Automation Manager

🏢 Summary: Leadership role responsible for building and managing the automation and controls infrastructure of a new 24/7 sodium-ion battery manufacturing facility. The position combines hands-on PLC and SCADA technical expertise with team development, equipment commissioning, and control system architecture ownership. The Automation Manager will define standards, lead FAT/SAT processes, integrate PLCs with MES, and ensure high system uptime and safety compliance. 🗂️ Requirements: Minimum 5 years managing Controls Engineers in industrial manufacturing, Hands-on experience with Beckhoff PLCs and TwinCAT v3, Experience integrating PLC/SCADA systems with MES platforms, Participation in equipment design reviews and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), Proficiency in SCADA systems, HMI design, industrial data acquisition, Ability to define and document 24/7 operational procedures, BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience), Willingness to travel internationally up to 25% 📃 Skills: Beckhoff, TwinCAT, PLC, SCADA, MES, HMI, Ignition, AI, ElectricalEngineering, ControlSystems 🏢 Description: Role: Automation Manager Department: Manufacturing Reports To: Head of Automation About the Role: Automation Manager The Automation Manager is responsible for building and leading the automation and controls infrastructure that keeps Peak Energy's sodium-ion battery manufacturing facility running at full capacity, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across a 4-shift operation. This role is both strategic and deeply technical: you'll have direct input into the architecture of our control systems, hire and develop a team of Controls Engineers and Technicians, participate in the acquisition and commissioning of new industrial manufacturing equipment, and create the operational procedures that ensure rapid, reliable response when systems need attention. Our Sacramento manufacturing facility is in the planning and build-out phase. This person will be hired to help open it. That means participating in equipment design reviews and international Factory Acceptance Tests as manufacturing equipment is selected and commissioned, and building the controls team, procedures, and documentation standards the facility will run on from day one. There is no existing playbook to inherit; this person will write it. This role requires someone who is comfortable operating at both the technical and organizational level: debugging a control system issue and then writing the procedure that prevents the next one. What You'll Do - Lead the controls and automation function for the manufacturing facility, maintaining system uptime across a 24/7, 4-shift production schedule - Participate in design reviews for the acquisition of industrial manufacturing equipment, providing input on automation architecture, PLC platform compatibility, and control system specifications - Lead and participate in international Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) for newly acquired industrial manufacturing equipment - Build, hire, and develop a team of Controls Engineers and Controls Technicians (7–12 team members) - Define and own shift coverage models, escalation protocols, and response procedures; create documentation governing automation issue response - Establish and maintain PLC architecture standards across the facility, with Beckhoff TwinCAT as the primary platform - Design and implement connectivity between PLCs and MES systems to enable real-time production data, traceability, and process monitoring - Create, maintain, and continuously improve automation documentation: control system designs, change management procedures, operator manuals, and maintenance protocols - Collaborate with equipment engineers, process engineers, and manufacturing leadership to align automation systems with production goals - Own controls and automation KPIs: system uptime, mean time to repair (MTTR), alarm rationalization, and preventive maintenance compliance - Establish and enforce safety standards for control systems, including emergency shutdown procedures and safety interlocks - Drive continuous improvement in automation to reduce manual intervention, improve yield, and increase throughput What You'll Bring - Minimum 5 years of experience managing Controls Engineers in an industrial manufacturing environment - Hands-on technical experience with Beckhoff PLCs and TwinCAT v3 - Experience establishing connectivity between PLC/SCADA systems and MES platforms - Experience participating in equipment design reviews and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) - Proficiency with SCADA systems, HMI design, and industrial data acquisition platforms - Ability to define and document operational procedures for 24/7 teams - BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent experience - Strong organizational and communication skills - Comfort with scheduling and coordination in continuous manufacturing operations - Willingness to travel internationally (up to 25%) Preferred Qualifications - Experience in battery manufacturing, semiconductor manufacturing, or high-precision industrial environments - Familiarity with Ignition by Inductive Automation for SCADA and data acquisition - Experience scaling from pilot production to commercial-scale manufacturing - Familiarity with energy storage system architecture and battery manufacturing processes - Comfort using modern AI tools in daily workflow Compensation and Benefits - Salary range: $160,000 - $185,000 - Flexible time off - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage - Strong 401(k) plan - Equity opportunities - Additional work perks Equal Employment Opportunity The company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of legally protected status.

