Sr Production Supervisor

FormFactor, Inc.; Livermore (KY); On-site; USD 104,600 - 137,235; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Quarterly profit‑sharing bonuses

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

FormFactor, Inc. is seeking a Sr Production Supervisor to lead and develop a team of manufacturing technicians in a high-volume, high-precision semiconductor fab.

You will execute daily production plans, ensure safety, quality and schedule adherence, and drive continuous improvement across shifts and production areas. You will monitor KPIs, coordinate staffing and training, perform performance reviews, and champion Lean / Six Sigma initiatives while collaborating with Engineering, Maintenance,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of related experience; or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet throughput, quality, cost, and cycle‑time objectives.
• Execute production schedules, capacity plans, and work priorities across tools and processes.
• Monitor KPIs including yield, equipment utilization, scrap, and on‑time delivery.
• Escalate and coordinate resolution of production issues impacting safety, quality, or output.
• Directly supervise and develop a team of manufacturing technicians and operators.
• Conduct daily shift meetings, performance check‑ins, coaching, and corrective action as needed.
• Execute hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and timekeeping activities.
• Complete formal performance reviews and succession development planning.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Enforce safety, cleanroom protocols, and EHS standards; participate in audits and root‑cause investigations.
• Lead kaizen events, standard work creation, and process improvement initiatives.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Planning.

Skills

Cleanroom Operations

Kaizen

Lean Manufacturing

Operations Problem Solving

People Leadership

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

5+ years related experience

Job description

Forming Our Future together 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 Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Wednesday from 6:00am to 6:15pm.

Job Description:

The Sr Production Supervisor leads and develops a team of manufacturing technicians in a high‑volume, high‑precision FormFactor semiconductor fab environment. This role is responsible for executing daily production plans, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence, and driving continuous improvement across assigned shifts or production areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production & Operations: Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet throughput, quality, cost, and cycle‑time objectives.
• Execute production schedules, capacity plans, and work priorities across assigned tools and processes.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including yield, equipment utilization, scrap, and on‑time delivery.
• Escalate and coordinate resolution of production issues impacting safety, quality, or output.
• People Leadership: Directly supervise and develop a team of manufacturing technicians and operators.
• Conduct daily shift meetings, performance check‑ins, coaching, and corrective action as needed.
• Execute hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and timekeeping activities.
• Complete formal performance reviews and succession development planning.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Quality, Safety & Compliance: Enforce compliance with safety procedures, cleanroom protocols, and EHS standards.
• Ensure adherence to ISO, quality system, and fab operating procedures.
• Participate in audits, corrective actions, and root‑cause investigations.
• Champion safe work practices and immediate response to safety incidents.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, yield, and cycle time using Lean / Six Sigma principles.
• Lead kaizen events, standard work creation, and process improvement initiatives.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Planning teams.
• Communication & Collaboration: Serve as the primary point of coordination between technicians, engineers, and management.
• Communicate production status, risks, and corrective actions clearly and proactively.
• Support change management initiatives and implementation of new tools or processes.

Skills:

• Cleanroom Operations
• Kaizen (Continuous Improvement)
• Lean Manufacturing Operations
• Operations Problem Solving
• People Leadership
• Semiconductor Manufacturing

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of related experience; or equivalent work experience

Required Pay Range:

$104,600.00 - $137,235.00

Pay Range Explained:

This role in Livermore, California pays between $104,600.00 and $137,235.00 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations.

Benefits:

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
• Paid time off
• Quarterly profit‑sharing bonusesFlexible spending or savings accounts

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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Our Mission:

We enable our customers to revolutionize semiconductors with advanced packaging bringing tomorrow's electronics to life.

Our Values:

Our values were collaboratively created to reflect the essence of who we are as a company and as a team of people. The values are created for us, by us. Our people designed the FORM acronym and imagery as a constant reminder to live these values daily. Together, we embrace these guiding principles, fostering a positive and united environment for all. Focus on the Customer Ownership & Accountability Respectfully & Effectively Communicate Motivate & Develop People Learn more by visiting HERE.