Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs in California
Manufacturing Operations Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in aerospace and defense, food and beverage processing, semiconductors, and medical devices, with demand at every level from junior plant supervisor through senior director of operations. The highest volume of openings is in Los Angeles, San Jose, and San Diego, where companies like Northrop Grumman, Abbott, and Dole Food Company maintain large manufacturing footprints. Lean manufacturing, supply chain optimization, and EHS compliance are the specialties California employers prioritize most consistently. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 7 years of experience in semiconductor IP licensing, Electronic Design Automation (EDA) commercial management, sourcing, or technical procurement within the semiconductor industry.
- Experience structuring, negotiating, and managing commercial agreements, including Master License Agreements (MLAs), IP core licenses, EDA software subscriptions, and Statements of Work (SOWs).
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering, legal, and finance teams, managing vendor relationships and budgets.
Preferred qualifications:
- MBA, JD, or Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering.
- Experience analyzing license telemetry and utilization data to drive capacity forecasting, cost optimization, and license compliance/audit readiness.
- Direct experience managing commercial relationships and multi-year negotiations with tier-1 EDA vendors (e.g., Synopsys, Cadence) and semiconductor IP suppliers (e.g., Arm, foundation/interface IP providers).
- Familiarity with modern EDA licensing models (floating token pools, remix/all-you-can-eat models, cloud-burst/metered licensing) and IP commercial structures (single-use vs. multi-use licenses, NREs, support fees, royalty structures).
- Working knowledge of the end-to-end ASIC/SoC design lifecycle and how tool/IP dependencies align with tapeout milestones.
About the job
Commodity Managers work with Engineering teams to make sure Google has the supplies and equipment to put into production the innovative products coming from our Engineering teams. As a Commodity Manager, you use your wide industry knowledge and strategic supplier relationships to optimize our total cost of ownership for our global - and growing - infrastructure. The scale at which Google operates means that savings on just one piece of hardware can have a huge impact on Google's bottom line.
In this role, you will be at the intersection of Silicon Engineering, CAD/Infrastructure, Finance, and Legal to drive the commercial strategy, sourcing, and lifecycle governance of Google's Intellectual Property (IP) and Electronic Design Automation (EDA) portfolio. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will structure and negotiate high-impact commercial agreements, forecast and optimize license token capacity across global chip programs, and manage strategic supplier relationships. Your work ensures our silicon engineering teams have frictionless access to the exceptional tools and IP required to deliver custom silicon on schedule and at scale.
Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.US: $159000 - $230000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end commercial negotiations for third-party semiconductor IP cores (foundation, interface, processor), EDA software licenses, verification IP (VIP), and emulation/prototyping solutions—from RFP/RFQ and commercial modeling through redlining and execution.
- Partner with Silicon Engineering leads, CAD/Infrastructure teams, and TPMs to translate chip roadmaps and project ramp schedules into EDA token and IP entitlement forecasts. Analyze utilization telemetry to optimize pool sizing, remix flexibility, and cloud-burst economics. Manage the end-to-end contract and entitlement lifecycle.
- Serve as the primary commercial point of contact for assigned IP and EDA vendors. Lead QBRs, track supplier performance against SLAs and delivery schedules, manage commercial escalations, and benchmark pricing and licensing terms against industry standards.
- Collaborate with Finance and Engineering leadership on AOP budgeting, long-range financial planning, and cost-per-project attribution. Build repeatable sourcing playbooks and licensing governance workflows.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 7 years of experience in semiconductor IP licensing, Electronic Design Automation (EDA) commercial management, sourcing, or technical procurement within the semiconductor industry.
- Experience structuring, negotiating, and managing commercial agreements, including Master License Agreements (MLAs), IP core licenses, EDA software subscriptions, and Statements of Work (SOWs).
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering, legal, and finance teams, managing vendor relationships and budgets.
Preferred qualifications:
- MBA, JD, or Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering.
- Experience analyzing license telemetry and utilization data to drive capacity forecasting, cost optimization, and license compliance/audit readiness.
- Direct experience managing commercial relationships and multi-year negotiations with tier-1 EDA vendors (e.g., Synopsys, Cadence) and semiconductor IP suppliers (e.g., Arm, foundation/interface IP providers).
- Familiarity with modern EDA licensing models (floating token pools, remix/all-you-can-eat models, cloud-burst/metered licensing) and IP commercial structures (single-use vs. multi-use licenses, NREs, support fees, royalty structures).
