2nd Shift Manufacturing Test Engineering Supervisor

Axcelis Technologies, Inc.; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcelis Technologies, Inc. is seeking a 2nd shift Manufacturing Test Engineering Supervisor to lead a team of test and manufacturing engineers, supporting production test processes, equipment, and product quality.

You will drive development and continuous improvement of test systems, collaborate with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Design Engineering, manage priorities and staffing, and mentor direct reports to uphold safety, quality, and efficiency across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing test engineering experience with leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience with automated test equipment, production troubleshooting, and manufacturing process control.
• Strong understanding of root cause analysis methodologies, SPC, and continuous improvement principles.
• Proficient reading of complex schematics and drawings.
• Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop a team of test engineers and technicians supporting manufacturing operations.
• Lead daily test engineering activities to ensure production goals, quality targets, and delivery commitments are achieved.
• Drive troubleshooting and root cause analysis of product, process, and test equipment failures.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize manufacturing test processes, procedures, and documentation.
• Oversee installation, qualification, maintenance, and continuous improvement of production test equipment and automated test systems.
• Ensure robust test coverage and process controls are implemented to maintain product quality and reliability.
• Monitor KPIs including yield, test cycle time, equipment uptime, and first-pass success rates.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Design Engineering teams to improve manufacturability, testability, and product performance.
• Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities and support audits as required.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements to reduce cost and increase operational efficiency.
• Manage project priorities, resource allocation, and staffing plans to support changing business needs.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, ensuring successful transition from development to production.
• Provide technical leadership, coaching, and performance management for direct reports.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Test engineering

Root cause analysis

SPC

Cross-functional collab

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Creo

AutoCAD

LabVIEW

TestStand

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION 2nd Shift Manufacturing Test Engineering Supervisor - Position Summary The 2nd shift Manufacturing Test Engineering Supervisor leads a team of test and manufacturing engineers responsible for supporting production test processes, equipment, and product quality. This role oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing test systems to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. The supervisor partners closely with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Development teams to drive productivity, resolve technical issues, and support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop a team of test engineers and technicians supporting manufacturing operations.


• Lead daily test engineering activities to ensure production goals, quality targets, and delivery commitments are achieved.


• Drive troubleshooting and root cause analysis of product, process, and test equipment failures.


• Develop, maintain, and optimize manufacturing test processes, procedures, and documentation.


• Oversee installation, qualification, maintenance, and continuous improvement of production test equipment and automated test systems.


• Ensure robust test coverage and process controls are implemented to maintain product quality and reliability.


• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including yield, test cycle time, equipment uptime, and first-pass success rates.


• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Design Engineering teams to improve manufacturability, testability, and product performance.


• Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities and support customer and internal audits as required.


• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements to reduce cost and increase operational efficiency.


• Manage project priorities, resource allocation, and staffing plans to support changing business needs.


• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, ensuring successful transition from development to production.


• Provide technical leadership, coaching, and performance management for direct reports.


• Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.


• 5+ years of manufacturing test engineering experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.


• Experience with automated test equipment, production troubleshooting, and manufacturing process control.


• Strong understanding of root cause analysis methodologies, statistical process control (SPC), and continuous improvement principles.


• Proficient reading complex schematics and drawings.


• Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing environments.


• Demonstrated leadership, project management, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor equipment, electronics manufacturing, or complex electromechanical systems.


• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Design for Testability (DFT) principles.


• Experience with data analysis tools, test software development, and manufacturing execution systems (MES).


• Experience with Minitab, Creo, AutoCAD, LabView, and TestStand.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic problem solving


• Team development and coaching


• Operational excellence


• Data‑driven decision making


• Change management


• Cross‑functional leadership

It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.

U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE $95,216.00 - $142,824.00

Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular employees working 20+ hours a week).

Want to discover just how far your intellectual curiosity can take you? You’re in the right place. For more than four decades, Axcelis Technologies has been at the forefront of innovation in semiconductor manufacturing technology. Chipmakers around the globe rely on our tools and process expertise to deliver the semiconductors that power modern life—from smartphones and computers to cameras and cars. Our influence is global, with over 30 locations, an installed base of thousands worldwide and a customer list that includes the world’s largest semiconductor manufacturers. Ready to unleash your full potential? Discover just how far you can go, at Axcelis.