Manufacturing Operations Manager

Manufacturing Operations Manager - AMPeers

Location: Houston, TX, on-site

Department: Engineering

Salary: Based on experience

Background & Job Description

Discovered at the University of Houston in 1987, high temperature superconductors (HTS) deliver dramatically higher current densities than copper and aluminum with zero resistance.

AMPeers is a technology startup out of Houston, TX, developing next-generation HTS tapes and symmetric tape round (STAR®) superconducting wires. In collaboration with the University of Houston, our technology enables the widespread adoption of superconductors in fusion magnets, power transmission, and next-generation electric machines.

As we transition from pilot-scale production to commercial manufacturing, we are building out our first dedicated production facility in Houston. The Manufacturing Operations Manager will own the commissioning of that facility and manage day-to-day operations.

Job Responsibilities

Lead facility commissioning including infrastructure set up, equipment installation, utility coordination, and contractor management

Develop SOPs, EHS protocols, and quality systems from the ground up for an advanced materials manufacturing environment

Manage chemical handling procedures for process gases and solvents in compliance with OSHA and local regulations

Coordinate with the equipment engineering team on tool qualification, preventive maintenance, and uptime targets

Manage facility vendors and consumables suppliers

Build and develop the operations team as headcount scales

Requirements

Comfort standing up systems and processes without a template

Direct experience in a capital-equipment-intensive process manufacturing environment (semiconductor, thin film, roll-to-roll, battery, solar, or specialty materials)

Experience managing facility buildouts, equipment commissioning, or contractor coordination

5+ years in manufacturing operations, process engineering, or plant management

Preferred Requirements

Hands-on familiarity with vacuum systems or deposition tools (CVD, PVD, ALD, or similar)

Experience writing SOPs and implementing safety or quality programs

Background in cryogenic, high-vacuum, or thin film materials environments

Prior experience at an early-stage or scaling manufacturing operation

What We Offer

Medical coverage (HMO and PPO plan options)

Dental coverage with 100% no-deductible preventive care

Vision coverage

Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance

401(k) plan with company contribution

AMPeers is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.