Senior Director of Operations — Semiconductor Manufacturing

Ultra Clean Technology; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Ultra Clean Technology seeks a Senior Director of Operations to lead and optimize multi-site semiconductor equipment operations. You will translate strategic goals into actionable site plans, mentor leaders, and drive safety, quality, delivery and cost improvements across the organization.

The role emphasizes KPIs, lean execution, and strong cross-functional collaboration with engineering and commercial teams to meet customer commitments and scale operations.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in fast-growth semiconductor/capital equipment environments.
• Minimum 5 years of managerial experience in manufacturing operations.
• Deep knowledge of semiconductor/capital equipment operations including safety, quality, and engineering.
• Strong financial acumen with ability to link ops actions to P&L outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and organizational leadership across one or more sites.
• Translate corporate/ regional strategies into site execution plans.
• Lead and mentor site operations teams toward safety, quality, delivery and cost targets.
• Implement KPIs, visual management, and standard work; drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Lean methodologies

Problem-solving

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree; MBA preferred

Job description

Ultra Clean Technology seeks a Senior Director of Operations to lead and optimize multi-site semiconductor equipment operations. You will translate strategic goals into actionable site plans, mentor leaders, and drive safety, quality, delivery and cost improvements across the organization.

The role emphasizes KPIs, lean execution, and strong cross-functional collaboration with engineering and commercial teams to meet customer commitments and scale operations.