CVD Process Supervisor

Samsung • Taylor, TX

1d • $69,070 - $156,950 • Onsite

About The Position

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At SAS, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. Come innovate with us! Position Summary In your role as a CVD Process Supervisor, you'll be responsible for preventing performance and quality issues from occurring in equipment used in production process. You'll also maximize investment efficiency by carrying out scientific and economical maintenance tasks for equipment used in production process. Lastly, you'll conduct maintenance of equipment used in production process without any environmental safety-related accidents.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or related discipline (or equivalent semiconductor fab experience).
• 9+ years semiconductor fabrication experience.
• 5+ years supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience supporting tool install, startup, or new fab ramp activities.
• Strong understanding of SPC, defect control, and process qualification methodology.
• Experience working in 24/7 high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of basic safety protocols (ladder safety, how to read MSDS, wearing PPE, etc.)
• Basic project management skills.
• Be proficient with Microsoft Windows based applications.

Nice To Haves

• Internship or engineering project work in a semiconductor fab, research lab, or advanced materials startup.
• Exposure to SPC, Six Sigma, Lean manufacturing, or other statistical process tools.
• Prior experience with equipment facilitation and qualification.
• Knowledge of fault detection and classification (FDC) or data collection. systems for the purpose of advanced equipment troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• New Factory & Tool Setup Leadership Support tool installation and startup in coordination with Equipment and Process Engineering teams.
• Lead technician execution of post-setup process qualification (Process Qual) runs.
• Ensure tools meet readiness criteria prior to volume manufacturing.
• Maintain shift-level ownership of startup performance and execution discipline.
• Supervise Process Technicians during assigned shift (day or night).
• Provide hands-on guidance during qualification runs and abnormal events.
• Mentor technicians on process control fundamentals, SPC chart interpretation, defect trend analysis, and escalation protocols.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide continuous coaching.
• Foster a culture of accountability, technical rigor, and operational discipline.
• Ensure timely and disciplined review of SPC charts, control limit violations, Cp/Cpk trends, and inline defect inspection data.
• Hold technicians accountable for initial data review and disposition.
• Drive proactive identification of process instability or yield risk.
• Escalate abnormalities per defined escalation matrix.
• Act as primary shift-level escalation point for SPC violations, tool qualification failures, defect excursions, and safety incidents.
• Ensure rapid communication to Process Engineering, Equipment Engineering, and Quality teams.
• Maintain strong documentation and clear shift-to-shift handoffs.
• Develop structured training plans aligned with factory ramp milestones.
• Build technician skill matrices and certification pathways.
• Roadmap technician progression from basic operations to advanced qualification ownership.
• Partner with manufacturing leadership to identify and develop high-potential technicians.
• Establish long-term technician capability strategy to support sustained production growth.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, cleanroom protocol, and contamination control standards.
• Monitor WIP flow and support efficient qualification throughput.
• Lead shift meetings and ensure clear communication across teams.
• Track and report KPIs related to qualification success rate, output vs target, tool readiness, and safety performance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE
• Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree