Senior Staff Supervisor Clean Room Manufacturing - Films

SkyWater Technology Foundry, Inc.•Austin, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life-saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters, Florida, or Texas location — employees join together to improve the world. Explore what’s possible. Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning “science fiction” into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services. Step into the future. SkyWater’s values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees — and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds. Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world!

Requirements

5+ years of semiconductor manufacturing experience
2+ years of Etch or Thin Films-specific experience preferred
2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role preferred
Strong understanding of: Etch and Thin Films processes, CD and Thickness control, SPC and statistical analysis
Experience in high-volume 200mm or 300mm fab environments
Ability to work in a cleanroom and support the assigned shift schedule
U.S. Person Required: SkyWater Technology Foundry, Inc. subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All accepted applications must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. Person as U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field
Experience ramping new tools or processes
Familiarity with MES systems
Proficiency in Excel

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise operators and process technicians during assigned shift
Drive daily production targets including throughput, WIP management, and cycle time
Ensure smooth shift handoff communication
Respond to process excursions and coordinate with engineering and maintenance teams
Escalate issues appropriately to minimize downtime and yield impact
Monitor critical metrics (CD control, defect density, thickness)
Support troubleshooting of Etch and Thin Films processes
Ensure SPC compliance and process control adherence
Coordinate tool qualifications and maintenance schedules
Partner with engineering on continuous improvement initiatives
Enforce cleanroom protocols and EHS standards
Ensure documentation accuracy and shift reporting discipline
Drive root cause analysis (5-Why, Fishbone) for excursions
Maintain compliance with manufacturing and quality systems
Coach and mentor team members
Conduct performance discussions and provide feedback
Manage shift staffing, attendance, and scheduling
Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement