Production Manager

SkyWater Technology, Inc.; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyWater Technology, Inc. in Bloomington, MN, is seeking a Fab Operations Manager to oversee semiconductor fabrication areas, collaborating with maintenance and engineering to deliver products on schedule while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes leading shift teams, driving continuous improvement, and using MES to monitor WIP, cycle times, and yield, with a focus on communication, leadership, and compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Semiconductor manufacturing management.
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Responsibilities

• Operational Execution: Ensure resources (manpower, equipment efficiency, capacity, and materials) are aligned to achieve Manufacturing goals.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Process, Equipment, Industrial, Facility, Quality Engineering, and Planning Control.
• People Leadership & Culture: Coach and develop staff to build leadership skills and foster continuous improvement.
• Safety, Quality & Yield: Enhance safety and quality programs and drive line-yield improvements.
• Compliance & Communication: Cascade policies and take corrective action per company policy.

Skills

MES

SPC methodologies

MS Office

Communication

Time management

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Fab Operations Manager (FOM)

Openings: 2 Positions Available

Schedule: Compressed Work Week (12-hour shifts). Roles available for:

• B Shift (Front-Half): Sunday through Tuesday and every other Wednesday. 6:00 PM- 6:15 AM. 10% Shift Differential.


• C Shift (Back-Half): Thursday through Saturday and every other Wednesday. 6:00 AM- 6:15 PM.

Security Requirement: US Citizenship Required (Ability to obtain/hold a government security clearance)

The Fab Operations Manager oversees all semiconductor Fabrication areas. In this role, you will collaborate closely with manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering to produce products on schedule while meeting the highest standards of safety and quality.

Reporting & Leadership

• Dotted-Line Leadership: You will maintain a dotted-line reporting relationship with the Maintenance, Facilities, and Sustaining Supervisors on shift to ensure the right tactical priorities are being actively driven and executed across all operational areas.

Major Areas of Accountability

• Operational Execution: Ensure resources (manpower, equipment efficiency, capacity, and materials) are aligned to achieve Manufacturing goals. Utilize Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to monitor Work-In-Progress (WIP), optimize cycle times, and ensure shift production targets are met.


• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Process, Equipment, Industrial, Facility, Quality Engineering, and Planning Control. Work closely with engineering teams to lead the development and successful rollout of new technologies in the factory.


• People Leadership & Culture: Coach and develop staff to build leadership skills and functional knowledge. Lead and foster a culture of continuous improvement, employee engagement, open communication, reward, recognition, respect, and professionalism.


• Safety, Quality & Yield: Enhance safety and quality programs to exceed company standards. Leverage Statistical Process Control (SPC) data and partner with engineering to identify out-of-control processes and drive line-yield improvements.


• Compliance & Communication: Act as a liaison between department management, subordinates, and the Operations Director to cascade policies, decisions, and communications. Take corrective action in accordance with company policy.

Required Qualifications

• Required Experience: 5+ years of experience in Semiconductor manufacturing management. Minimum of 2 years of experience managing a significant segment of manufacturing.


• Education: A bachelor's degree is strongly preferred but not required (otherwise, a heavy emphasis is placed on equivalent hands-on industry leadership experience).


• Required Skills: Working knowledge of modern semiconductor software tools, including MES and SPC methodologies. Excellent oral/written communication skills and proficiency with MS Office. Strong interpersonal skills with a proactive approach, demonstrated organizational time management, and analytical problem-solving abilities.


• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship is strictly required to be eligible for a government security clearance.


• Preferred Assets (Plus): Lean manufacturing background. Demonstrated experience enhancing safety and quality programs.