IC Program Manager

Tata Electronics; Assam; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Electronics seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead manufacturing systems readiness for a new greenfield semiconductor assembly and test facility. You will drive cross-functional efforts to build scalable, compliant operations from day one.

Reporting to Manufacturing and Operations, you will define and integrate MES, ERP, LMS, and related systems, establish governance, and manage budgets and risks while guiding a growing organization through startup milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project/program management, preferably in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale, cross-functional projects in greenfield or startup environments.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing systems including MES, ERP, LMS, and supply chain platforms.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• PMP, Six Sigma, or Agile certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of manufacturing systems readiness.
• Collaborate across engineering, IT, supply chain, HR, operations, and vendors to define requirements and deliver integrated solutions.
• Oversee the definition and integration of MES, ERP, LMS, data integration platforms, and related systems.
• Define business processes, governance structures, and operational frameworks for the new factory.
• Facilitate regular reviews with leadership to communicate progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Identify and proactively manage risks related to system readiness, integration, and scalability.
• Develop budgets, timelines, and resource plans for system implementation projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

MES

ERP

LMS

Data integration platforms

Job description

Job Description:

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager to lead the manufacturing systems readiness for a new greenfield semiconductor assembly and test factory. This role resides within the Manufacturing and Operations group and plays a pivotal role in building the foundational structure and business processes of a new and rapidly growing organization.

The successful candidate will drive cross-functional collaboration to develop, implement, and integrate critical factory systems that enable efficient, scalable, and compliant operations from day one.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Leadership:
  Lead end-to-end planning and execution of manufacturing systems readiness, ensuring alignment with factory startup milestones and operational goals.
• Cross-Functional Coordination:
  Collaborate with engineering, IT, supply chain, HR, operations, and external vendors to define requirements and deliver integrated solutions.
• Systems Development & Implementation:
  Oversee the definition and integration of:
• Materials Management Systems (inventory, logistics, flow optimization)
• Training Systems (learning management, competency tracking, onboarding workflows)
• Factory Information Systems (MES, ERP, data integration platforms)
• Quality and Compliance Systems (traceability, audit readiness, regulatory compliance)
• Organizational Development:
  Provide leadership in defining and establishing business processes, governance structures, and operational frameworks for a new manufacturing organization.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Facilitate regular reviews with leadership and stakeholders to communicate progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Risk Management:
  Identify and proactively manage risks related to system readiness, integration, and scalability.
• Budget & Resource Management:
  Develop and manage budgets, timelines, and resource plans for system implementation projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project/program management, preferably in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing.
• Proven track record of leading large-scale, cross-functional projects in greenfield or startup environments.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing systems including MES, ERP, LMS, and supply chain platforms.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• PMP, Six Sigma, or Agile certifications are a plus.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with semiconductor assembly/test operations.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies and digital factory concepts.
• Global project experience and working with multicultural teams.