🏢 Summary: Senior Director of Manufacturing responsible for leading end-to-end manufacturing strategy and execution for sodium-ion battery systems, scaling from pilot to giga-scale commercial production across multiple facilities. The role oversees manufacturing engineering, operations, process development, equipment, yield, and ramp readiness while driving cost, throughput, and quality performance. This position partners cross-functionally to build a scalable, high-performance production system supporting large-scale energy storage deployments. 🗂️ Requirements: 10+ years in battery, semiconductor, or high-volume precision manufacturing, Experience scaling from pilot to GWh-level or equivalent production, Proven leadership of manufacturing engineering teams (50+ people), Expertise in lean manufacturing, SPC, FMEA, Six Sigma, Experience in early-commercialization or growth-stage environments, BS or MS in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience, Ability to manage manufacturing KPIs (throughput, yield, OEE, cost per kWh, safety) 📃 Skills: Manufacturing, ProcessEngineering, Lean, SPC, FMEA, SixSigma, OEE, Automation, Quality, Equipment, Facilities, AI 🏢 Description: Role: Senior Director of Manufacturing Location: Burlingame, CA (with significant time at Sacramento, CA manufacturing facility) Department: Manufacturing Reports To: VP of Manufacturing Position Type: Full-time About the Role - Senior Director of Manufacturing The Senior Director of Manufacturing owns the end-to-end manufacturing strategy and execution for Peak's sodium-ion battery systems as we move from pilot through giga-scale commercial production. You will lead manufacturing engineering, manufacturing operations, process development, facilities, equipment, yield, and ramp readiness across the full BESS stack, spanning our Burlingame pilot operation and our Sacramento manufacturing facility. This role exists right now because Peak is in a critical operational phase. First commercial customer deliveries are imminent, multi-year supply contracts are landing, and the production system built over the next eighteen months will define cost structure, ramp velocity, and the ability to meet grid-scale demand through 2027 and beyond. You'll partner closely with engineering, supply chain, and the commercial team to bring product to market and stand up the production system that supports it. You'll inherit a strong technical bench and an ambitious roadmap, with autonomy to build the manufacturing organization needed for scale. What You'll Do (Responsibilities) - Lead the manufacturing engineering and process development organization through the ramp from pilot to giga-scale production - Define and execute the production ramp plan, including equipment specification, line layout, yield curves, and cost-down roadmap across Burlingame and Sacramento sites - Build and develop a manufacturing leadership bench spanning process engineering, equipment, quality, automation, and facilities - Partner with engineering to drive design-for-manufacturing into the product roadmap - Own manufacturing KPIs end-to-end: throughput, yield, OEE, cost per kWh, and safety performance - Drive process maturity from pilot-scale engineering handoffs into stable, repeatable, audit-ready production - Establish and manage relationships with equipment OEMs, automation partners, and consumables suppliers - Represent manufacturing in executive forums, board updates, and customer and investor due diligence What You'll Bring (Qualifications) - 10+ years in battery, semiconductor, or other high-volume precision manufacturing with progressive leadership scope - Direct experience scaling from pilot to GWh-level (or equivalent) production with documented yield, cost, and ramp outcomes - Demonstrated success building and leading manufacturing engineering organizations of 50+, including process, equipment, and quality functions - Hands-on fluency with lean manufacturing, SPC, FMEA, Six Sigma, and modern factory operating systems - Experience operating in early-commercialization environments - BS or MS in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent practical experience - Strong commercial instincts regarding cost per kWh drivers and leverage points - Comfort with ambiguity and pace of a growth-stage, venture-backed company Preferred Qualifications - Direct lithium-ion or sodium-ion cell or pack manufacturing experience at commercial scale - Experience transitioning from prototype to commercial product - Familiarity with energy storage system integration and grid-connected operation - Comfort using modern AI tools in day-to-day workflow Compensation & Benefits The salary range for this role is $233,000-$275,000, with actual pay varying based on work location, experience, and skills. Competitive benefits package includes: - Flexible time off - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage - 401(k) plan - Equity opportunities - Additional work perks

🏢 Summary: Senior Director of Manufacturing role leading end-to-end manufacturing strategy and execution for sodium-ion battery systems, driving the ramp from pilot to giga-scale production across multiple facilities. The position owns manufacturing engineering, operations, process development, yield, cost, and ramp readiness while partnering cross-functionally to deliver commercial-scale energy storage systems. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on building scalable production systems and manufacturing teams in a fast-growing environment. 🗂️ Requirements: 10+ years in battery, semiconductor, or high-volume precision manufacturing, Experience scaling from pilot to GWh-level or equivalent production, Experience building and leading manufacturing engineering teams of 50+, Hands-on experience with lean manufacturing, Hands-on experience with SPC, Hands-on experience with FMEA, Hands-on experience with Six Sigma, BS or MS in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience, Experience in early-commercialization or growth-stage manufacturing environments 📃 Skills: Manufacturing, ProcessEngineering, Lean, SPC, FMEA, SixSigma, Automation, OEE, Battery, SodiumIon, LithiumIon, AI 🏢 Description: Role: Senior Director of Manufacturing Location: Burlingame, CA (with significant time at Sacramento, CA manufacturing facility) Department: Manufacturing Reports To: VP of Manufacturing Position Type: Full-time About the Role - Senior Director of Manufacturing The Senior Director of Manufacturing owns the end-to-end manufacturing strategy and execution for Peak's sodium-ion battery systems as we move from pilot through giga-scale commercial production. You will lead manufacturing engineering, manufacturing operations, process development, facilities, equipment, yield, and ramp readiness across the full BESS stack, spanning our Burlingame pilot operation and our Sacramento manufacturing facility. This role exists right now because Peak is in the most consequential operational moment of the company. First commercial customer deliveries are imminent, multi-year supply contracts are landing, and the production system we build over the next eighteen months will define our cost structure, our ramp velocity, and our ability to meet the grid-scale demand coming through 2027 and beyond. You'll partner closely with engineering, supply chain, and our commercial team to bring product to market and stand up the production system that supports it. You'll inherit a strong technical bench and an ambitious roadmap, and you'll have the autonomy to build the manufacturing organization the company needs. This role is for a builder. Someone who can move from in the weeds problem solving to board-level planning in the same day, and who wants to own outcomes and manage the process. What You'll Do (Responsibilities) - Lead the manufacturing engineering and process development organization through the ramp from pilot to giga-scale production - Define and execute the production ramp plan, including equipment