Electronics Production Manager - IOT

As an Electronics Production Manager - IoT at Living Things, you will play a crucial role in managing full-scale production through OEMs/ODMs, optimizing mass production lines for IoT hardware, and ensuring timely, flexible, and cost-effective deliveries. Your deep expertise in electronics manufacturing and IoT production management will be utilized to oversee production planning, implement QA/QC protocols, and collaborate with engineering teams. If you are passionate about making a difference in the energy and sustainability sector, this opportunity is for you. **Key Responsibilities:** - Manage full-scale production through OEMs/ODMs, including factory onboarding, production planning, and delivery coordination. - Design and optimize mass production lines for IoT hardware, with scalability to 10+ lakh units. - Oversee Production Planning and Control (PPC) to ensure timely, flexible, and cost-effective deliveries. - Define and implement QA/QC protocols, incoming inspection, line testing, and outbound quality checks. - Coordinate with Chinese OEMs/vendors on procurement, tooling, test jigs, and batch production. - Travel as required to China and key Indian cities for factory audits, pilot runs, and production supervision. - Maintain production dashboards and ensure traceability, documentation, and compliance. **Must-Have Qualifications:** - 8+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing or IoT production management. - Proven track record of scaling production lines to 10L+ units. - Strong experience in managing OEM/ODM relationships, especially with Chinese manufacturing partners. - Deep knowledge of PPC processes, production flexibility, and just-in-time (JIT) strategies. - Expertise in QA/QC systems design, batch testing, and electronics quality standards. - Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to production line challenges. - Willingness to travel frequently for production supervision. **Preferred:** - Prior experience in IoT products using ESP32, EC200U, LoRa, or similar modules. - Knowledge of ERP/MRP tools and manufacturing dashboards. - Mandarin/Chinese language skills (bonus). - Familiarity with certifications (e.g., CE, BIS, RoHS) and compliance testing. Living Things is on a mission to build a sustainable future through intelligent energy management, and as a part of their team, you will have the opportunity to lead production at a fast-scaling IoT company impacting energy and sustainability. If you are ready for a new challenge and a great work environment, apply today to take your career to the next level.,