Head of Diffusion Department (Semiconductor)

Confidential; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor manufacturer is seeking a Head of Department Manager for Diffusion (Furnace, Implant) in Singapore. This role is responsible for driving departmental performance by aligning resources and developing a high‑performing team. Key responsibilities include leading the department, ensuring cross‑functional collaboration, overseeing daily operations, and managing costs effectively. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and substantial experience in managing semiconductor processes. This is a strategic role with significant impact on production efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to clearly present complex issues and apply persuasive interpersonal techniques.
• Innovative, adaptable, and open to new approaches.
• Demonstrates strong performance and composure under pressure.
• Experience in managing furnace, implant, and metrology processes and equipment in 300mm wafer fab.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Diffusion Department with strategic direction.
• Develop roadmaps for productivity, cost optimization, and tech advancement.
• Ensure smooth cross-functional collaboration.
• Oversee daily diffusion operations and delegate responsibilities.
• Plan and allocate resources effectively.
• Safeguard management of change through FCCB and PCCB.
• Oversee tool move-in, installation and process qualification.
• Participate in equipment purchase specification.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Innovative and adaptable

Ability to present complex issues

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished Head of Department Manager for Diffusion (Furnace, Implant) in semiconductor manufacturing, responsible for driving departmental performance by aligning resources, communicating effectively, managing costs, delegating strategically, and developing a high‑performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Diffusion (Furnace, Implant) Department with clear strategic direction to achieve organizational goals.
• Develop roadmaps for productivity, cost optimization, and technology advancement.
• Ensure smooth cross‑functional collaboration with Process, Equipment, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams.
• Oversee daily diffusion operations, delegate responsibilities to team members, organize projects, and monitor progress.
• Plan and allocate resources effectively, including manpower, tools, parts, and budgets.
• Safeguard Management of change; participate as key member in FCCB (Fab Change Control Board), PCCB (Process Change Control Board) to review and recommend PRS (Process Release Spec) acceptance.
• Oversee tool move‑in, installation and process qualification to support technology qualification roadmap.
• Participate in equipment purchase specification and technical discussion.
• Oversee Diffusion Technology from parent fab and ensure process and equipment matching to subsidiary fab.

Qualifications & Core Experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to clearly present complex issues and apply persuasive interpersonal techniques
• Innovative, adaptable, and open to new approaches
• Demonstrates strong performance and composure under pressure
• Experience in managing furnace, implant and metrology process and equipment in 300mm wafer fab