Plant Manager

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9922 East Montgomery Avenue, #7 Spokane, WA 99206

IQEisaleadingglobalsupplierofcompoundsemiconductorwafersandadvancedmaterials.

Asoneoftheonlycompoundsemiconductorepitaxyfoundrieswithworldwidepresenceandscalablemanufacturing,IQEdrivestechnologygrowth.

Ourvisionistobethetopproviderofadvancedsemiconductormaterialsbydeliveringexceptionalquality,service,and innovation,makingusthefirstchoiceforcustomers.

Ourstrengthcomesfromourdiverse,expertworkforceandaculturebuiltonintegrity,accountability,excellence,teamwork,andvaluingpeople.

At IQE, we are committed to reaching Net Zero and creating a sustainable future. We actively strive to reduce our carbon footprint, invest in green initiatives, and embed sustainability into everything we do. Join us in driving meaningful changes and making a lasting impact on the environment.

The Plant Managerisresponsiblefortheoverallleadership ,performance,andoperationalexcellenceofthesubstratemanufacturingsite.

Thisroleholdsfullaccountabilityatthesitelevelforsafety,quality,delivery,cost,andpeopleleadership,whileensuringcompliancewithregulatory,customer,andcorporatestandards.

The Plant Managerpartnerscloselywith Engineering ,EHS,HR,Finance,andGlobal

Operationstoachievebusinessobjectivesanddrivecontinuousimprovement.

• Provideoverallleadershipandaccountabilityforsiteoperations,ensuringalignmentwithIQEbusinessobjectives,safety standards,andperformanceexpectations.
• Lead and manage all site functions including manufacturing, engineering, facilities, EHS, quality, and support teams.
• Own site performance across key metrics: safety, quality, yield,delivery,cost,productivity,andemployeeengagement.
• Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, yield and cost improvement).
• Ensurecompliancewithallregulatory,environmental,safety,quality,andcustomerrequirements,includingauditreadinessandcorrectiveactions.
• Partner with Engineering and Operations to support process optimization, equipment readiness, and new technology introductions.
• Develop, coach and retain a high-performance leadership team while fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with HR on workforce planning, talent development, succession planning, and employee relations.
• Own site financial performance, including budgeting, cost control, forecasting, and capital planning in partnership with Finance.
• Lead change management initiatives to support growth, capacity expansion, and organizational transformation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or related technical discipline (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in semiconductor manufacturing or advanced materials.
• Proven experience leading a manufacturing site or large production organization.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality systems.
• Demonstrated success driving operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

• Professional Development and career pathways
• Market competitive base salaries reviewed bi-annually
• Comprehensive health insurance offering medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage.
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance.
• Long service awards 5,10,15,20,25 and 30 years
• Values based recognition awards
• Employee Assistance Program (Free family, legal, financial and counselling support 24/7 Access)
• 401k Plan with company match of upto 50% on the first 6% of the employees’ contributions

IQE is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity at all levels. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.