Manufacturing Operations Manager

Socket.dev; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Instruments is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Branch Manager to lead 200mm wafer FAB manufacturing operations and drive excellence in a fast-paced production environment. This hands-on, visionary leader will apply IE foundations to achieve operational results and sustain safe, high-quality output.

You will manage a team, drive automation readiness with engineering partners, and build an organization capable of meeting current and future manufacturing needs in a 7x24 setting.

Qualifications

• BS in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related technical field.
• 7 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing operations with progressive management responsibilities; 200mm experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, data-based decision making, problem-solving and project management; excellent communication at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead FAB manufacturing operations and teams to meet safety, quality and line performance targets.
• Own line performance and drive rapid issue resolution for tooling, processes, and labor.
• Coordinate cross-functionally across FAB branches to improve activity and cycle time.
• Lead data-driven initiatives to improve manufacturing productivity and reduce waste.
• Develop and coach section managers and supervisors for a fast-paced 7x24 environment.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Semiconductor operations

Industrial engineering

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional leadership

Effective communication

Education

BS in Industrial Engineering or related field

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Branch Manager to lead 200mm wafer FAB manufacturing operations and drive manufacturing excellence in a fast-paced production environment. This role is well suited for a hands on, visionary leader with semiconductor operations experience and a strong IE foundation that is driven to achieve operational results.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership:
  • Lead and Manage FAB manufacturing operations and the manufacturing team. Ensure execution against daily, weekly, and quarterly goals, consistently meeting safety, quality and line performance objectives.
  • Own line performance and lead daily constraint mitigation of tools, process flexibility, and labor through rapid issue resolution.
  • Drive cross-functional coordination across all FAB branches and support functions to continuously improve and maintain stable factory activity & cycle time.
  • Drive tactical leadership on a basis of data and manufacturing science principles to ensure site goals are met across safety, quality, activity and cost.
• Productivity and Automation:
  • Own the utilization of factory automation assets at entitlement to enable maximum productivity for our team.
  • Lead direct labor productivity improvements and automation readiness- optimize manufacturing workflows and eliminate tasks with partnership of the engineering teams to achieve best in class productivity and eliminate waste.
• Team Development and Leadership
  • Lead, coach, and develop section managers and supervisors to sustain operations with consistent activity in a fast-paced 7x24 manufacturing environment.
  • Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
  • Set clear performance expectations and development priorities for leaders
  • Define and execute a workforce roadmap to ensure the organization can meet current and future manufacturing needs.

Qualifications

Requirements & Qualifications:

• BS in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related technical field.
• 7 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing operations with progressive management responsibilities. 200mm semiconductor experience preferred.
• Technical, Functional & Leadership Expertise
  • Experience leading a team in a high volume manufacturing environment with direct accountability for line performance
  • Demonstrated data-based decision making, problem-solving, and project management.
  • Strong communications skills with the ability to concisely communicate to senior leadership and to all levels within the factory workforce (verbally & written).
  • Strong cross-functional leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with Engineering, Support Teams, and between factories.
  • Experience building an organizational structure to drive efficiencies and achieve results

Preferred qualifications

• Ability to establish strong relationships with key stakeholders critical to success, both internally and externally
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to quickly ramp on new systems and processes
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery

Why TI?

• Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.
• We're different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are what push innovation forward and what make TI stronger. We value each and every voice, and look forward to hearing yours.
• Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well-being is important to us. Please find our country-specific benefits here

About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com.

Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

TI does not make recruiting or hiring decisions based on citizenship, immigration status or national origin. However, if TI determines that information access or export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit you from working in this position without first obtaining an export license, TI expressly reserves the right not to seek such a license for you and either offer you a different position that does not require an export license or decline to move forward with your employment.