Backend Operations Supervisor

Enpro Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for development

Job summary

Enpro Inc. is seeking a Backend Operations Supervisor for NxEdge in Boise, Idaho. This role leads operations in precision machining, ensuring quality and efficiency in cleanroom environments. Responsibilities include supervising production teams and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Join us to make an impact in the semiconductor industry.

Qualifications

• 5 years of manufacturing experience in precision machining or cleanroom operations.
• 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience with quality inspection and process controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities in metrology and cleanroom operations.
• Ensure production schedules and quality requirements are met.
• Conduct performance evaluations and develop team members.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Knowledge of quality systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Manufacturing or related field

Tools

Precision measurement equipment

Erp/Mrp systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

NxEdge is a world‑class provider of precision manufacturing, advanced materials, and engineered solutions supporting the global semiconductor industry. The Backend Operations Supervisor leads daily operations across Metrology, Surface Preparation, and Clean Room manufacturing functions within the Precision Machining & Assembly Division. The supervisor provides leadership, direction, and accountability for production teams responsible for final inspection, component preparation, cleaning, assembly, packaging, and shipment of semiconductor equipment components. This role ensures operational excellence through safety leadership, quality compliance, employee development, continuous improvement, and customer‑focused execution.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Lead and supervise daily activities across Metrology, Surface Prep, and Clean Room operations.
• Ensure production schedules, quality requirements, and customer delivery commitments are consistently achieved.
• Monitor workflow, staffing levels, equipment utilization, and production output to maximize efficiency.
• Coordinate priorities between machining, quality, engineering, planning, and operations teams.
• Participate in production planning and capacity management activities.

Metrology & Quality Oversight

• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, drawing requirements, GD&T standards, and quality procedures.
• Oversee final inspection activities utilizing precision measurement equipment including CMMs, optical measurement systems, micrometers, calipers, and related metrology tools.
• Support root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review and monitor key quality metrics including yield, scrap, rework, and customer returns.
• Maintain calibration and measurement system compliance.

Surface Preparation Leadership

• Direct activities related to deburring, detailing, cleaning, washing, and pre‑processing of machined components.
• Ensure proper execution of work instructions, visual standards, and customer‑specific requirements.
• Promote consistency in workmanship and component handling practices.
• Monitor process effectiveness and identify opportunities for process improvement and waste reduction.

Clean Room Operations

• Ensure strict adherence to contamination control procedures and cleanroom protocols.
• Monitor compliance with gowning, handling, packaging, and cleanliness standards.
• Support internal and customer audits related to cleanroom manufacturing practices.

Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, train, coach, and develop team members and leads.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify development opportunities.
• Maintain staffing plans and succession planning initiatives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate daily shift meetings and communication of safety, quality, and production priorities.

Safety & Compliance

• Champion a safety‑first culture throughout all operations.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety requirements.
• Investigate safety incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements, work instructions, and customer standards.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Utilize data and metrics to identify bottlenecks and drive improvements.
• Support implementation of new equipment, tooling, technologies, and process enhancements.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams on process validation and optimization activities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Safety performance and incident reduction
• On‑time delivery
• Production throughput
• First‑pass yield
• Scrap and rework reduction
• Productivity improvements
• Employee training and qualification completion
• Customer quality performance
• Labor efficiency

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, Quality, Business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience in precision machining, semiconductor manufacturing, cleanroom operations, quality inspection, or related technical environment.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience reading engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements.
• Experience working within ISO, Quality Management Systems, and controlled manufacturing environments.
• Strong working knowledge of manufacturing ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Semiconductor industry experience strongly preferred.
• Experience leading teams in metrology, quality inspection, final clean, or cleanroom operations.
• Experience with Zeiss CMM, Faro Arm, Calypso, Hexagon, or similar measurement systems.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement training.
• Experience with precision machined components and semiconductor OEM customer requirements.
• Knowledge of contamination control and cleanroom manufacturing standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and employee development skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Ability to prioritize activities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of quality systems, inspection methodologies, and process controls.
• Ability to analyze production metrics and drive performance improvements.
• Customer‑focused mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Supply Chain, and Operations teams.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout manufacturing areas.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and perform routine physical activities in support of operations.
• Ability to work in manufacturing and cleanroom environments.
• Must meet all PPE and gowning requirements.

Why NxEdge

NxEdge delivers vertically integrated solutions supporting leading semiconductor manufacturers worldwide through advanced precision machining, engineered materials, metrology, surface preparation, and cleanroom manufacturing capabilities. This position offers an opportunity to directly impact product quality, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence within a rapidly growing high‑technology industry.

EEO Statement

NxEdge, Inc. is a subsidiary of Enpro, a leading industrial technology company focused on critical applications across many end‑markets, including semiconductor, industrial process, commercial vehicle, sustainable power generation, aerospace, food and pharma, photonics and life sciences. At Enpro, we believe that diversity drives innovation and inclusion fosters growth. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military service, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Human Resources, and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.