Manufacturing Operations Engineer (2026 New College Graduate)
About The Position
GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com. New College Graduates Overview: We offer many full-time employment paths for recent graduates, which provide accelerated training in a fast-paced work environment, cross-functional working opportunities, and talent mobility. New college graduates are provided with mentorship, networking, and leadership opportunities, which give our new team members life-long connections and skills. Summary of Role: Fab 8 is seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to support day-to-day operations in its advanced, highly automated 300mm wafer fabrication facility in Malta, New York. This role operates on a compressed 12-hour shift schedule (3–4 days on/off), and candidates must be willing to work any shift in our 24/7 manufacturing environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field from an accredited degree program.
- Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.
- Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)
- Must be willing to work any shift in our 24/7 manufacturing environment.
- This role operates on a compressed 12-hour shift schedule (3–4 days on/off).
Nice To Haves
- Prior related internship or co-op experience.
- Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
- Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong planning & organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and able to react to shifting priorities to meet business needs.
- Individual must be well versed in all Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Manage daily manufacturing operations, factory capacity, cycle time, and output goals through effective lot release, run planning, and bottleneck management.
- Maximize tool utilization and production flow through dispatch troubleshooting, WIP analysis, preventive maintenance coordination, and automation systems.
- Collaborate with equipment and process engineering on priorities, qualifications, and timelines while tracking critical lots and driving continuous improvement.
- Lead teams through clear communication and delegation, serve as point of contact during coverage gaps or crises, and ensure compliance with safety, training, and performance standards.
- Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