specification, line layout, yield curves, and cost-down roadmap across our Burlingame and Sacramento sites - Build and develop a world-class manufacturing leadership bench spanning process engineering, equipment, quality, automation, and facilities - Partner with engineering to drive design-for-manufacturing into the product roadmap from day one - Own manufacturing KPIs end-to-end: throughput, yield, OEE, cost per kWh, and safety performance - Drive process maturity from pilot-scale engineering handoffs into stable, repeatable, audit-ready production for commercial customer shipments - Establish and manage strategic relationships with equipment OEMs, automation partners, and consumables suppliers - Represent manufacturing in executive forums, board updates, and customer and investor due diligence What You'll Bring (Qualifications) - 10+ years in battery, semiconductor, or other high-volume precision manufacturing, with progressive leadership scope - Direct experience scaling from pilot to GWh-level (or equivalent) production with documented yield, cost, and ramp outcomes - Demonstrated success building and leading manufacturing engineering organizations of 50+, including process, equipment, and quality functions - Hands-on fluency with lean manufacturing, SPC, FMEA, Six Sigma, and modern factory operating systems - Experience operating in early-commercialization environments where processes are still being developed - BS or MS in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent practical experience - Strong commercial understanding of cost per kWh drivers - Comfort operating in a growth-stage, venture-backed company environment Preferred Qualifications - Direct lithium-ion or sodium-ion cell or pack manufacturing experience at a commercial-scale facility - Experience transitioning from prototype to commercial product - Familiarity with energy storage system integration and grid-connected operation - Comfort using modern AI tools in day-to-day workflow Compensation & Benefits The salary range for this role is $233,000-$275,000, with actual pay varying based on work location, experience, and skills. Competitive benefits package includes: - Flexible time off - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage - 401(k) plan - Equity opportunities - Additional work perks

🏢 Summary: Manager, Planning role focused on leading supply chain planning, inventory optimization, and SIOP processes for robotics manufacturing operations. The position involves managing planners and analysts, driving supply chain KPIs, and partnering cross-functionally to support global demand and scalable operational growth. This onsite role includes strategic and tactical planning responsibilities in a fast-paced high-tech manufacturing environment. 🗂️ Requirements: 8+ years of supply chain planning experience in high-tech, robotics, or industrial manufacturing, 2–3+ years in a supervisory or management role, BA/BS in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field, Proficiency in IBP/SIOP processes, Experience with MRP/ERP systems, Knowledge of statistical forecasting methods, Advanced data visualization and reporting skills, Ability to work in fast-paced evolving environments, Authorization to work in the United States 📃 Skills: IBP, SIOP, MRP, ERP, Forecasting, Planning, Analytics, Visualization, Inventory, Sourcing, Manufacturing, SupplyChain, APICS, CPIM, CSCP, CPF, ACPF 🏢 Description: About the Role We are looking for a Manager, Planning who is passionate about utilizing robotics to improve our daily lives. Leading a key segment of our Supply Chain team, you will oversee the coordination of team activities including but not limited to the optimization of our material and inventory plans. You will partner closely with Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Inventory Management teams to ensure we have the necessary materials to meet surging global demand for our groundbreaking robots. The ideal candidate is a person with strong analytical skills and the ability to think at both tactical and strategic levels. This leader must be competent at doing individual contributor work as well as leading other individual contributors. As with any technology development company, we need team members who possess the ability to be proactive at anticipating and mitigating supply chain risks. About the Work - Tactical Leadership: Lead the creation, review, and execution of comprehensive supply and inventory replenishment plans for finished goods and raw materials across a 12 to 24 month time horizon. - Team Leadership: Guide and mentor a small team of planners and analysts, ensuring thorough material readiness validation for manufacturing orders and fostering a high-performance culture. - Accountability: Own and report on critical supply chain KPIs, including supply plan forecast accuracy, working capital optimization, customer fill rates, and inbound freight efficiencies. - Inventory & Risk Management: Own and report on inventory health, material gaps, supply chain risks and gaps. Establish inventory strategies using whatever method is appropriate to insulate the business from logistics instability, tariffs, and supplier volatility. - Data & System Governance: Partner with Sourcing to promote supply chain master data integrity particularly for those data elements that are utilized in planning calculations. - SIOP / S&OP Architecture: Serve as a driving force in the preparation and presentation of Sales & Operations, S&OE/SIOP reporting. Facilitate cross-functional alignment between executive stakeholders to synchronize supply with commercial demand. - Lifecycle Management: Partner with Engineering and Sourcing to direct inventory strategies for new product introductions (NPI) and end-of-life (EOL) product phase-outs, minimizing obsolescence exposure. - Process Scaling: Design, formalize, and optimize supply planning workflows and policies to help the company on its journey of maturity into a structured, scalable enterprise. About You - Experience: 8+ years of supply chain planning experience in high-tech, robotics, or industrial manufacturing, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or management role. - Education: BA/BS degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related field required. MBA or Master's in Supply Chain preferred. - Technical Expertise: Deep proficiency in Integrated Business Planning (IBP/SIOP), advanced MRP/ERP systems, and statistical forecasting methods, including their direct financial impacts. - Analytical Power: Advanced data visualization and reporting skills; ability to translate complex supply chain data into high-level strategic insights for executive presentations. - Adaptability: Proven ability to thrive and establish structure in a fast-paced, evolving environment where processes are still being defined. - Certifications: CPF or ACPF certification is highly preferred, or APICS (CPIM/CSCP). - Leadership & Influence: Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and facilitation skills. You excel at driving cross-functional alignment across Sales, Finance, Engineering, and Operations to achieve overarching organizational goals. Location This is an onsite position at our Salem office. Compensation and Benefits - Anticipated Base Salary Range: $112,000—$145,000 USD - 401(k) plan with 6% company match - Company stock options - 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees - Benefits eligible from first day of employment - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Flexible unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays for exempt employees - Vacation days, paid sick leave, and holidays for non-exempt employees - Catered lunches and on-site refreshments - Generous paid parental leave - Flexible work arrangements - Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs - Relocation assistance for eligible roles - Annual discretionary bonus for eligible roles Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.

