Gas and Chemical Systems (GCS) Operations Manager

Samsung Electronics • Taylor, TX

13d • $131,000 - $200,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The Gas and Chemical Systems (GCS) Operations Manager is responsible for the safe operation of gas and chemical supply to the site. The role oversees control room shifts, the incident response and planning team, maintenance teams, and the GCS Planning & Support team. It leads multiple teams responsible for daily equipment management and the safe, effective execution of 24/7 gas and chemical supply operations, coordinating with engineering, maintenance, and vendor-led teams.

The manager advances safety, equipment reliability, and operational performance; develops teams and employees; manages annual expense budgets; and supports planning and hiring for a new facility. The position also represents the department and site in interactions with external agencies, vendors, contractors, and Samsung fabs globally, and ensures operations and documentation comply with applicable OSHA, EPA, and local agency standards.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering as preferred, at least eight years of facilities or semiconductor manufacturing experience, and at least four years leading technician teams in a large-scale manufacturing environment. The position is full-time and on-site. The stated base salary range is $131,000–$200,500; compensation may also include incentive programs and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred.
• At least 8 years of experience in facilities or semiconductor manufacturing.
• At least 4 years of experience leading technician teams in a large-scale manufacturing environment.
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to personally represent the group in matters involving internal and external executives.
• Employment may be contingent on verifying U.S. Person status or the employer obtaining any necessary export license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of gas and chemical systems through control room teams.
• Develop the newly formed incident response and planning team to support urgent field response needs.
• Lead and participate in safety initiatives, programs, and activities.
• Improve equipment and parts management using lean principles.
• Monitor alarms and system health, and provide first-level response to equipment issues.
• Represent the department and site to external groups and agencies.
• Develop and manage annual expense budgets.
• Support safety and quality projects that improve GCS system performance and reliability.
• Promote learning, development, and job satisfaction within the group.
• Lead team planning and hiring to sustain an operations team for a new facility.
• Lead technician forums to foster collaboration and proactive safety actions and protocols.
• Increase employee knowledge and competencies to support safety innovation.
• Establish and reinforce site and team goals; drive improvement through vision, resource management, and prioritization.
• Anticipate future needs and guide the organization toward effective strategies.
• Advance and support Facilities strategies and initiatives for safety, reliability, and performance.
• Represent the department and site in commercial and strategic matters with current and prospective vendors and contractors.
• Collaborate with Samsung fabs globally, including in Korea and China, to develop shared understanding and strategy.
• Ensure operations and documentation meet OSHA, EPA, and local agency standards.
• Partner with the site Environmental Health & Safety department to maintain robust safety operations.
• Promote employee learning, self-improvement, and progression, and attract and develop expertise in key areas.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) matching with immediate vesting.
• Onsite cafés and workout facilities.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Paid time off, including two personal holidays and 10 regular holidays.
• Wellness incentives.
• Eligible full-time employees may receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager