EMS Production & Business Lead
On-siteBengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job Summary
Set up and scale EMS operations for PCB assembly, box build, and testing while driving production planning, line balancing, and capacity utilization. Identify and onboard external clients from startups, OEMs, and hardware companies to generate RFQs and convert leads, ensuring optimal manufacturing capacity usage. Manage PCB vendors, component suppliers, and contract manufacturers to drive cost optimization and resolve quality issues. Ensure incoming, in-process, and final QC systems align with ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 compliance standards while implementing traceability. Build and lead the production team, driving accountability, output metrics, and shopfloor efficiency. Work with R&D on DFM and DFT to introduce fixtures, jigs, and automation for process improvement.
Required Qualifications
- Strong experience in PCB assembly (SMT + THT)
- Understanding of Gerber files, BOM, PCB fabrication, assembly processes
- Hands-on experience with debugging manufacturing defects
- Prior experience in EMS / contract manufacturing sales or partnerships
- Strong network in hardware startups / OEMs / electronics companies
- Ability to bring in paying EMS customers
- Experience in RFQs, costing, and quotations
- Strong negotiation and client management skills
- Strong ownership mindset
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in EMS companies or electronics manufacturing startups
- Exposure to medical devices
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