Manufacturing Operations Manager available for Day and Night Shift - Advanced Packaging

Intel Corporation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel Corporation's Substrate Packaging Technology Development group in Chandler, AZ seeks an experienced SPTD Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead a technical team, optimize equipment uptime, and drive continuous improvement across shifts. The role requires hands-on leadership on the manufacturing floor and a strong focus on safety, quality, and process stability.

The successful candidate will manage shift leadership, collaborate with Module Engineering, and ensure compliance with all

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in a STEM field and 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or related area, OR Master's in STEM with 2+ years of experience.
• Experience using Lean, MBPS, or Six Sigma for structured problem solving.
• Experience developing, managing, and executing training plans for technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, schedule, and develop a team of technicians across shifts.
• Build and execute resource plans for maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Drive continuous improvement metrics (safety, quality, cost, output) using Lean/MBPS/Six Sigma.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Executive presence

Education

B.S. in STEM

M.S. in STEM

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

MBPS

Six Sigma

Job description

Job Details:

Job Description: At Intel, we create world-changing technology that improves the life of every person on the planet. By joining the Substrate Packaging Technology Development (SPTD) organization within our Advanced Packaging Team, you will support our mission to be the supplier of choice for leading-edge, affordable advanced substrate packaging solutions. This is your opportunity to lead a high-performing team that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and a collaborative, supportive work environment.

We are seeking an SPTD Manufacturing Operations Manager to join our advanced packaging operations in Chandler, Arizona. In this role, you will lead and develop a team of highly skilled technicians responsible for equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, tool recovery, and daily factory execution on several shifts. Working hands-on in our dynamic manufacturing facility, you will maintain a visible shift presence to strengthen team performance, optimize equipment stability, and directly support the strategic goals that enable Intel's continued packaging leadership.

Candidate must maintain a strong, visible presence on the manufacturing floor and work compressed work-week schedules as needed.

One opening per-shift.

Shift Schedule:

• Shift 4: (nights frontend) 6PM-6AM Sun-Tues and alternating Saturday nights


• Shift 5: (days frontend) 6AM-6PM Sun-Tues and alternating Wednesday days


• Shift 6: (nights backend) 6PM-6AM Wed-Sat and alternating Saturday night


• Shift 7: (days backend) 6AM-6PM Thurs-Sat and alternating Wednesday days

Key Responsibilities:

• Shift Team Leadership: Lead, schedule, and develop a team of technical equipment technicians, managing daily workstation assignments, rotations, and performance standards.


• Maintenance & Resource Planning: Build and execute detailed resource plans for corrective and preventive maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and stability.


• Continuous Improvement Leadership: Own shift performance metrics (safety, quality, cost, and output) by driving continuous improvement initiatives using structured Lean, Six Sigma, or Model-Based Problem Solving (MBPS) methodologies.


• Training Program Execution: Establish, evaluate, and execute technical training plans to systematically upgrade technician skills aligned with manufacturing roadmap requirements.


• Cross-Functional Engineering Collaboration: Partner directly with Module Engineering groups to resolve systemic hardware faults, execute tooling improvements, and stabilize manufacturing processes.


• Operational Policy & Safety Enforcement: Enforce strict compliance with Intel safety guidelines, factory protocols, and operational policies on-shift.

As a Successful Candidate, You Will Bring:

• Dynamic Leadership & People Development: Natural talent for building, coaching, and motivating high-performing technical teams in a fast-paced environment.


• Structured Problem Solving: Passion for utilizing logical, data-driven methodologies to dissect complex manufacturing bottlenecks and equipment failures.


• Exceptional Communication: Clear, direct, and diplomatic verbal and written communication style to align priorities across shift handoffs and engineering teams.


• Strategic Executive Presence: Comfort managing critical, high-urgency factory excursions while maintaining structural standards and promoting corporate values.

Qualifications:

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Relevant experience can be obtained through schoolwork, classes and project work, internships, military training, and/or work experience. This Position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Engineering preferred) and 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or related, OR Master's degree in a STEM field and 2+ years of experience.


• Relevant experience in any of the following: Technical aptitude to understand and troubleshoot complex manufacturing equipment.


• Experience developing, managing, and executing training plans for technical teams.


• Proficiency in structured problem-solving methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, MBPS, or Six Sigma.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in: Substrate, assembly, packaging, or silicon process development or manufacturing.


• Equipment qualification and maintenance processes.


• Factory operation systems, factory physics.


• Leading continuous improvement projects with measurable results.


• Managing teams in a manufacturing or technical environment.

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 6 (United States of America)