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.