Production Manager (53000)

Headway Technologies•Milipitas, CA

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Wafer Manufacturing, the Production Manager is responsible for ensuring all objectives are consistently attained in the areas of quality, productivity, yield, and cost; overseeing the work, training, and performance of operators, technicians, and supervisors; developing, implementing, and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s), including preparing and maintain production reports; and analyzing quality controls to ensure standards are met. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Manufacturing, or equivalent relevant experience
Five years of increasing challenging experience working in a manufacturing environment in the semiconductor industry
Two years of experience in a management or supervisory role in a manufacturing or production environment
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices, and techniques
Knowledge of semiconductor industry specifically wafer fab production
Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations
Knowledge and ability to use Statistical Process Control and Lean Manufacturing techniques
Able to establish and implement KPI’s to monitor and measure production performance
Able to analyze data, create various reports, and recommend corrective action
Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, consultants, employees, and management
Able to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management
Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
Flexible and able to prioritize

Responsibilities

Oversees and directs the work of the Operators, Technicians, and Supervisors evaluates performance, establishes goals, and makes employment-related decisions such as promotions, hiring, and terminations
Ensures that all objectives are consistently attained in the areas of quality, productivity, yield, and cost
Establishes appropriate workforce targets and collaborates with Staffing and Production Supervisors to ensure that recruitment targets are met consistently
Develops, implements, and monitors Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for production and quality goals
Prepares, maintains, and presents production reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
Measures and continuously improves compliance in all aspects of manufacturing, including Operators, Supervisors, and Technicians
Works with the equipment maintenance team to qualify and maintain tools and/or equipment; schedules repairs during production down-time to minimize line disruption
Reviews, monitors, and prioritizes multiple product flows
Responds to inquiries from other departments or groups regarding production issues
Maintains compliance with Headway's quality policy and ensures compliance with ISO 9001:2015 requirements
Manage and mentor direct reports regarding Headway’s Quality Management System (QMS) as it relates to their job function
Sustain and provide continual improvements to the QMS as required by job function
Identifies gaps in the production process and makes recommendations which reduce scrap, improve quality, and minimize cycle time
Adheres to all safety policies and procedures
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level