Supervisor, Equipment Maintenance

Analog Devices, Inc.; Limerick; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in Limerick seeks a dedicated Shift Supervisor for the Equipment department. You will manage technician schedules, oversee safety, and drive equipment maintenance activities to support production goals.

You will lead a team, ensure timely shift handovers, coordinate training, and monitor KPIs such as MTTR, MTBF and tool availability, with a focus on safety, quality and cost control.

Qualifications

• Strong base knowledge of complex cleanroom activities.
• Recognised technical expertise.
• Ability to influence reports positively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving knowledge, skills, and execution.

Responsibilities

• Manage technician holidays and shift coverage.
• Conduct 1:1 reviews and performance discussions.
• Coordinate training plans with the training coordinator.
• Maintain training records and ensure compliance with STAR and other training requirements.
• Oversee fab equipment activities and priorities.
• Coordinate maintenance with external contractors and facilities groups.
• Achieve shift KPIs and manage budgets.

Skills

Technical expertise

Communication skills

Problem solving

Leadership ability

Cleanroom operations

Job description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Job Description

Job Title: Shift Supervisor

Location: Limerick

Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Shift Supervisor to join our team within the Equipment department. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing technician schedules, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and overseeing equipment maintenance activities. This role requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to respond effectively to emergencies. The applicant will understand and execute the key Business Objectives associated with the role under the headings of Safety, Quality, Output, and Value for Money.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Management

• Manage technician holidays and shift coverage.
• Conduct 1:1 reviews with team members.
• Carry out performance discussions.
• Liaise with the training coordinator to create and improve training plans for team members.
• Maintain training records and ensure compliance with STAR and other training requirements.
• Conduct interviews for new technicians.

Safety Management

• Serve as a member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT).
• Respond to ERT alerts and safety concerns across the fab, subfab, and mezzanine.
• Complete incident reports.
• Manage work permits, including approval and gas/fire sensor isolation.

Equipment Maintenance

• Oversee fab equipment activities.
• Attend manufacturing bunker meetings and liaise with the production supervisor on equipment priorities.
• Document shift handover reports.
• Coordinate maintenance work with external contractors and facilities groups.
• Manage preventive maintenance (PM) task lists across workcentres.
• Initiate escalations and call-outs for critical equipment issues.
• Scrap ownership, investigation, and diagnosis.
• Work closely with the Equipment Engineering & Days/Evenings Technicians to meet & exceed the Department & Site KPIs.

Performance Management

• Achieve shift and departmental KPIs, including Shift Activity, MTTR, MTBF, Tool Availability, and Costs.
• Manage cover and overtime budgets.
• Manage daily on-shift activities, prioritize and allocate resources effectively for PMs and UMs.

Required Skills & Competencies

• A strong base knowledge of the complex activities and interactions involved across cleanroom operations.
• Recognised technical expertise.
• The ability to influence reports in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving knowledge, skills, and execution.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: Variable