🏢 Summary: Automation & Controls Engineer role focused on developing advanced robotic manufacturing and industrial automation systems for next-generation factory modules. The position involves PLC, HMI, and SCADA development, controls architecture, commissioning, and collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams in a fast-paced R&D and production environment. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years industrial automation controls experience, IEC 61131-3 Structured Text programming, Ability to access US export-controlled information, Experience with PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, Experience with industrial automation hardware and motion control, Experience with industrial networking, Experience with electrical control panel design, Experience with industrial safety systems and risk assessments, Experience with SCADA and factory data platforms, Technical leadership experience 📃 Skills: PLC, HMI, SCADA, IEC61131-3, StructuredText, Beckhoff, TwinCAT, NEC, NFPA79, UL508A, EPlan, AutoCAD, Fieldbus, MotionControl, Networking, FSoE, PROFIsafe, SCADA, Databases, Dashboards, Robotics, Git, SOLID, UnitTesting 🏢 Description: Purpose The Automation & Controls Engineer will support the development of flexible robotic manufacturing systems, core to the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS). The ideal candidate has a track record of successfully architecting and deploying advanced automated systems in a quick changing, start-up environment. This role will take a hands-on execution approach and use their hardware and software skills to create bleeding-edge industrial automation systems, support production operations, and democratize factory data to support key business decisions. The Role - Develop PLC, HMI & SCADA software & controls architectures for the next generation of DAPS factories & factory modules. - Contribute to automation standards, frameworks, best practices, and platform selection. - Architect new advanced automation systems, ultimately leading to detailed design, development, and commissioning of first article factory modules. - Develop controls systems for new and experimental processes in an R&D environment. - Understand and steer production operations requirements for factory modules leading to increased overall factory OPE through better development of modules and factory data. - Work closely with cross-functional technical teams to ensure that program deliverables and milestones are defined, scheduled, and executed on time and budget. - Support engineering teams in achieving resolution of any gridlock and drive hands-on execution under intense time constraints. Basic Qualifications - Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls. - 5 years of industrial automation controls experience in dynamic environments. - IEC 61131-3 Structured Text programming experience. Preferred Qualifications - Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A standards. - Experience designing electrical control panels using EPlan or AutoCAD. - Advanced experience working with the Beckhoff TwinCAT & hardware ecosystem. - Advanced experience with industrial automation hardware, fieldbus interfaces and motion control. - Advanced industrial networking experience. - Experience with industrial safety systems, risk assessments and safety over fieldbus protocols including FSoE and PROFIsafe. - Experience developing SCADA and factory data management platforms, industrial databases, dashboards. - Experience with industrial robot platforms, offline programming, and virtual commissioning. - Experience with industrial electrical schematic tools such as EPlan or AutoCAD Electrical. - Experience with software engineering practices, object-oriented programming, SOLID principles, unit testing, and development tools such as Git. - Technical leadership experience in defining standards, methods, processes, and training. Work Environment - Office and factory environment. - 100% onsite. - Minimal travel. - Work near moving mechanical parts. Compensation - Engineer II / E04: $111,300 - $166,960 - Senior / E05: $128,520 - $192,780 What We Offer - Competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary bonus opportunities. - Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, and year-end shutdown. - Paid parental leave. - Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and PPO options. - Company-sponsored life insurance and disability coverage. - Learning and development reimbursement opportunities. - Collaborative and high-performing work environment. Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. E-Verify The company participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

🏢 Summary: Leadership role responsible for managing purchasing activities in a manufacturing environment, ensuring material availability, supplier performance, and cost optimization to support production and customer requirements. The position oversees buyers, negotiates supplier agreements, analyzes MRP data, and drives cost reduction and process improvements. Requires strong ERP/MRP expertise and experience in electronics or contract manufacturing. 