Global Operational Excellence Director, Industrial Engineering

Prosum; California (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology leader in manufacturing is seeking a Global Operational Excellence Director to lead initiatives in the semiconductor field. This role involves enhancing productivity, driving OEE improvements, and establishing operational standards. The candidate should possess a B.S. in Industrial Engineering and have extensive experience in a semiconductor environment. Strong analytical and leadership skills are essential as you'll manage complex cross-functional projects to improve efficiency and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Expertise in industrial engineering in a semiconductor environment.
• Experience in manufacturing and operations management techniques.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Science including Lean and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Lead global Industrial Engineering initiatives for manufacturing excellence.
• Manage corporate capacity management programs.
• Establish standardized models for planning and KPI tracking.

Skills

Leadership in cross-functional projects

Problem-solving using data

Communication with multicultural stakeholders

Operational excellence

Analytical skills

Education

B.S. in Industrial Engineering or Systems Engineering

Master's degree in relevant field (preferred)

Job description

Global Operational Excellence Director, Industrial Engineering

Salary Range: $180k to $220k

Job Description

The Operational Excellence IE Director leads global Industrial Engineering initiatives, partnering with site-level IE leaders to drive manufacturing excellence, efficiency, and effectiveness through the implementation of best practices and systems. This role is responsible for identifying bottlenecks across multiple fabs and driving OEE improvements to enhance productivity, cycle time, and on-time delivery. Additionally, the Director focuses on establishing standardized analytical models across the organization for planning, KPI tracking, and WIP management.

This Job Is For You If:

• You can manage the corporate IE directors' forum
• You can manage and lead cross function global projects, from planning through implementation, for OEE improvement, budget control and savings, improved WIP management, improved ergonomic and better operator efficiency, CAPEX management, etc
• You can set global procedures for better operational management and monitor the compliance
• You can lead corporate capacity management programs
• You can drive manufacturing excellence through benchmark study
• You are uncompromisingly passionate about solving complex problems using methods and data
• You are curious and strive for excellence in everything that you do
• You have the experience to lead global cross functional teams in a dynamic and changing environment

Job Requirements

• B.S. Industrial Engineering or Systems Engineering degree required but Master's degree preferred
• Industrial engineering expert, extensive experience in semiconductor environment
• Wide experience in manufacturing and operations management techniques required
• Experience in optimization, tool modeling and performance metrics preferred
• Ability to communicate with external and internal multi-cultural stakeholders
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Science (scheduling/dispatching, TOC, Lean, Push/Pull system, inventory management, capacity planning, etc.)
• High analytical skills and data driven
• Strong understanding of statistics, data analysis and problem-solving methodologies
• Ability to attend to details while keeping big picture in mind