Director of Front End Manufacturing

vor 2 Wochen


Itzehoe, Deutschland EU031 Vishay Siliconix Itzehoe GmbH Vollzeit

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled professional to lead our Wafer Fabrication Operations team as a Senior Director. This is a global role that can be located anywhere in the world, with preferred locations including our division headquarters in San Jose, California or near one of our many global manufacturing sites.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the Wafer Fabrication Operations team, including process engineers, equipment engineers, tool operators, and equipment maintenance technicians, to ensure efficient and effective wafer production.
  • Develop and implement strategies to improve fab operations uptime, production cycle time, yield, and operational productivity.
  • Manage key subcontractor relationships with suppliers that support fab operations, including tools, materials, chemicals, and gases.
  • Interface with industry, universities, and national laboratories to stay up-to-date with the latest developments and create pipelines for key talent.
  • Forecast and track fab operation costs and ensure they are under control and within budget.
  • Implement a culture of continuous operational improvement within the Fab Operations team.
  • Manage foundries to ensure same KPIs execution as internal manufacturing, including yield and cost improvement.

Requirements:

  • A Master's degree in material science, chemistry, physics, or electrical engineering.
  • A minimum of 15 years of management experience, with at least 10 years in Front End wafer Fab management positions.
  • Experience in developing and implementing new Fab from greenfield will be a positive addition.
  • Extensive knowledge of 8D, OCAPs, and work instructions.
  • Familiarity with SPC, FDC, and automation systems.
  • Ability to work tactically and strategically on optimizing WIP management, cycle time, and wafer cost to maximize factory performance.
  • Understanding of basic principles of films, diffusion, implant, etch, CMP, cleaning, and photo processes.
  • Experience in leading large organizations.
  • A strong leader who can effectively communicate to create a strong team environment, inspire excellence, and followership.
  • Capable of being a promoter of cross-functional collaboration and leadership, fostering a positive and cohesive team across the site.

What We Offer:

Vishay Siliconix Itzehoe GmbH offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs, including health care coverage, financial support programs, and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Vishay Siliconix Itzehoe GmbH is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from qualified candidates and are an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.



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