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Remote Production Manager jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed teams in industries from media and manufacturing to tech and consumer goods. Employers hiring remotely right now include Saint-Gobain, Canon, and Whatnot. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Forming Our Future together
FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.
Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.
Shift:
The regular hours for this position are day shift.Job Description:
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to step into the role of Sr Manager, Production for Assembly & Test operations at our Livermore factory. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping team’s culture, establishing structure and discipline, and tactical day-to-day execution. The ideal candidate will bring deep assembly line and test expertise, a passion for technical excellence, and a proven ability to lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Leadership
- Oversee a large Assembly & Test team operating 24/7 across four compressed work week shifts.
- Drive first-pass line yield to industry benchmarks through a “first time right” culture.
- Drive cycle time performance to best-in-class benchmarks through disciplined execution and continuous improvement.
- Manage COGS elements—labor, materials, equipment—to meet aggressive financial targets.
- Implement best-in-class practices in lean manufacturing and one-piece-flow.
Strategic Execution
- Define and execute a long-range strategy including cycle time reduction, 6S systems, visual factory principals, and training & development.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing and Process Engineering to prioritize and drive continuous improvement projects (CIPs).
- Maintain and create Key Performance Indicators to measure operational excellence and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Lead and establish a culture of structured problem solving, drilling down to true root cause and driving robust corrective actions.
Leadership and Team Development
- Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction to the Assembly & Test team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability.
- Mentor and develop high-performing teams, cultivating talent and building capabilities aligned with FormFactor’s growth and operational goals.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional leaders, driving company-wide initiatives and ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives.
- Attract, retain, and develop top talent across engineering, operations, and support functions.
Leadership Behaviors
- Lead with Ownership & Clarity: Make confident, insight-driven decisions and challenge conventional thinking.
- Motivate & Develop Exceptional Teams: Build trust, inspire excellence, and enable teams to solve complex challenges.
- Focus on the Customer & shape what’s next: Lead with foresight, anticipate change, and drive innovation that scales.
Skills:
Education & Experience:
Minimum of 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 8 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 5 years experience; or equivalent work experience | RequiredPay Range:
$155,800.00 - $204,435.00Pay Range Explained:
This role in Livermore, California pays between $155,800.00 and $204,435.00 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.
For roles that are designated as remote-eligible, employees cannot be located in: AL, AK, AR, DE, GA, HI, IL, IA, LA, ME, MD, MS, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, ND, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, WV, WI, WY. This list is continuously evolving and being updated, please check back with us if the state you live in is on the exclusion list. A role is remote-eligible only when it is listed as "Remote" in the job location.
Forming Our Future together
FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.
Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.
Shift:
The regular hours for this position are day shift.Job Description:
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to step into the role of Sr Manager, Production for Assembly & Test operations at our Livermore factory. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping team’s culture, establishing structure and discipline, and tactical day-to-day execution. The ideal candidate will bring deep assembly line and test expertise, a passion for technical excellence, and a proven ability to lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Leadership
- Oversee a large Assembly & Test team operating 24/7 across four compressed work week shifts.
- Drive first-pass line yield to industry benchmarks through a “first time right” culture.
- Drive cycle time performance to best-in-class benchmarks through disciplined execution and continuous improvement.
- Manage COGS elements—labor, materials, equipment—to meet aggressive financial targets.
- Implement best-in-class practices in lean manufacturing and one-piece-flow.
Strategic Execution
- Define and execute a long-range strategy including cycle time reduction, 6S systems, visual factory principals, and training & development.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing and Process Engineering to prioritize and drive continuous improvement projects (CIPs).
- Maintain and create Key Performance Indicators to measure operational excellence and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Lead and establish a culture of structured problem solving, drilling down to true root cause and driving robust corrective actions.
Leadership and Team Development
- Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction to the Assembly & Test team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability.
- Mentor and develop high-performing teams, cultivating talent and building capabilities aligned with FormFactor’s growth and operational goals.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional leaders, driving company-wide initiatives and ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives.
- Attract, retain, and develop top talent across engineering, operations, and support functions.
Leadership Behaviors
- Lead with Ownership & Clarity: Make confident, insight-driven decisions and challenge conventional thinking.
- Motivate & Develop Exceptional Teams: Build trust, inspire excellence, and enable teams to solve complex challenges.
- Focus on the Customer & shape what’s next: Lead with foresight, anticipate change, and drive innovation that scales.
Skills:
Education & Experience:
Minimum of 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 8 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 5 years experience; or equivalent work experience | RequiredPay Range:
$155,800.00 - $204,435.00Pay Range Explained:
This role in Livermore, California pays between $155,800.00 and $204,435.00 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.
For roles that are designated as remote-eligible, employees cannot be located in: AL, AK, AR, DE, GA, HI, IL, IA, LA, ME, MD, MS, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, ND, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, WV, WI, WY. This list is continuously evolving and being updated, please check back with us if the state you live in is on the exclusion list. A role is remote-eligible only when it is listed as "Remote" in the job location.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote production manager jobs.
- 3 to 5 years of direct production or manufacturing supervisory experience
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods
- Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or a related field
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, labor costs, and production schedules
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and compliance documentation requirements
Tips for Your Remote Production Manager Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote production manager openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Document your async project management approach
Remote employers want to see how you keep production on track without in-person meetings. Build a short case study or portfolio page showing how you used tools like Asana, Notion, or Airtable to manage timelines, communicate status, and close projects on schedule.
Highlight vendor and contractor coordination experience
Remote production manager roles often involve managing suppliers, freelancers, and partners across different time zones. Call out specific examples of remote vendor negotiation, contractor briefing, and delivery oversight directly in your resume and cover letter.
Prepare for structured remote interviews
Remote hiring teams often run panel video interviews with written follow-up assignments. Practice walking through a production problem end-to-end on video, and be ready to submit a brief written production plan or post-mortem as part of the process.
Remote Production Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote production manager job?
Target companies that run distributed production teams, such as remote-first media studios, e-commerce brands, and software companies with physical product lines. Remote employers screen hard for async written communication, independent decision-making, and comfort managing vendors and timelines without in-person check-ins. A portfolio showing completed projects, on-time delivery, and cross-functional coordination across time zones gives you a clear edge over candidates who lack that proof.
Which companies hire remote production managers?
Employers currently hiring remote production managers include Saint-Gobain, Canon, and Whatnot, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first consumer brands, distributed media companies, and tech firms with physical or digital production needs make up the bulk of hiring in this space.
Can you get a remote production manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level production manager roles are harder to land because employers expect self-direction from day one without in-office supervision. Remote-first startups and small e-commerce brands are more open to junior candidates. Show async project coordination, freelance production work, or documented ownership of a project from brief to delivery, and you'll have something concrete to point to.
Do you need a degree for remote production manager jobs?
Not always. Remote employers weigh demonstrated production experience, a history of managing timelines and budgets, and tool proficiency over formal credentials. A portfolio showing real projects, vendor relationships, and on-time delivery often carries more weight than a degree. Some larger companies or regulated industries do list a bachelor's degree as a requirement, so read each posting carefully.
Which industries hire the most remote production managers?
The sectors hiring the most remote production managers are Chemicals & Materials and Electronics & Hardware, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These industries rely on distributed teams coordinating production across multiple locations and time zones, which makes remote production managers a natural operational fit.
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