Director, Global Operations Engineering
Job Description
Who we are
Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.
Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, Equipment Monitoring, and Site Visibility. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.
About the role:
Samsara is seeking a dynamic leader and technology manufacturing expert to spearhead our IoT products manufacturing. This individual will be accountable for leveraging technology and operational excellence to ensure the production of high-quality products. The role involves close collaboration with a cross-functional team of engineers, program managers, supply chain managers, and joint design manufacturers to launch new products from prototypes to mass production. The successful candidate will lead a team of manufacturing and quality engineers, monitor yield metrics, manage line capacity, and design processes to meet operational requirements.
This is a remote position based in the United States.
In this role, you will:
- Develop Vision and Strategy: Build the global operations engineering organization by setting a clear vision and operational execution plan, aligning with Samsara’s commitment to long-term building.
- New Product Development: Enhance capabilities to develop and launch new products while maintaining high manufacturing quality standards.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with engineering and supply chain management teams to identify manufacturing requirements, qualify production lines, and deploy solutions.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with broader operations teams to identify problems, conduct Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) processes, and resolve line issues.
- Technology Implementation: Deploy analytical and efficiency tools such as Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to monitor factory quality and enable continuous improvements.
- People Strategy Execution: Drive a talent strategy through hiring external candidates and developing internal talent, ensuring team members receive development opportunities and coaching to realize their full potential.
- Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices
- Hire, develop and lead an inclusive, engaged, and high performing team
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering fields; a Master’s degree is highly preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with expertise in high-volume production in a contract manufacturing setting, including 4+ years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience working with joint design and contract manufacturers to develop and qualify production lines.
An ideal candidate also has:
- Ability to manage multiple initiatives and priorities under tight deadlines.
- A creative approach to problem-solving with hands-on experience on the factory floor.
- Flexibility to quickly adapt to changing directions or new priorities.
- Capability to write standard operating procedures for test and assembly manufacturing processes.
- Detail-oriented with strong communication skills to interact with cross-functional teams and executive leadership.
- Ability to influence others and work within cross-functional teams to make critical decisions.
Samsara’s Compensation Philosophy: Samsara’s compensation program is designed to deliver Total Direct Compensation (based on role, level, and geography) that is at or above market. We do this through our base salary + bonus/variable + restricted stock unit awards (RSUs) for eligible roles. For eligible roles, a new hire RSU award may be awarded at the time of hire, and additional RSU refresh grants may be awarded annually.
We pay for performance, and top performers in eligible roles may receive above-market equity refresh awards which allow employees to achieve higher market positioning.
The range of annual base salary for full-time employees for this position is below. Please note that base pay offered may vary depending on factors including your city of residence, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
$139,160—$248,500 USD
At Samsara, we welcome everyone regardless of their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, and other characteristics protected by law. We depend on the unique approaches of our team members to help us solve complex problems. We are committed to increasing diversity across our team and ensuring that Samsara is a place where people from all backgrounds can make an impact.
Benefits
Full time employees receive a competitive total compensation package along with employee-led remote and flexible working, health benefits, Samsara for Good charity fund, and much, much more. Take a look at our Benefits site to learn more.
Accommodations
Samsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email [email protected] or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.
Flexible Working
At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual’s ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable.
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Date Posted
09/24/2024
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