2025 Director of Operations Application

Location: Berkeley, California (On-Site)

Company Overview: 

Solideon is a leader in advanced manufacturing, leveraging robotics and proprietary technology to build autonomous micro-factories capable of producing, assembling, and inspecting entire structures without human intervention. We aim to push the boundaries of manufacturing to shape a future where technology and humanity intersect.

Position Overview: 

Solideon is a two-year-old company shifting from an R&D mindset toward production. The Director of Operations will report to the CEO and be a key member in developing scalable habits for a software-driven manufacturing solution. This role is for someone who loves to work hard, believes nothing is impossible, and is willing to roll up their sleeves and get dirty.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the efforts to ensure Solideon’s 20,000 sq. ft. factory in Berkeley, CA, is running smoothly
  • Assist with the implementation of ISO9001, AS9100D, and other manufacturing and operational standards
  • Build out the processes that enable the successful completion and delivery of customer parts
  • Develop an operation plan for forward-deployed manufacturing cells
  • Help facilitate future Department of Defense contract opportunities
  • Work closely with the R&D and Manufacturing teams to develop processes to reduce operational efficiencies to transition from an R&D mindset toward production
  • Manage vendors, suppliers, partners, as well as internal and external stakeholders
  • Audit and implement steps to improve operational procedure
  • Leadership and organization for special projects
  • Lead the operations and engineering team to ensure customer satisfaction is high

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in mechanical engineering, supply chain management, or a related field
  • 2+ years of experience in an advanced manufacturing environment.
  • 3+ years of experience at a high-growth, venture-backed hardware company
  • May require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level.

Preferred Skills:

  • Ability to communicate in Spanish, in addition to English
  • Greenbelt or higher in Six Sigma
  • Capable use of general and power tools
  • Basic carpentry, welding, or metal fabrication skills

Why Solideon?

Join a dynamic, forward-thinking startup at the cutting edge of advanced manufacturing.

Contribute to innovative projects that aim to reshape the future of production. 

California-Specific Employment Information:

Per California labor laws:

  • Compensation will be based on experience and will comply with California’s minimum wage requirements.
  • Solideon offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and more options.
  • This position complies with California’s mandated break and rest period laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  

  • Solideon values diversity and inclusivity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status.
  • U.S. Person status is required as this position may involve work related to the Department of Defense.
  • We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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