Manufacturing Operations Program Manager

About the Company

Etched is building the world’s first AI inference system purpose-built for transformers - delivering over 10x higher performance and dramatically lower cost and latency than a B200. Backed by hundreds of millions from top-tier investors, Etched is redefining the infrastructure layer for the fastest growing industry in history.

Responsibilities

• Own manufacturing execution at Taiwan-based Tier 1 contract manufacturer for L6/L10/L11 production
• Serve as the primary communication bridge between the Taiwan factory and Etched's cross-functional teams
• Lead factory capacity planning by tracking equipment readiness and developing mass production ramp scenarios
• Partner with contract manufacturers and materials teams to optimize weekly production schedules
• Oversee production performance across SMT, mechanical assembly, and test operations
• Drive resolution of manufacturing issues including DFM/DFx improvements and yield optimization
• Coordinate new product introduction (NPI) builds, mass production ramps, and engineering change orders (ECOs)
• Provide real-time visibility into production status and drive corrective actions

Requirements

• 8+ years experience in data center product manufacturing operations, OPM, Contract Manufacturing, or TPM roles
• Proven track record working with tier 1 CMs in Taiwan or Asia-based fabs
• Ability to travel regularly to the factory and manage execution in person
• Excellent communication skills
• Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English preferred
• Skilled at managing escalations and coordinating across time zones

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering background in electrical, mechanical, or packaging domains
• Experience with MP ramp planning or cost-of-yield improvement initiatives