Overview Of The Position
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead semiconductor equipment production and assembly. You will drive operational excellence, ensuring top-tier quality and on-time delivery through cross-functional leadership, resource optimization, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Production & Assembly Management:
- Plan, schedule, and manage daily assembly operations for complex semiconductor equipment.
- Ensure production output meets design specifications, quality standards, and delivery timelines.
- Coordinate with Planning, Engineering, QA, and Logistics to ensure alignment on production goals.
- Monitor WIP (Work-In-Progress) and bottlenecks, taking corrective actions to avoid delays.
- People Management:
- Lead, train, and motivate a team of supervisors, technicians, and assemblers.
- Manage team performance, set clear KPIs, and conduct regular performance reviews.
- Promote a culture of discipline, safety, accountability, and teamwork.
- Quality & Compliance:
- Implement and maintain rigorous in-process quality checks and final testing standards.
- Work closely with QA to resolve non-conformance issues and implement corrective actions.
- Support internal and customer audits as required.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for process improvement using lean manufacturing, 6S, and Kaizen.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives through process optimization, scrap reduction, and yield improvement.
- Collaborate with Engineering on design-for-manufacturing (DFM) improvements.
- Equipment and Resource Management:
- Ensure availability and maintenance of assembly tools, jigs, fixtures, and equipment.
- Oversee material usage and inventory control in coordination with warehouse and material teams.
- Support the implementation of MES or ERP systems for better tracking and control.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in production/assembly, including 3+ years in a managerial or supervisory role.
- Experience in semiconductor capital equipment manufacturing or high-tech system integration is highly preferred.
- Strong background in metal box-build assembly (e.g., Power Box, PDU), including fabrication processes like welding and coating.
- Familiarity with electrical and functional testing equipment and procedures for box builds.
- Proficient in GD&T and 3D CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo).
- Proven ability to lead Cross-Functional Teams (CFT) for capacity planning to ensure On-Time Delivery (OTD).
- Strong expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles and problem-solving methodologies to drive quality and efficiency.
- Fluency in Mandarin is preferred to interact seamlessly with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders.