🗂️ Requirements: Minimum 7 years purchasing, supply chain, or procurement experience in manufacturing, Minimum 2 years leadership or supervisory experience in purchasing, Experience working with ERP/MRP systems, Experience managing supplier performance, production shortages, and cost reduction initiatives, Ability to analyze MRP demand, material reports, and production schedules, Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Fluent English communication skills 📃 Skills: ERP, MRP, Excel, PCBA, Electronics, Procurement, Sourcing, Inventory, Negotiation, Analytics 🏢 Description: Position Summary The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading purchasing activities in support of production schedules, customer requirements, inventory goals, supplier performance, and overall business objectives. This role manages the purchasing function to ensure materials, components, equipment, and services are sourced at the best overall value while meeting quality, delivery, and cost expectations. The Purchasing Manager works closely with Program Management, Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, Finance, and suppliers to resolve material shortages, supplier issues, pricing concerns, account discrepancies, and delivery risks. This position requires strong leadership, sound business judgment, supplier management experience, and the ability to make effective decisions in a fast-paced contract manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage purchasing activities to support production schedules, customer commitments, and inventory requirements. Oversee buyer performance, workload priorities, supplier follow-up, purchase order execution, and material shortage resolution. Review and analyze material buy lists, MRP requirements, production schedules, supplier lead times, and inventory levels to ensure purchasing actions align with business needs. Ensure purchase orders, purchase requisitions, change orders, and requests for quote are processed accurately and in a timely manner. Manage supplier relationships and serve as an escalation point for delivery issues, pricing concerns, quality issues, nonconforming material, and account discrepancies. Negotiate pricing, lead times, delivery terms, supplier agreements, and other purchasing conditions to achieve the best overall value. Coordinate purchasing activities with Program Management, Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Sales, and Finance. Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, responsiveness, and overall reliability. Develop and maintain supplier relationships, evaluate supplier competitiveness, and identify new or alternate supply sources when needed. Support material availability through effective purchasing practices, including just-in-time purchasing, economic order quantity planning, inventory control, and shortage management. Expedite, reschedule, or escalate materials as needed to meet production and customer requirements. Ensure material standards are met and that substitutions, variances, or nonconformances are properly reviewed and approved. Lead cost analysis, volume planning, sourcing reviews, and cost reduction initiatives for assigned commodities, components, equipment, and services. Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities, alternate sourcing options, and make-versus-buy recommendations. Maintain and improve purchasing data accuracy, including supplier records, quote tables, part parameters, supplier codes, and purchasing reports. Review purchasing error reports, supplier performance data, shortage reports, and other key metrics to drive improvement. Monitor assigned subcontractors and suppliers to ensure performance meets cost, schedule, quality, and scope requirements. Support Sales, Program Management, and leadership with pricing, sourcing strategy, customer quoting, and contract negotiations as needed. Develop purchasing procedures, best practices, and process improvements to improve department efficiency and supplier performance. Provide accurate, prompt, professional, and courteous support to internal and external customers. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Education and Experience Minimum of 7 years of purchasing, supply chain, or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. Minimum of 2 years of purchasing leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience preferred. Experience in contract manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, PCBA, or a similar production environment strongly preferred. Experience purchasing electronic components, mechanical parts, assemblies, equipment, services, or production-related materials preferred. Previous experience working with ERP/MRP systems required. Experience managing supplier performance, production shortages, cost reduction efforts, and purchasing escalations required. Required Skills and Qualifications Strong understanding of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, material planning, and inventory control processes. Working knowledge of contract manufacturing and electronics/PCBA manufacturing preferred. Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide, support, and hold purchasing team members accountable. Ability to read and interpret MRP demand, material reports, purchase history, supplier quotes, production schedules, and inventory data. Strong negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to manage supplier relationships and resolve complex purchasing or delivery issues. Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with limited direction. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Excellent communication skills with suppliers, internal departments, customers, and management. Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and sense of urgency. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills required. Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Preferred Qualifications Experience sourcing electronic components in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. Experience supporting aerospace, medical, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries. Familiarity with supplier scorecards, supplier corrective actions, cost reduction tracking, and commodity management. Experience with component shortages, lifecycle management, obsolete parts, alternate sourcing, and long-lead-time material planning. Experience developing purchasing metrics, reports, processes, and department improvement plans. Work Environment This role operates in both an office and manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with suppliers, internal departments, production teams, and management. The Purchasing Manager must be comfortable managing changing priorities, urgent material needs, supplier escalations, production deadlines, and customer-driven requirements. Pay Range $120,000—$135,000 USD Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.

