Pilot Plant Manager

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials U.S.A., Inc.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in semiconductor manufacturing is seeking a Pilot Plant Manager to oversee operations and personnel in Mesa, Arizona. The role involves ensuring quality manufacturing, driving continuous improvement, and managing technology transfers. Ideal candidates will have a BSc in a relevant field and significant experience in the industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in automation, chemical, or semiconductor manufacturing.
• 1-3 years of supervisory/management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Pilot Plant operations and personnel.
• Ensure operations follow safety and quality protocols.
• Collaborate with R&D and other departments during new product launches.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Education

BSc in Chemical Engineering

BSc in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

LIMS

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Who We Are

With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe, Taiwan, China, Korea, and Japan, along with local sales offices and on-site application support, FUJIFILM Electronic Materials supplies top-tier semiconductor manufacturers worldwide with a broad range of products and services used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process.

About FUJIFILM Electronic Materials

We are a global leader in chemical solutions for the semiconductor industry and digital universe. Our advanced materials enable the production of microchips powering AI, computers, electric vehicles, smartphones, and more. Our facilities are located in Mesa, Arizona; Castroville, California; Hollister, California; Carrollton, Texas; and North Kingstown, Rhode Island. Headquartered in Tokyo, Fujifilm employs over 70,000 people across healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging sectors.

The Role

The Pilot Plant Manager will oversee the Pilot Plant operations and personnel, ensuring quality manufacturing of new products, driving continuous improvement, and supporting employee development. They will facilitate global equipment alignment and manage technology transfers to worldwide affiliates.

Key Responsibilities

1. Ensure all operations are conducted safely and correctly.
2. Oversee ongoing production to follow all Operating and Quality protocols.
3. Optimize material selection processes for customer/product combinations.
4. Leverage Pilot Plant equipment for developing new filtration schemes.
5. Develop HVM-ready processes and transfer them to manufacturing.
6. Provide technical troubleshooting support to minimize production impact.
7. Collaborate with R&D, Applications Engineering, QC, Production, and Sales during new product launches.
8. Engage with the Pilot Plant and R&D during slurry commercialization, ensuring best practices.
9. Manage ECN and MOC processes for equipment changes and improvements.

Requirements

1. BSc in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field with 5+ years in automation, chemical, or semiconductor manufacturing.
2. 1-3 years of supervisory/management experience.
3. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP and LIMS is a plus.
4. Ability to troubleshoot electromechanical systems.
5. Proactive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented mindset.
6. Language skills in Mandarin, Korean, or Japanese are advantageous.

Additional Competencies

• Resilience, effective communication, reasoning and decision-making, comprehension, and organizational skills.

Application Notes

Please do not contact employees directly. Resumes from agencies without a formal agreement will not be accepted. For accommodations, contact our HR at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity

Fujifilm is committed to diversity and equal opportunity in employment.