Production Control Engineer (2026 New College Graduate) at GlobalFoundries

Wayne State University; Essex (VT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries Fab 9 in Essex Junction, VT is seeking a Production Control Engineer to provide engineering support for semiconductor process operations in our 200mm manufacturing facility.

You will collaborate with manufacturing managers, maintenance managers, and engineers to improve factory efficiency, capacity and productivity, while managing WIP and ensuring on-time delivery. This role emphasizes initiative and continuous improvement in WIP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering or related technical field.
• GPA 3.0 or higher with good academic standing.
• Preferred internship or co-op exposure and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage production WIP to meet fab cycle time and on-time delivery targets.
• Review production reports to identify risks to on-time deliveries.
• Analyze tool and queue reports with cross-functional teams for recovery plans.
• Plan daily WIP movement with Manufacturing to meet fab out targets.
• Coordinate plans with QA and Planner to expedite urgent lots.
• Maintain start criteria to optimize WIP movement.
• Review RTD and Inficon scheduling tools for optimized WIP.
• Schedule facilities tool time requests.
• Monitor time window WIP to prevent failures.
• Pursue continuous improvement in WIP management.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Planning & organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

RTD scheduling tool

Inficon scheduling tool

Job description

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com .

New College Graduates Overview:

We offer many full-time employment paths for recent graduates, which provide accelerated training in a fast-paced work environment, cross-functional working opportunities, and talent mobility. New college graduates are provided with mentorship, networking, and leadership opportunities, which give our new team members life-long connections and skills.

Summary of Role:

GlobalFoundries Fab 9 is seeking a Production Control Engineer to provide engineering support for the semiconductor process operations in our 200mm semiconductor manufacturing facility in Essex Junction, VT.Strong collaboration with manufacturing managers, maintenance managers, and engineers is required. Initiative and creativity on how to improve factory efficiency, capacity and productivity will be an important aspect of this role.

Essential Responsibilities include:

• Manage production WIP to ensure operational targets on Fab cycle time & On Time Delivery (OTD) are met.
• Review production reports to monitor progress and preemptively identify risks to on-time deliveries
• Analyze tool & queue reports to identify potential manufacturing issues and work with the manufacturing and engineering teams on recovery plan
• Plan and strategize daily WIP movement with Manufacturing team to meet fab out and shipment targets
• Coordinate and establish operational plans with QA and Planner to expedite urgent OTD or critical lots
• Generate and maintain lot start criteria to optimize fab WIP movement
• Review RTD and Inficon scheduling tools to ensure optimized WIP movement
• Schedule facilities tool time requests
• Monitor time window WIP to ensure no failures
• Continuous improvement in WIP management system.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Required Qualifications:

• Education – Graduating with Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or other major with significant technical/
• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior related internship or co-op experience.
• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
• Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong planning & organizational skills

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Expected Salary Range

$54,200.00 - $110,300.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law