🏢 Summary: The role involves designing, programming, and supporting industrial automation systems, including PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions, within cross-functional engineering projects. The engineer will interpret technical documentation, manage project scope and budgets, and provide field and remote support for process control systems. The position includes collaboration with clients and travel for testing and site activities. 🗂️ Requirements: US Person (citizen or permanent resident), Experience with PLC, HMI, and SCADA programming, Experience with major automation brands (Rockwell, Schneider, Emerson, Siemens), Understanding of industrial networking (redundant and distributed networks), Knowledge of VFDs, instrumentation, and process control equipment, Experience with electrical design and control documentation, Ability to read and interpret engineering documents (P&IDs, electrical schematics, I/O lists), Experience troubleshooting control systems and network design, Willingness to travel up to 25% 📃 Skills: PLC, HMI, SCADA, Rockwell, Schneider, Emerson, Siemens, Networking, VFD, Instrumentation, P&ID, Electrical, SCADA, IPC 🏢 Description: As an Automation Engineer you will be responsible for: ● Read, interpret, and comment on engineering documents, including Controls, P&IDs, GAs, process design guidelines, Electrical Schematics, I/O Lists, Instrument and Automated Valve Lists, Network Architecture. ● Collaborate in cross-functional project team discussions and client meetings. ● Understand, comment, and follow contractual and customer specifications. ● Design the complete detailed programming deliverables, including PLC, HMI, SCADA and related scope. ● Manage budget, scope, schedule, and proactively report risks and opportunities to project teams. ● Lead the maintenance and upkeep of one set of Veolia process control documents. ● Support field and production activities, providing Automation support both remotely and on site. ● Ability to collaborate in and lead cross-functional project team discussions and client meetings. ● Proven ability to develop and follow procedures and standards, while extrapolating new concepts from established standards. ● Knowledge of and/or demonstrated ability to learn equipment and processes related to Veolia WTS products and systems. ● Experience with the major brands of automation equipment; Rockwell, Schneider, Emerson, Siemens. ● Demonstrated experience with troubleshooting control systems, network design, VFD's, IPC's and an appetite to learn new software. Qualifications: ● Knowledge of and/or demonstrated ability to learn equipment and processes related to Veolia WTS products and systems. ● Understanding of networking including redundant and distributed networks. ● Understanding of VFD's, instrumentation and other process control related equipment. ● Strong focus on customer relationships (external/internal). ● Experience with basic electrical design and control documentation. Periodic travel (25%) for factory testing, panel checkouts, client meetings, customer site visits, and/or visits to other offices. Salary Range: $90-$140k Note: Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons (citizens or permanent residents) need apply for this position. Drug Screening Requirement: All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.

🏢 Summary: The role involves overseeing daily center operations and managing regional scheduling to ensure efficient staffing, compliance, and high-quality service delivery. The Operations Manager coordinates cross-functional teams, optimizes scheduling processes, monitors KPIs, and maintains operational systems to support performance and growth. This fully on-site position requires strong leadership, scheduling expertise, and proficiency with operational platforms such as CentralReach and Google Workspace. 🗂️ Requirements: 2+ years experience in operations, scheduling, or team management, Leadership or supervisory experience, Experience managing schedules and staffing coordination, Proficiency with Google Workspace or similar software, Proficiency with scheduling or operational systems (CentralReach preferred), Ability to maintain accurate data and documentation, Knowledge of HIPAA and compliance standards, Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare, psychology, education, or related field preferred, Ability to work fully on-site Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week 📃 Skills: CentralReach, GoogleWorkspace, Scheduling, WorkforcePlanning, DataTracking, Reporting, Payroll, Billing, Timekeeping, HIPAA 🏢 Description: The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Bardstown Area while managing all regional scheduling functions. This role ensures the center operates efficiently, maintains compliance standards, and delivers a high-quality experience for both staff and families. This position serves as a cross-functional operational leader supporting clinical, recruiting, and leadership teams. The role is responsible for aligning staffing, scheduling, and operational processes to support strong performance, minimize service disruption, and drive key business metrics. This role may evolve over time based on business needs and may support additional operational initiatives as assigned. Quick Facts Pay Rate: $50,000—$55,000 USD Fully on-site role, Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week Hours typically range from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM; flexibility required based on operational needs Primary Functions Include: Center Operations (COS) - Oversee daily operations of the center, ensuring a safe, organized, and high-quality environment - Serve as the primary point of contact for families for non-clinical needs and general communication - Maintain facility operations including supplies, vendor coordination, and overall center upkeep - Ensure compliance with safety protocols, building procedures, and authorized access requirements - Support intake logistics, including assessment scheduling and onboarding coordination Scheduling & Learner Coordination - Own all regional scheduling, including building and maintaining staff and learner schedules - Manage real-time scheduling adjustments including callouts, cancellations, and reroutes - Support schedule optimization by coordinating make-ups and minimizing lost hours - Develop schedule proposals and support alignment between staff availability and learner needs - Partner with clinical and recruiting teams to ensure timely staffing and learner placement - Monitor scheduling trends and proactively address gaps and cancellation impact Staff Supervision & Support - Supervise BTs, RBTs, and center-based staff across onboarding, development, and retention - Monitor staff attendance, availability, and time-off requests - Support coverage planning and resolution of staffing gaps - Partner with clinical leadership on staff performance and training coordination - Promote a positive team environment focused on accountability and engagement Administrative & Operational Support - Maintain accurate and up-to-date data within CentralReach and other operational systems - Support payroll, billing, timekeeping, and documentation processes to ensure accuracy and compliance - Assist with onboarding and offboarding coordination and employee documentation - Manage center-related expenses, supplies, and purchasing needs - Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable labor laws Operational Performance & KPI Management - Monitor key performance metrics, including utilization, cancellations, and scheduling efficiency - Track and follow up on scheduling gaps, unconverted appointments, and lost service hours - Maintain scheduling tools, trackers, and reporting systems to support operations - Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and performance Data Tracking & Reporting - Track and report on staffing needs, scheduling gaps, and utilization trends - Monitor intake pipeline and learner launch progress - Prepare and maintain operational reports to support leadership decision-making Collaboration & Communication - Serve