Site Manager - Semiconductor Operations

Exyte; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Exyte US, Inc. is seeking a Site Manager to lead safe, compliant operations at a client-owned semiconductor manufacturing site.

You will manage a team of technicians, engineers and managers, ensuring uptime and uninterrupted support for high-volume manufacturing. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and cost control, with responsibilities spanning incident investigations, CAPA, contract management, and reporting KPIs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with at least 8 years of experience and 3 years in a leadership role.
• 8+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing or related high-tech industry, with leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of high-purity gas and chemical systems, cleanroom protocols, and fab operations.
• Familiarity with contract management, financial processes, and quality systems.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety & compliance programs including IFW, risk assessments, and CAPA.
• Drive quality and operational integrity, maintain SOPs for gas/chemical handling.
• Manage and develop Technical Facility Management teams.
• Coordinate contract management, renewals, and cost control.
• Report KPIs on uptime, safety incidents, and quality metrics.
• Collaborate with global teams to standardize best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety management

Project management

Industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

MES systems

Job description

Discover your exciting role

The Site Manager is responsible for thesafe, efficient, and compliant executionof all operational activities within the a Client owned semiconductor manufacturing site. This role provides leadership of a team consisting of highly skilled technicans, engineers and managers across critical technical services ensuring uninterrupted support for high-volume semiconductor manufacturing (HVM). The Site Manager ensures all operations meet stringentsafety, quality, and uptime requirementswhile aligning with customer expectations and industry standards.

Explore your tasks and responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Deploy and drive the company Injury Free Workplace (IFW) program
• programtailored to semiconductor fab operations, including risk assessments, emergency response, and business continuity planning.
• Ensure compliance withSEMI standards, OSHA regulations, and local environmental laws.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor and trend safety performance metrics; proactively address potential hazards in cleanroom and sub-fab environments.
• Conduct regular audits to maintain compliance withcustomer, industry, and regulatory requirements.

Quality & Operational Integrity

• Deploy and drive the company Right First Time (RFT) quality program
• Ensure strict adherence toSOPs for high-purity gas and chemical handling, minimizing contamination risk.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process reliability and reduce downtime.
• Lead root cause analysis for service interruptions impacting production and implement sustainable solutions.

People Leadership

• Manage and develop a team oftechnicians and engineerssupporting Technical Facility Management (TFM) and operations.
• Oversee workforce planning, training, and certification programs to ensure compliance withcleanroom protocols and hazardous material handling.
• Foster a culture ofsafety, quality, and operational excellencethrough coaching and performance management.

Financial & Contract Management

• Manage customer contracts, including renewals, scope adjustments, and change orders.
• Monitor operational costs and identify opportunities forcost reduction without compromising safety or quality.
• Deliver value-added solutions to improve fab efficiency and reduce total cost of ownership (TCO).

Reporting & Communication

• Provide timely reporting onKPIs such as uptime, safety incidents, and quality metrics.
• Maintain transparent communication with customer stakeholders and internal leadership.
• Escalate critical operational or compliance issues promptly.
• Must have strong client relationship skills, will develop a strong relationship with Client staff

Operational Excellence

• Oversee all aspects ofTFM operations
• Ensurezero-defect material deliveryto support advanced manufacturing.
• Benchmark site performance against industry best practices and drive standardization across multiple fabs.Collaborate with global teams to share lessons learned and implement best-in-class solutions.
• Collaborate with global teams to share lessons learned and implement best-in-class solutions.

Show your expertise

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering with a minimum of 8 years experience and 3 years experience managing small to medium teams.

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of experience and 3 years in a leadership role , ideally within semiconductor manufacturing or related high-tech industry.
• Strong knowledge ofhigh-purity gas and chemical systems, cleanroom protocols, and fab operations.
• Familiarity withcontract management, financial processes, and quality systems.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ERP or MES system experience preferred.
• Knowledge ofSEMI standards, ISO 9001, and EHS regulations.
• Ability to work in afast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Commitment tocontinuous improvement and operational excellence.

Contact:

For further questions and information, please do not hesitate to contact Tina Denny

Exyte US, Inc. is proud to be a Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to supporting an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex (e.g., pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable federal, state, or local laws.