustaining plans are in place for launch and scale
Desired Qualifications:
- 5+ years in program management, CM operations, manufacturing & process engineering, supplier industrialization, or technical operations in high-volume hardware
- Demonstrated success improving yield, throughput, cycle time, and OEE in production
- Hands-on experience with PPAP/APQP, DOE, SPC, PFMEA, GR&R, control plans
- Strong data analysis skills: Excel/Sheets; SQL, JMP, Minitab or Python beneficial
- Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings
- Experience in automotive or power electronics manufacturing
- Experience scaling hardware production from lab/pilot → volume manufacturing
In accordance with California pay transparency laws, the salary range for this position is listed below. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and skills.
California Pay Range: $122,000—$162,000 USD
The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
We collect personal information (PI) from you in connection with your application for employment with Redwood Materials, including the following categories of PI: identifiers, personal records, professional or employment information, and inferences drawn from your PI. We collect your PI for our purposes, including performing services and operations related to your potential employment. If you have additional privacy-related questions, please contact us at privacy@redwoodmaterials.com.
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Get Access To All JobsQuality Program Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Quality Program Manager role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your school's curriculum includes coursework in operations management, industrial engineering, quality systems, or a related field that the role directly applies. Your DSO will look for a documented curricular connection between the position's responsibilities, such as leading audits, managing corrective action processes, or overseeing ISO compliance, and your degree program's learning objectives.
What documents does my DSO typically need to authorize CPT for this role?
Most DSOs require a formal offer letter on company letterhead that specifies your start and end dates, job title, work location, and weekly hours. For Quality Program Manager roles, the letter should describe substantive duties like process improvement oversight or quality management system administration, not just a generic description. Some schools also require a faculty sponsor statement or a co-op agreement form signed by both you and the employer.
Does full-time CPT use affect my OPT eligibility?
Twelve months or more of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, including the STEM OPT extension. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, does not count against OPT regardless of duration. If you're planning a longer-term Quality Program Manager placement, confirm with your DSO whether the engagement is classified as full-time or part-time before you accept.
How do I find Quality Program Manager roles where employers understand CPT?
Migrate Mate surfaces Quality Program Manager positions at employers with verified DOL filing history, which signals experience with work authorization requirements. Targeting employers who've sponsored work visas before reduces the risk of a rescinded offer once HR realizes CPT requires DSO authorization and a specific I-20 endorsement, a process some employers haven't encountered.
Can I do CPT for a remote Quality Program Manager role?
CPT is generally permitted for remote positions, but your school's policy governs whether remote work qualifies as an integral part of your curriculum. Some DSOs require the employer's physical location to be listed on the I-20 even for remote roles, and a few schools restrict CPT to positions within a commutable distance. Confirm your school's remote CPT policy with your DSO before accepting an offer structured as fully remote.
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