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Sanmina israel

Industrial

The Sanmina facility in Ma’alot, Israel, specializes in the integrated manufacturing of highly complex industrial systems. Our core expertise lies in high-mix, low-to-mid-volume production requiring sophisticated integration across multiple technologies, including:

  • Electronics & PCBA
  • Motion Control
  • Fluidics Systems (e.g., fluid and ink management)


Advanced Mechanical & Metal Capabilities
A key differentiator is our robust internal capability in the mechanical domain, which encompasses:

  • Precision Machining
  • Sheet Metal Fabrication
  • Welding
  • Painting and Finishings


Full Product Lifecycle Partnership
We operate as a full-service partner, providing support throughout the entire product lifecycle to ensure a seamless transition to production. We engage with our customers from the earliest stages of the product journey:

  • Development and Engineering Support
  • New Product Introduction (NPI)
  • High-Level Serial Production

A prime example of our specialized capability is the manufacturing of advanced digital and industrial printing systems for global technology leaders.

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Medical Systems

Sanmina offers comprehensive “full turnkey” manufacturing, from supply

 chain and component sourcing to assembly, validation, testing, and delivery. We meet strict regulatory and quality standards (ISO 13485, FDA registered). Our services include NPI and design transfer for high-volume production of new prototypes.

We partner with diverse OEMs, from startups to global leaders, introducing cutting-edge and legacy medical products. Our capabilities range from simple products to complex surgical robotic systems.

Our employees are proud to provide health solutions globally, recognizing “when you touch the product, you touch the patient.”

Semiconductor

Sanmina’s Ma’alot, Israel, facility is a leading manufacturer and strategic partner for global high-tech customers, specializing in complex Capital Equipment for Semiconductor and other demanding industries. Our customer base includes KLA, NOVA, YASKAWA, and digital printing system manufacturers.

We offer end-to-end integration and technical capabilities, excelling in multi-disciplinary integration of high-mix, low-to-mid-volume systems, combining electronics, PCBA, motion control, and fluidics.

Our key differentiator is robust internal mechanical fabrication, including full metal production, precision machining, welding, and finishings. We also build and operate dedicated Clean Rooms for sensitive systems in the Semiconductor and Medical sectors.

We partner with customers across the full product lifecycle: development and engineering support, New Product Introduction (NPI), and serial production with flexible global supply chain management.

Certifications

The Ma’alot facility holds strict international certifications and quality approvals, enabling the production of advanced products for highly regulated industries. Key certifications include:

FDA Registered

MDSAP Certified
by BSI

AS9100D

ISO 14001 by NQA

ISO 9001:2015 by NQA

13485:2016 Certified by BSI

FAQ

Explore answers to frequently asked questions about Sanmina Israel — including our technologies, certifications, workforce, sustainability efforts, and global supply chain solutions.

Manufacturing Capabilities & Technologies

Sanmina Israel operates a wide range of advanced manufacturing capabilities: SMT lines for complex electronic assemblies, precision machining for medical metal parts, metal enclosures and welding, automated powder and wet paint lines, and full electro-mechanical integration including assembly, testing, packaging, and shipping. This enables us to deliver a true one-stop-shop solution.

Yes. We support High Mix / Low Volume for medical start-ups requiring flexibility, and High Volume / Low Mix for global customers seeking large production runs at competitive costs.

We specialize in building highly complex, life-saving medical systems. Key strengths include:

  • High-Level Assembly (HLA): complete systems such as MRI/CT equipment, robotic surgical platforms, diagnostic devices, and patient monitoring systems.

  • Multi-disciplinary integration: combining electronics, mechanics, optics, and fluidics in a single manufacturing flow.

  • PCBA (Electronics Assembly): automated SMT lines for PCB population.

  • Precision Machining: manufacturing of exact medical/mechanical components.

  • Metal Enclosures & Welding: design and production of housings and frames.

  • Mechanical & System Assembly: integration of sub-assemblies and full systems, including plastics, cables, and electronics.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

The site is certified to ISO 13485 for medical device manufacturing, ISO 9001 for quality management, ISO 14001 for environmental management, and ISO 45001 for safety. We are FDA registered and hold MDSAP certification, enabling audits across the US, Canada, Australia, Brazil, and Japan.

We implement full IQ/OQ/PQ processes, perform testing at every production stage, and maintain complete component traceability. A dedicated quality department with medical specialists supports customers from development through serial production.

Workforce & Expertise

The site employs several hundred people, with a significant portion directly engaged in medical systems—production engineers, quality professionals, technicians, skilled operators, and project managers—ensuring complete customer support.

Our teams have deep multi-disciplinary expertise, particularly in mechatronics. Years of experience in complex system manufacturing enable them to handle advanced technologies while ensuring strict compliance and precise processes.

Sanmina invests in ongoing professional training, offers global career paths, and provides a stable workplace with advanced benefits. Employee turnover is relatively low thanks to high commitment and a strong sense of belonging.

Customers & Market Engagement

We partner with leading global medical device companies as well as Israeli start-ups. While we cannot disclose names due to confidentiality, we cover areas such as diagnostics, imaging, cardiology, urology, and therapeutic equipment.

Absolutely. We provide tailored models for start-ups, including Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Test (DFT), and quick-turn prototyping, ensuring smooth and error-free transfer from development to production.

Sustainability & ESG

Sanmina adheres to high ESG standards. Our Israel site is ISO 14001 certified, implements waste reduction programs, uses green energy, and follows Sanmina’s global sustainability policies.

Global Presence & Supply Chain

As part of Sanmina worldwide, we have access to a global procurement network with thousands of approved suppliers, transfer-of-manufacturing capabilities across sites, and distributed supply chain management. This ensures production continuity even during global shortages.

  • Harmonized Standards: equipment and processes aligned across plants.

  • Shared IT Systems: one global IT backbone ensuring visibility and consistency.

  • Structured Engineering Processes: formal transfer protocols guarantee smooth handover of tools, knowledge, and processes without compromising quality.

lobal Supply Chain: wide access to efficient procurement and cost reduction.

  • Flexible Transfer of Manufacturing: seamless relocation of production between sites depending on market/customer needs.
  • Shared Knowledge & Expertise: leveraging the experience of Sanmina’s worldwide facilities for cross-disciplinary synergy.

Business & Financial Advantage

By combining local manufacturing in Israel with global sourcing, using advanced automation, and applying Lean Manufacturing, we deliver attractive Total Cost of Ownership—balancing high quality, short lead times, and reduced risk.