Production Manager

Job Details:

Job Location:

Milipitas, CA 95035, Position Type:
Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $ - $ Salary/year,

Job Shift: Days,

TITLE:

PRODUCTION MANAGER

FLSA: EXEMPT

REPORTS TO:

DIRECTOR, WAFER MANUFACTURING

Under the direction of the Director of Wafer Manufacturing, the Production Manager is responsible for ensuring all objectives are consistently attained in the areas of quality, productivity, yield, and cost; overseeing the work, training, and performance of operators, technicians, and supervisors; developing, implementing, and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s), including preparing and maintain production reports; and analyzing quality controls to ensure standards are met.

This position is located in Milpitas, California.

• Oversees and directs the work of the Operators, Technicians, and Supervisors evaluates performance, establishes goals, and makes employment-related decisions such as promotions, hiring, and terminations
• Ensures that all objectives are consistently attained in the areas of quality, productivity, yield, and cost
• Establishes appropriate workforce targets and collaborates with Staffing and Production Supervisors to ensure that recruitment targets are met consistently
• Develops, implements, and monitors Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for production and quality goals
• Prepares, maintains, and presents production reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
• Measures and continuously improves compliance in all aspects of manufacturing, including Operators, Supervisors, and Technicians
• Works with the equipment maintenance team to qualify and maintain tools and/or equipment; schedules repairs during production down-time to minimize line disruption
• Reviews, monitors, and prioritizes multiple product flows
• Responds to inquiries from other departments or groups regarding production issues
• Maintains compliance with Headway's quality policy and ensures compliance with ISO 9001:2015 requirements
• Manage and mentor direct reports regarding Headway’s Quality Management System (QMS) as it relates to their job function
• Sustain and provide continual improvements to the QMS as required by job function
• Identifies gaps in the production process and makes recommendations which reduce scrap, improve quality, and minimize cycle time
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level*

* Other duties of a similar nature or level are duties that may be required, but may not be specifically listed in the job description or posting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Manufacturing, or equivalent relevant experience
• Five years of increasing challenging experience working in a manufacturing environment in the semiconductor industry
• Two years of experience in a management or supervisory role in a manufacturing or production environment
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications

• Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices, and techniques
• Knowledge of semiconductor industry specifically wafer fab production
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations
• Knowledge and ability to use Statistical Process Control and Lean Manufacturing techniques
• Able to establish and implement KPI’s to monitor and measure production performance
• Able to analyze data, create various reports, and recommend corrective action
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, consultants, employees, and management
• Able to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management
• Able to comply with all safety…