GEL Site Lead

Micron Technology, Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. in San Jose is seeking a GEL Site Lead to manage all laboratory operations and ensure safety, reliability, and readiness to support current and future technology needs.

You will lead cross-functional teams, optimize space, equipment, and processes, and drive continuous improvement in performance and customer experience. The role requires partnering with Facilities, EHS, Engineering, and business teams to execute site projects and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Operations, Business Management, or related field.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders.
• Strong customer focus with excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with data-driven decision making, operational metrics, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated AI proficiency and the ability to leverage AI-enabled tools to improve productivity and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily site operations and laboratory support activities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with engineering customers and partners.
• Drive a culture of safety, operational excellence, accountability, and customer service.
• Manage laboratory space utilization, equipment onboarding, and infrastructure planning.
• Partner with Facilities, EHS, Engineering, and other organizations to support site projects and operational needs.
• Lead site improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, service delivery, and customer experience.
• Oversee asset lifecycle activities including equipment deployment, relocation, and retirement.
• Manage operational priorities, resources, budgets, and project execution to achieve business objectives.
• Coach, develop, and support team members while fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
• Utilize data, metrics, and continuous improvement practices to enhance operational performance and decision making.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Data-driven decision making

AI proficiency

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Req ID: JR108232 GEL Site Lead

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

The Global Engineering Labs (GEL) Site Lead is responsible for leading all aspects of laboratory operations at the San Jose site. This role partners closely with engineering customers, facilities teams, safety organizations, and business partners to ensure laboratories are safe, reliable, and prepared to support current and future technology needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead daily site operations and laboratory support activities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with engineering customers and partners.
• Drive a culture of safety, operational excellence, accountability, and customer service.
• Manage laboratory space utilization, equipment onboarding, and infrastructure planning.
• Partner with Facilities, EHS, Engineering, and other organizations to support site projects and operational needs.
• Lead site improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, service delivery, and customer experience.
• Oversee asset lifecycle activities including equipment deployment, relocation, and retirement.
• Manage operational priorities, resources, budgets, and project execution to achieve business objectives.
• Coach, develop, and support team members while fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
• Utilize data, metrics, and continuous improvement practices to enhance operational performance and decision making.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Operations, Business Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders at multiple organizational levels.
• Strong customer focus with excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with data-driven decision making, operational metrics, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated AI proficiency and the ability to leverage AI-enabled tools and ways of working to improve productivity, decision making, operational effectiveness, and customer outcomes.

Preferred Experience

• 5+ years of experience leading technical operations, engineering support teams, laboratory operations, facilities operations, or a related environment.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience, including coaching, performance management, and team development.
• Experience managing competing priorities in a dynamic technical environment.

Job Profile(s):

Equipment Engineer (Supervisory) 4

Relocation Level: TBD

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:

$0.00 - $0.00 a year

Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on Benefits | Micron Technology, Inc

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron's People Organization at [e-mail] or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)