Tamaqua Process Scale Up Manager

Millipore Corporation; Tamaqua (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 164,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement contributions

Other perquisites

Job summary

EMD Electronics in Tamaqua, PA, is seeking a visionary Scale-Up Manager to lead semiconductor chemical process development from concept to production. You will guide a high-caliber team, drive rigorous technology transfer, and partner with R&D, marketing, and manufacturing worldwide.

The role emphasizes CFD-based modeling, DOE, and process optimization, with strong emphasis on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across US and Asia.

Qualifications

• Minimum B.S. in Chemical Engineering with strong academic record.
• 8+ years in chemical process development or related fields, semiconductor or specialty chemicals preferred.
• Experience leading scale-up, tech transfer, and collaboration across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead scale-up activities from lab to production and drive technology transfer to sites.
• Develop and execute engineering strategies for semiconductor chemical processes.
• Direct cross-functional teams and manage global stakeholders across US and Asia.
• Promote safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in all CPD activities.
• Mentor up to 40 engineers and staff within the PDP department.

Skills

Safety leadership

Strategy development

Stakeholder management

People leadership

Engineering simulation

Cross-cultural collaboration

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

M.S./Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

CFD

Process modeling

DOE

Kinetics simulation

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join EMD Electronics.Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us. Everything we do in EMD Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living. We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. We foster a global collaborative organization made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency. Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Location: The Tamaqua Process Scale Up Manager is an onsite position with 25-40% travel to US and Asia sites, depending on program phase and site locations.

Your Role

We are looking for a visionary and execution-driven leader to lead our Hometown Scale-Up team, with a clear focus on semiconductor-grade chemical processes. In this role, you will shape the full development lifecycle - from early-stage scalable chemistry conceptualization and technology assessment through scale-up, piloting, technology transfer, and post-launch optimization. You will lead a high-caliber team, drive engineering rigor through simulation and data-driven methods and serve as a key interface between R&D, marketing, asset management, manufacturing, and other global stakeholders. Reporting to the New Product Development Assistant Director, you will lead a dedicated team of up to 40 engineers and technical staff as part of a global organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety, Quality, and ComplianceLine management responsibility for maintaining the highest level of safety and 100% compliance with all relevant rules. Designing processes with inherent safety and quality in mind and providing technical leadership to do so in the most efficient manner possible.
• Strategy & Technology DevelopmentDefine and drive the technology and process development strategy for semiconductor-related chemical processes, from early concept selection through full-scale production readiness. Lead technical risk assessments and ensure they are done with adequate rigor. Direct project scoping, technology assessments, and feasibility studies; establish clear go/no-go criteria for program advancement. Build and maintain technology roadmaps, risk registers, and stage-gate project plans aligned with business priorities.
• Scale-Up & Technology TransferOwn and execute scale-up activities from laboratory and bench scale to pilot and full production scale; systematically de-risk processes for manufacturing readiness. Lead technology transfer to production sites, including process validation, QA/QC integration, and comprehensive documentation packages. Collaborate actively with the global process development organization to identify potentially valuable new technologies to be employed for current and future project scope. Collaborate with equipment engineering on the design, specification, and procurement of process equipment and automation solutions.
• Engineering Excellence & Continuous ImprovementChampion engineering simulation and modeling (CFD, reaction kinetics, process modeling, DOE) as core tools for design decisions and scale-up risk mitigation. Drive post-launch optimization programs targeting productivity, yield improvement, and cost-of-goods-sold reduction. Ensure full compliance with regulatory, quality, EHS, and safety standards across all CPD activities.
• Global Stakeholder Management & GovernanceCarry out capital projects on time and on budgets. Communicate any deviations promptly. Serve as the primary interface for process development and production transfer with business stakeholders in the US and Asia; reporting line to the Germany-based Head of Global Chemical Process Development. Coordinate cross-functional teams (R&D, asset management, marketing, manufacturing, QA, EHS, procurement, supply chain) across time zones and cultural contexts to ensure timely decision-making and program alignment. Establish and maintain strong partnerships with regional manufacturing sites in the US and Asia, including transfer engineers, operations, quality, and supply chain teams. Participate in global steering committees and program reviews; ensure transparent governance, risk management, and milestone tracking across regions.
• People Leadership & Organizational DevelopmentLead, mentor, and develop a team of up to 40 engineers and technical staff; foster a culture of engineering excellence, accountability, and continuous learning. Establish close relationships with team members at all levels and actively listen to their input. Drive performance management, succession planning, and capability development within the PDP department. Develop a learning organization that sees negative results as an opportunity to be exploited.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering or closely related field
• 8 years of experience in chemical process development or closely related fields; semiconductor or specialty chemicals industry experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated track record in process and technology development, scale-up, and technology transfer from lab to production.
• Hands-on experience with pilot plants, reactors, separation processes, and downstream processing relevant to semiconductor or specialty chemical manufacturing.
• Solid background in engineering simulation and optimization: CFD, reaction kinetics, process modeling, DOE.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience navigating complex, matrixed organizations.
• Experience employing influence and thought leadership in global, cross-cultural teams; demonstrated proficiency in navigating regulatory, safety, and quality expectations across US and Asian manufacturing environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Additional qualifications or certifications in process control, optimization, or semiconductor manufacturing are an advantage.
• Expert-level proficiency in engineering simulations (CFD, kinetics, process modeling) and data-driven optimization methodologies.
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills; ability to translate complex technical findings into clear business decisions.
• Proven leadership and people management capabilities; track record of building, motivating, and developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills; fluency in English required. German and/or Asian languages (Mandarin, Korean, Japanese) are a significant advantage.
• High attention to detail; strong commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Culturally agile; experienced in working effectively across international and cross-functional environments.
• Knowledge of semiconductor industry quality practice, cleanroom, or semiconductor manufacturing environments is a plus.

Pay range for this position

$163,600 - $219,000

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses.

Benefits offered

• Health insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement contributions
• Other perquisites

What we offer

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!