Sr Manufacturing Process Engineer

FormFactor Inc.; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

EAP and disability insurance

401(k) and ESPP

Job summary

FormFactor, Inc. is seeking a Sr Manufacturing Process Engineer in Farmers Branch, TX, to own and optimize assembly and electrical test equipment used in manufacturing high-performance probe cards.

You will drive uptime, yield, and throughput through structured troubleshooting, predictive maintenance, and data-driven improvement aligned with FormFactor processes. Responsibilities include authoring and updating standard work, CAPA execution, and participating in DOE/IQ/OQ/PQ activities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field plus 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with maintenance and repair of assembly/test equipment to meet SQD targets.
• Strong problem-solving and data-driven continuous improvement skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimize assembly and electrical test equipment used in manufacturing of probe cards to meet SQD targets.
• Drive uptime, yield, and throughput through structured troubleshooting and preventive/predictive maintenance.
• Author and update standard work, setup, qualification, operation, and maintenance instructions.
• Perform root cause analysis using 5 Whys, Ishikawa, and Pareto analyses.
• Support DOE/IQ/OQ/PQ for equipment changes and maintain equipment history logs.
• Publish weekly dashboards tracking uptime, yield, cycle time, and throughput.

Skills

Process ownership

Troubleshooting

CAPA & PAT

Data analysis

DOE IQOQPQ

Python

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CMMS

HMI Software

SQL

Robotics

Metrology tools

Job description

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America. Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it’s improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.

Shift

The regular hours for this position are day shift.

Job Description

The Sr Manufacturing Process Engineer owns and optimizes assembly and electrical test equipment, used in the manufacturing of high-performing probe cards, to ensure safety, quality, and delivery (SQD) targets. Drive uptime,yield, andthroughputby applying structured troubleshooting, preventive/predictive maintenance, and data-driven continuous improvement aligned withFormFactorprocesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Ownership & Reliability
• Serve as process owner for assignedassembly/test tools(e.g., precision alignment stations, adhesives/epoxy dispense, curing ovens, bonders, electrical test stands/handlers and laser cutting).
• Author and updatestandard work(setup, qualification, operation) andmaintenance work instructions.
• Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
• Apply5 Whys,Ishikawa, pareto analysis, and fault isolation to resolveequipment,fixture,sensor, andsoftwarePLC/HMIissues.
• Executecontainmentand implementcorrective/preventive actions (CAPA); verify effectiveness via run charts and capability checks (e.g.,Cpk, GR&R for measurement systems).
• Process Support & Continuous Improvement
• Partner withEquipment Engineeringto ensure equipmentmeets process windows(adhesive deposition, cure profiles, alignment tolerances, electrical test limits).
• Propose and implementlow-cost automation,poke-yokefixtures, recipe optimizations, anderror-proofing.
• Participate inDOEandqualification(IQ/OQ/PQ) for equipment changes, capture learnings in theequipment history log.
• Data & Documentation
• Trackuptime,yield loss by cause,first-pass yield (FPY),cycle time, andthroughput; publish weekly dashboards.
• Maintaincalibration certificates,change control records, andrisk assessments(PFMEA updates for equipment changes).
• Safety, Compliance & Training
• Ensure equipmentcomplies withEHS(LOTO, machine guarding, ergonomics, chemical handling for adhesives/solvents).
• Trainoperators/technicianson safe operations, preventive checks, and basic troubleshooting; verify training effectiveness with observations andsignoffs.

Skills

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Electrical Testing Equipments, ESD Control, HMI Software, IQ OQ PQ, Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), Metal Bonding, Metrology, Precision Alignments, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Python (Programming Language), Reading Schematics, Robotics, SPC Charts, Structured Query Language (SQL), Vendor Management

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience| Required

FormFactor Benefits

• Benefits offered for this role include medical, dental, vision, EAP, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending and savings accounts, 401(k), ESPP and paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.

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