- Working knowledge of the end-to-end ASIC/SoC design lifecycle and how tool/IP dependencies align with tapeout milestones.
About the job
Commodity Managers work with Engineering teams to make sure Google has the supplies and equipment to put into production the innovative products coming from our Engineering teams. As a Commodity Manager, you use your wide industry knowledge and strategic supplier relationships to optimize our total cost of ownership for our global - and growing - infrastructure. The scale at which Google operates means that savings on just one piece of hardware can have a huge impact on Google's bottom line.
In this role, you will be at the intersection of Silicon Engineering, CAD/Infrastructure, Finance, and Legal to drive the commercial strategy, sourcing, and lifecycle governance of Google's Intellectual Property (IP) and Electronic Design Automation (EDA) portfolio. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will structure and negotiate high-impact commercial agreements, forecast and optimize license token capacity across global chip programs, and manage strategic supplier relationships. Your work ensures our silicon engineering teams have frictionless access to the exceptional tools and IP required to deliver custom silicon on schedule and at scale.
Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.US: $159000 - $230000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end commercial negotiations for third-party semiconductor IP cores (foundation, interface, processor), EDA software licenses, verification IP (VIP), and emulation/prototyping solutions—from RFP/RFQ and commercial modeling through redlining and execution.
- Partner with Silicon Engineering leads, CAD/Infrastructure teams, and TPMs to translate chip roadmaps and project ramp schedules into EDA token and IP entitlement forecasts. Analyze utilization telemetry to optimize pool sizing, remix flexibility, and cloud-burst economics. Manage the end-to-end contract and entitlement lifecycle.
- Serve as the primary commercial point of contact for assigned IP and EDA vendors. Lead QBRs, track supplier performance against SLAs and delivery schedules, manage commercial escalations, and benchmark pricing and licensing terms against industry standards.
- Collaborate with Finance and Engineering leadership on AOP budgeting, long-range financial planning, and cost-per-project attribution. Build repeatable sourcing playbooks and licensing governance workflows.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing operations manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or a related technical field
- Five or more years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience in a California-regulated industry
- Demonstrated proficiency with Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience managing compliance with California OSHA Title 8 safety regulations and environmental standards
- Hands-on background with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle in a production environment
- Strong record leading cross-functional teams across production, quality, and supply chain functions
Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a manufacturing operations manager in California?
Most manufacturing operations managers in California follow a path that starts with a bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, or a related field, then progresses through floor-level roles such as production supervisor or quality engineer. California does not require a state-issued license for this role, but employers in regulated industries like aerospace or food processing expect familiarity with California OSHA Title 8 and relevant FDA or EPA compliance frameworks. A Lean or Six Sigma certification strengthens candidacy considerably.
How much do manufacturing operations managers make in California?
Manufacturing operations managers in California earn a median of about $132,620 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,950 for the lowest 10% to over $222,020 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire manufacturing operations managers in California?
Employers hiring manufacturing operations managers in California right now include Divergent, Zoox, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's mix of aerospace primes, food processing giants, medical device firms, and semiconductor manufacturers means openings are distributed across a wide range of industries with varying shift structures and compliance requirements.
Which California cities have the most manufacturing operations manager jobs?
San Jose, Sunnyvale, and Fremont have the most manufacturing operations manager openings in California. Los Angeles anchors demand through aerospace and defense contractors and consumer goods producers, San Jose reflects the semiconductor and electronics manufacturing base of Silicon Valley, and San Diego draws heavily from its medical device and biotech manufacturing sector, which includes a concentration of FDA-regulated production facilities.
Are there remote manufacturing operations manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Manufacturing operations management is fundamentally an on-site discipline tied to production lines, equipment, and facility compliance, so fully remote roles are uncommon. About 13% of manufacturing operations manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in corporate functions like multi-site operations strategy or process engineering support rather than direct plant management.
How can I get hired as a manufacturing operations manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a production supervisor or manufacturing engineer role at a large California facility, where structured development programs exist. Companies like Northrop Grumman, Abbott, and Procter and Gamble's California operations run rotational or leadership development programs that move high-performing associates into operations management. A California community college certificate in industrial technology or supply chain, combined with California OSHA 10 or 30 training, gives entry-level candidates a concrete edge when applying to regulated manufacturers.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing operations manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to manufacturing operations manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries including aerospace, food processing, medical devices, and electronics. Find roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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