as the primary scheduling and operations point of contact for the region - Manage and respond to the scheduling inbox in a timely and professional manner - Partner with clinical, recruiting, HR, and leadership teams to align staffing and operations - Participate in leadership meetings and support execution of operational priorities New Learner & Growth Support - Coordinate initial schedules for new learners in alignment with staffing and scheduling expectations - Partner with recruiting to support timely staffing for new cases - Support center growth initiatives, tours, and operational readiness - Assist with planning and support for new center launches as needed Qualifications Skills/Abilities - Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment - Excellent communication skills – in person, by phone, and in writing - Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to supervise and support team members - Ability to problem-solve quickly and make sound operational decisions - Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate data and documentation - Ability to manage scheduling complexities and adapt to real-time operational changes - Ability to act with professionalism, accountability, and sound judgment - Proficient with Google Workspace or related software - Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn scheduling and operational systems (CentralReach preferred) - Knowledge of HIPAA and operational compliance standards preferred Education & Experience Requirements - Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare, psychology, education, or related field preferred - 2+ years of experience in operations, scheduling, or team management (ABA or healthcare preferred) - Leadership or supervisory experience required - Experience managing schedules, staffing coordination, or workforce planning strongly preferred - Experience with CentralReach or similar systems a plus - Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion Physical Requirements - The ability to sit and stand for extended periods throughout the workday - The ability to walk and move throughout the center environment as needed - The ability to lift at least 25 lbs - The ability to operate a computer and office equipment consistently throughout the workday

🏢 Summary: Business Operations Manager role focused on leading and improving the SIOP process, cross-functional operational planning, and data-driven decision-making in a high-growth advanced manufacturing environment. The position partners across engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and data teams to optimize planning systems, analytics, governance, and operational performance. This onsite role in Torrance, CA emphasizes operational excellence, process improvement, and scalable business operations. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field, 5–8+ years of experience in business operations, S&OP/SIOP, program management, supply chain, production planning, or engineering operations, Experience in advanced manufacturing, electronics, aerospace, medical devices, or related technology-intensive sectors, Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to US export controls, Experience leading cross-functional projects involving data and business processes, Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and planning or analytics tools, Strong understanding of forecasting, capacity planning, inventory optimization, lead time management, and product lifecycle management, Excellent communication and cross-functional facilitation skills 📃 Skills: SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, o9, PowerBI, ERP, MRP, SIOP, S&OP, Analytics, Forecasting, Planning, Inventory, SupplyChain, KPIs, Automation 🏢 Description: Purpose The Business Operations Manager is a cross-functional leader responsible for enabling high-quality, data-driven decision-making, operational alignment, and communication across the organization. This role establishes and facilitates the business processes, operation rhythms, and governance that enable Engineering, Programs, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance and other functional teams to make informed decisions, manage risk, and execute against company priorities. This role will own and facilitate the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process, using it as the cross-functional forum to align demand, supply, capacity, inventory, and financial objectives. As the organization matures, the role will expand beyond SIOP to strengthen broader business operating mechanisms, improve cross-functional communication, enhance organizational visibility, and build scalable decision-making processes. Success in this role requires navigating ambiguity, translating complex data into actionable insights, aligning stakeholders with competing priorities, and continually improving the systems, analytics, and governance that support operational excellence in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. The Role • Lead and continually improve the company's monthly SIOP process, ensuring timely inputs, scenario analysis, and clear decisions at each step. • Facilitate structured business reviews that align Sales, Programs, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance and other functional teams around priorities, risks, dependencies, and execution plans. • Develop and maintain trusted reporting dashboards, KPIs, and data governance processes that provide leadership with accurate, actionable insights. • Partner closely with data science and digital teams to improve planning systems, reporting capabilities, automation, and analytics that support scalable business operations. • Identify cross-functional risks, constraints, and opportunities, driving mitigation plans and ensuring decisions are documented, communicated, and executed. • Partner with Finance and functional leaders to ensure operational plans support strategic and financial objectives. • Lead continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating existing processes, identifying inefficiencies and opportunities, partnering with functional leaders to design improved ways of working, and driving measurable improvements to operational performance. • Lead implementation of process improvements through excellent project management, stakeholder coordination and buy-in, defining business requirements, supporting software system development, driving change management, and ensuring successful adoption of new processes and tools. Basic Qualifications • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field • 5 – 8+ years of progressive experience in business operations, S&OP/SIOP, program management, supply chain, production planning, engineering operations, or other cross-functional operational leadership roles within advanced manufacturing, electronics, aerospace, medical devices, or related technology-intensive sectors • Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with a proven ability to influence and drive decisions cross-functionally and at all levels of an organization • Experience leading impactful cross-functional projects involving data and business processes • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced planning or analytics tools (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, o9, Power BI, or similar) • Solid understanding of key supply chain concepts: forecasting, capacity planning, inventory optimization, lead time management, and product lifecycle management Behavioral Competencies • Growth mindset with a track record of building or maturing processes • Comfort operating in fast-changing, ambiguous environments with imperfect data and time-constrained decisions • Systems thinker who can simplify complex data and business planning processes into high-level visuals and discussions for decision-making • Data-driven and highly analytical • Strong collaborator who breaks down functional silos and creates shared ownership of the plan • Bias for action with a focus on execution and measurable results • Highly organized and detail-oriented • Strong influencer and facilitator who can align senior leaders and technical teams around difficult tradeoff decisions Work Environment • This role is based onsite in the Torrance, CA office. Compensation • SIOP Manager (Lead) / S06: $133,580 - $183,680 • SIOP Manager (Principal) / S07: $154,300 - $212,160 What We Offer • Competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary incentive bonus opportunities • Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, year-end shutdown, and paid parental leave • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and PPO options • Company-sponsored life insurance and disability coverage • Learning and development reimbursement opportunities • Collaborative and high-performing work environment Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. Additional Information The company participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

