Senior Operations Manager, Wafer Fabrication, Raxium

Google Inc.; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 214,000 - 298,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Job summary

Google's Raxium display group in Fremont, CA is seeking a Senior Operations Manager for Wafer Fabrication to lead epi, fab, and test teams, driving safety, quality and output against daily, weekly, and quarterly goals.

The role requires 12+ years in manufacturing operations leadership in wafer fabrication and 10+ years in people management, with a focus on capacity planning, Lean practices, and data-driven decisions using Tableau, SQL, and JMP.

Qualifications

• Experience owning outcomes and decision making in ambiguous situations.
• Bachelor's in Engineering or related technical field; 12+ years in manufacturing operations leadership in wafer fabrication.
• 10+ years of people management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead all production teams (epi, fab, test) to meet safety, quality and output goals.
• Maximize fab throughput by mitigating daily constraints across tools, labor and material.
• Direct inbound, shipping, receiving and internal material movement; implement inventory strategies.
• Define, track and report key metrics (e.g., OEE, Cycle Time, Yield, WIP) to executives.
• Lead Lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve cycle times.

Skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Stakeholder influence

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Engineering

MBA

Tools

Tableau

SQL

JMP

Job description

Senior Operations Manager, Wafer Fabrication, Raxium

Google Fremont, CA, USA

Advanced

• Experience owning outcomes and decision making, solving ambiguous problems and influencing stakeholders;deep expertise in domain.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial), Materials Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 12 years of experience in manufacturing operations leadership and scheduling within a wafer fabrication facility.
• 10 years of experience in people management.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field.
• Experience in SPC (Statistical Process Control) and its operational implementation for process monitoring and yield stability.
• Proven experience in managing the operational aspects of a larger III-V fab in the US or equivalent. Experience capacity planning and factory simulation within a complex, large-scale, high-mix/high-volume semiconductor environment.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Tableau, SQL, JMP) to drive data-based decisions for metrics and reporting.
• Excellent communication, people-management, and change management skills, with the ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels.

About the job

Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.

Raxium is the microLED technology, bringing the world's first monolithically-integrated, micron-scale and Red, Green, Blue (RGB) emitter solution to enable a new differentiated display products, ranging from Augmented Reality (AR) micro-displays to direct-view light-field displays with natural Three-Dimensional (3D) functionality. Our high-volume III-V Wafer Fab is a critical asset, and we are looking for a highly experienced operations leader to ensure its optimal performance and continued scalability.

Google's Raxium display group has established a revolutionary semiconductor materials display technology that enables new functionality in display products, bringing to users a closer and more natural linkage between the digital and physical realms in applications such as augmented reality (AR) and light-field display. With start-up roots and a state-of-the-art compound semiconductor fab in Silicon Valley, Raxium is seeking to build upon its engineering team with an aim to disrupt next-generation display markets.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $214000 - $298000 (USD) + 25% bonus target + equity + benefits

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• Lead all production teams (epi, fab, test). Ensure execution against daily, weekly, and quarterly goals, consistently meeting safety, quality, and output objectives.
• Maximize fab throughput by driving daily constraint mitigation for tools, labor, and material, identifying and resolving bottlenecks across the entire production flow.
• Direct all inbound, shipping, receiving, and internal material movement. Implement inventory strategies to optimize stock levels for raw materials, consumables, and finished goods while mitigating obsolescence risks.
• Define, track, and drive key operational metrics (e.g., OEE, Cycle Time, Yield, WIP). Develop and present regular performance reports directly to executive leadership.
• Advocate a Lean manufacturing model. Lead and mentor teams to execute continuous efficiency projects that actively reduce waste and improve overall cycle times.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See also Google's EEO Policy , Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal , Belonging at Google , and How we hire .

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

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