Remote-Eligible VP Operations: SiC Crystal Growth

EBNER Industrieofenbau GmbH

Ranshofen

Hybrid

EUR 63,000 - 77,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Work from home

4‑day workweek

Company physician

Fitness options

Company cafeteria

Training and professional development

Free parking

EV charging stations

Company bicycles

Public transportation access

Childcare during summer break

Job summary

EEMCO is an advanced-materials company focused on the industrialization and manufacture of silicon carbide (SiC) single crystals for semiconductor applications. We are seeking a hands-on Head of Operations to lead manufacturing readiness, site and equipment deployment, process industrialization, and the scale‑up from validation to pilot production and high‑volume manufacturing.

Develop and maintain robust manufacturing capabilities—including equipment, processes, infrastructure, organization,

Qualifications

Master's degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; specialization in semiconductors or crystal growth is preferred.
Typically 8–10+ years of relevant professional experience in the semiconductor, advanced materials, or high‑temperature manufacturing industries, ideally including SiC or comparable crystal growth technologies.
Proven leadership experience in an industrial environment, including the management of engineers, technicians, and operators.
Hands-on experience with crystal growth or other high‑temperature processes in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Experience working with ISO‑compliant manufacturing systems, validation, documentation, EHS requirements, and cross‑functional international teams.
Excellent German and English communication skills.

Responsibilities

Plan and lead site preparation activities for process qualification, pilot production, and subsequent production ramp‑up.
Overseeing the installation, commissioning, qualification, maintenance, and continuous improvement of production equipment and infrastructure.
Planning and managing crystal growth operations, including production scheduling, workforce allocation, material flow, capacity management, and operational priorities.
Developing, implementing, and maintaining manufacturing SOPs, work instructions, process specifications, control plans, and production records.
Leading the industrialization of SiC crystal growth processes from pilot phase through qualification and validation to high‑volume manufacturing.
Ensuring stable and repeatable processes that achieve targets for crystal quality, production volume, yield, throughput, cost, and on‑time delivery.
Driving continuous improvement through statistical process control, design of experiments, root‑cause analysis, defect reduction, yield optimization, and process robustness initiatives.
Leading EEMCO’s contribution to the design of wafer manufacturing lines, including facility layout, capacity planning, operating cost analysis, supplier and partner selection, and factory development.
Establishing operational controls, performance metrics, shift structures, staffing models, maintenance systems, escalation procedures, and data‑driven daily management routines.
Ensuring that manufacturing and process documentation complies with applicable ISO standards and internal quality requirements.
Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and EHS standards, including permitting processes, coordination with regulatory authorities, risk assessments, and the integration of safety and environmental requirements into process and equipment design.
Leading cross‑functional collaboration and technology transfer between R&D, Operations, Equipment Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and external partners.
Identifying and mitigating operational and process risks that may impact safety, quality, yield, cost, throughput, or project timelines.
Recruiting, coaching, developing, and deploying process engineers and production operators in accordance with the approved organizational structure and ramp‑up plan.