Module Engineering Manager

Posted:
8/11/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Essex Junction, Vermont, United States ⋅ Vermont, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Operations & Logistics

About GlobalFoundries: 

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com. 


Summary of Role: 

GlobalFoundries is looking for a strong technical leader to join our world-class 200mm Manufacturing Engineering Manufacturing team in our Essex Junction, VT location. 200mm Manufacturing Engineering Managers at GlobalFoundries are responsible for leading teams to own the fabs balanced scorecard metrics (Quality, Cost, Delivery, Value, Team) for a Manufacturing toolset in support 200mm manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have experience with managing teams in a manufacturing environment and in developing strategies to meet factory targets while possessing a project management skillset to implement these strategies is essential.   


Essential Responsibilities include: 

  • Work across organizations to enable improved processes and teamwork including Technology Development, Characterization, Quality, ISC, and Procurement 
  • Effectively lead an engineering team to complete complex deliverable and make appropriate engineering-based decisions
  • Lead a 24x7 semiconductor maintenance organization
  • Review daily goals/priorities, project status, and qualification timelines and ensure appropriate actions to resolve open issues
  • Establish and execute specific module plans and strategies to support the fab to achieve manufacturing KPIs. These include cycle time, line yield, and OEE (overall equipment efficiency)
  • Establish process capability and ensure technical results and program needs in conjunction with fab operations, other engineering groups and suppliers
  • Define robust processes for the engineering teams to execute technical evaluation of competing process solutions against defined requirements and guidelines.
  • Coordinate engineering activities to meet manufacturing objectives and technology milestones
  • Drive to meet fab operational uptime goals through effective process recovery execution and process technician skills pipeline/training plans
  • Lead continuous improvement projects to optimize processes with regards to process stability and wafer yield
  • Identify ways to control costs while sustaining and improving operational systems for Fab operation
  • Participate in Continuous Improvement programs and follow Lean Manufacturing practices in the department to improve productivity and cost effectiveness
  • Evaluate fab-wide business processes for improvement opportunities, and lead teams to execute.
  • Mentor technical and management resources across the organization

People Management responsibilities include:

  • Establish a work environment characterized by mutual trust and respect, open and honest communications, teamwork, and a passion for winning
  • Complete performance evaluations and career development plans
  • Manage resources effectively to support customer delivery requirements
  • Motivate and coach the team to operational success
  • Consistently promote high standards through personal example so that each member of the team understands the standards and behaviors expected of them
  • Communicate Fab status and strategy in a manner that each employee understands
  • Manage all personnel matters following Company Policies
  • Administer employment policies and procedures to ensure a positive work environment
  • Carry out incident, accident, and non-conformity investigations as needed

Other Responsibilities: 

  • Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs
  • Other duties as assigned by manager / supervisor


Required Qualifications: 

  • Education - BS Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Solid State Physics or discipline or equivalent experience
  • Experience - minimum of 8 years previous semiconductor engineering management experience, demonstrated experience in leading teams in a complex manufacturing environment
  • Individual must be well versed in all Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Travel – up to 10% 
  • Fluent in English Language – both written & verbal 
  • Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, energetic and self-starter 
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization and experience in working with external constituencies 
  • Strong organizational skills along with demonstrated ability to manage a Shift team of supervisors and technicians 
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and able to react to shifting priorities to meet business need 
  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments 
  • Individuals will be and must be able to understand complex automated systems and human interactions


Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Master's Degree in related field, plus 7 years' semiconductor manufacturing leadership experience
  • PhD in related field, plus 6 years' semiconductor manufacturing leadership experience

Expected Salary Range

$128,100.00 - $234,500.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. 

 

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations. 

 

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. 

 

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law