🏢 Summary: Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer role focused on developing and scaling automated machining, assembly, anodizing, inspection, and cleaning processes for high-precision automotive, aerospace, and defense production. The position combines hands-on production support, CNC programming, process optimization, metrology, and manufacturing automation to improve throughput, quality, and scalability. Candidates will lead technical execution across machining and manufacturing operations while driving continuous improvement and DFM initiatives. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience, 8+ years of experience in aerospace or defense industries, Hands-on experience with additive manufacturing, robotics, coatings, and inspection/quality, Direct experience with machining, additive manufacturing, coatings, and inspection/quality, Proficiency with CAD/CAM software, Advanced knowledge of CNC machining, Advanced knowledge of GD&T, Experience with tooling and metrology, Experience evaluating, selecting, and commissioning manufacturing machines, Ability to work in cross-functional teams, Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, Ability to lawfully access US export-controlled information and technology 📃 Skills: SiemensNX, AutoCAD, CAD, CAM, CNC, GD&T, Metrology, Robotics, Automation, Machining, Anodizing, Inspection, Additive, Manufacturing, DFM, Calibration 🏢 Description: Purpose This role serves as the technical bridge between design/manufacturing engineers and the production team, with a core focus on developing scalable, high-reliability automated, machining, & inspection processes. This person is responsible for driving process improvements, solving complex production challenges, and helping to eliminate part flow blockers. Rather than simply supporting products, this engineer leads process innovation enabling rapid iteration, increasing production efficiency, and helping scale capabilities to meet program demands. The Role As the Senior Advance Manufacturing engineer, you will lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of day-to-day operations for machining, automated assembly, automated anodize, inspection, & cleaning work centers. You'll be one of the primary technical resources supporting these areas with troubleshooting production issues, refining the processes, and enabling scalability through smart programming, tooling/fixturing, documentation, and workflow improvements. This role is hands-on, fast-paced, and essential to delivering high-precision, high-reliability hardware across automotive, aerospace, and defense programs. The ideal candidate is well versed in aerospace production environment and has direct experience with supporting the production floor, DFM, machining, assembly, coating, metrology, & thrives on solving complex shop floor problems, and brings a strong process mindset to drive quality, speed, and consistency. Key Responsibilities Operations Support - Own daily production execution, working directly with production floor to resolve issues, and ensure steady throughput. - Develop and implement best practices, processes, strategies, and calibration procedures to improve operational capacity. - Monitor utilization and WIP flow through the work centers, help push/pull work as needed to maintain alignment with production targets. Technical Execution - Act as the technical bridge between design/manufacturing engineering and production teams. - Lead development, execution, and continuous improvement of machining, automated assembly, automated anodize, inspection, and cleaning work centers. - Collaborate on programming for 3-axis, 3+2, and 5-axis CNC mills using Siemens NX CAM software. - Provide feedback using advanced understanding of GD&T, tooling, feeds/speeds, and fixturing. - Introduce standardized strategies, programming conventions, and setup documentation to improve consistency and reduce cycle time. - Leverage metrology and inspection expertise to drive quality assurance in production. Process Development & Scalability - Help lead efforts to integrate new machines, equipment, tools, and fixturing into production; support commissioning. - Co-drive design-for-manufacturing (DFM) conversations with Manufacturing engineering to improve part manufacturability and reduce complexity at the machine. - Develop and implement innovative fixturing strategies tailored for complex additive manufactured geometries. - Support integration of automated machining technologies to enhance scalability and precision. Continuous Improvement & Documentation - Analyze data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and root causes of scrap or delays; implement corrective actions and process improvements. - Create and maintain detailed documentation to ensure consistency and repeatability across shifts and teams. - Collaborate with software and data teams to integrate production metrics and feedback loops into real-time dashboards and planning systems. Basic Qualifications - Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience - 8+ years of experience in aerospace or defense industries - Hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing techniques, including additive manufacturing, robotics, coatings, and inspection/quality - Direct experience with machining, additive manufacturing, coatings, and inspection/quality - Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., Siemens NX, AutoCAD) - Advanced knowledge of CNC machining, structure assembly, GD&T, tooling, and metrology - Experience evaluating, selecting and commissioning machines to meet manufacturing capabilities - Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to innovate in a fast-paced environment - Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams - Ability to work on multiple projects and initiatives in parallel Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or aerospace engineering - Experience with robotic machining systems and calibration methodologies - Experience with manufacturing automation in automotive or aerospace environments Work Environment - This is a hands-on position that will require standing for long durations of your day and working directly with hardware on the floor - Must be comfortable stooping, bending, and standing - Position may require occasional travel, long hours or weekend work Compensation - Senior Engineer / E05: $122,400 - $168,300 - Pay Range: $91,800—$168,300 USD What We Offer - Competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary incentive bonus opportunities - Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, and year-end shutdown - Paid parental leave - Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and PPO options - Company-sponsored life insurance and disability coverage - Learning and development reimbursement opportunities - Collaborative and high-performing work environment Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable protected characteristic. In order to adjust to changes in business needs, duties and responsibilities may be modified or reassigned as needed. E-Verify The company participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States after completion of Form I-9. Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment pursuant to applicable regulations.