Pilot Plant Manager

FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Pilot Plant Manager to lead operations at their Mesa facility. This role involves overseeing the production process, ensuring adherence to safety and quality protocols, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in chemical or semiconductor manufacturing, coupled with excellent communication and leadership skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values collaboration and innovation, and play a vital role in the development of cutting-edge solutions for the semiconductor industry. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a vibrant work environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in automation or chemical manufacturing required.
• 1-3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication and troubleshooting skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Pilot Plant operations ensuring safety and quality.
• Drive continuous improvement and support employee development.
• Collaborate with R&D and production teams for new product launches.

Skills

Automation

Chemical Manufacturing

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting

Team Collaboration

Initiative

Language Skills (Mandarin, Korean, Japanese)

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

LIMS

Job description

Position Overview

Who We Are

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is a global leader in chemical solutions which enable the semiconductor industry and the digital universe. We have an exciting opportunity at our Mesa, AZ facility for a Pilot Plant Manager!

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

The Role

The Pilot Plant Manager will oversee the Pilot Plant and Pilot Plant personnel to ensure quality manufacture of new products. They will drive continuous improvement and support employee development through training and collaboration. This position will drive global alignment for equipment sets. They will own technology transfers from the Pilot Plant to global affiliates and ensure the best practices are passed down.

Job Description

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Assure that all operations are carried out safely and correctly.
• Oversees ongoing production to assure that all Operating and Quality protocols are followed.
• Ensures that the Pilot Plant is following an optimal material selection process for use in specific customer/product combinations.
• Leverages the Pilot Plant equipment in the development and implementation of new filtration schemes.
• Owns the development of HVM-ready processes and transfers them to the manufacturing group.
• Provides technical expertise to troubleshoot operational issues, ensuring timely resolution and minimal impact on production schedules.
• Support other Product Management staff, partnering with the R&D, Applications Engineering, QC, Production, and Business/Sales teams during new product launches to ensure smooth integration into production processes.
• Engage with the Pilot Plant and R&D group during the commercialization of slurries including hands-on with components and lot builds. Ensure best manufacturing practices are implemented and transferred.
• Submit and utilize the Engineering Change Notification (ECN) and Management of Change (MOC) for any changes or improvements in PP/LVM equipment.

REQUIREMENTS

• BS degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other technical discipline with 5 plus years of experience in automation, chemical manufacturing, or semiconductor manufacturing required.
• 1 to 3 years of previous supervisor/management experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills. Ability to interact productively with all levels of the organization.
• Experienced using Microsoft Office suite.
• Prior experience with SAP and LIMS is a plus.
• Ability to assist with electromechanical troubleshooting of systems.
• Demonstrates strong initiative, taking ownership of tasks and actively seeking solutions to drive progress, despite ambiguity.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team driven environment.
• Mandarin, Korean, or Japanese language skills are a plus.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

We value a professional, adaptable, and collaborative work environment. The following competencies are essential for success in any role and reflect our commitment to effective teamwork, problem solving, and workplace communication.

• Resilience -Ability to adapt to workplace challenges, maintain professionalism, and manage responsibilities effectively.
• Communication -Capacity to clearly and professionally exchange ideas, interact respectfully with colleagues and customers, and foster positive workplace relationships.
• Reasoning & Decision Making -Ability to analyze information, follow verbal and written instructions, and make logical, sound decisions.
• Comprehension -Capability to understand and complete tasks as assigned and solve problems effectively.
• Organizational Skills -Competence in managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy, and staying focused despite potential workplace distractions.