Manufacturing Engineering (Equipment/Process) Manager
Location: Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, Japan
Background of the Position
Due to strong demand for power devices, particularly driven by AI-related applications, there is an urgent need to further improve factory productivity. In particular, there are challenges in stabilizing and improving equipment performance. We are seeking a professional who can lead on-site equipment/process engineering, with broad knowledge and experience in semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes, as well as strong industry connections.
Responsibilities
Roles and Responsibilities
- Serve as the Equipment/Process Engineering Manager for Front-End Semiconductor Processes (8-inch), specifically Diffusion and Implantation (Ion Implantation).
- Production Engineering / Process Development: Establish mass production technology, optimize processes, and launch new technologies and new equipment.
- Yield / Quality Improvement: Investigate root causes of issues, develop countermeasures, and improve yield and quality.
- Team Management: Set goals, manage resources, and develop team members.
- Cost and Equipment Management: Improve uptime, lead productivity initiatives, and manage CAPEX.
- Communicate and negotiate with global teams and suppliers in English.
QualificationsRequirement
- Hands-on experience in equipment engineering or process engineering for semiconductor diffusion and/or ion implantation processes (approximately 10+ years)
- Management experience in a semiconductor wafer fabrication facility (e.g., Team Leader, Section Manager, Project Manager, or equivalent)
- Proven experience leading projects and coordinating with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality organizations
- Experience managing business relationships, negotiations, and collaboration with industry partners and external companies
- Strong English communication and negotiation skills for working with global teams at the U.S. headquarters and with suppliers
- Business-level English proficiency (TOEIC score of 600 or above preferred)
- Japanese language proficiency (equivalent to JLPT N2 level or above)
- Valid work authorization that permits employment in Japan at the time of application
- No visa sponsorship available for this position
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge beyond diffusion/implantation processes
- Experience with fab ramp-up or next-generation processes
- Experience in multinational companies
- Experience in driving process optimization and business improvement using AI technologies
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Logical problem-solving based on data
- Ability to balance site-level and overall optimization
- Leadership across functions
- Adaptability to fast-changing industry
- Strong focus on team development
Location and Compensation
Location: Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, Japan
Salary: Flexible based on experience and skills
About UsMore details about our company benefits can be found here:
https://www.onsemi.com/careers/career-benefits
Skills Required
- Hands-on experience in equipment engineering or process engineering for semiconductor diffusion and/or ion implantation processes (approximately 10+ years)
- Management experience in a semiconductor wafer fabrication facility (Team Leader, Section Manager, Project Manager, or equivalent)
- Proven experience leading projects and coordinating with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality organizations
- Experience managing business relationships, negotiations, and collaboration with industry partners and external companies
- Strong English communication and negotiation skills for working with global teams and suppliers
- Business-level English proficiency (TOEIC score of 600 or above preferred)
- Japanese language proficiency (equivalent to JLPT N2 level or above)
- Valid work authorization that permits employment in Japan at the time of application
- No visa sponsorship available for this position
- Knowledge beyond diffusion/implantation processes
- Experience with fab ramp-up or next-generation processes
- Experience in multinational companies
- Experience in driving process optimization and business improvement using AI technologies
onsemi Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about onsemi and has not been reviewed or approved by onsemi.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are highlighted by a U.S. 401(k) with a 100% match on the first 4% and immediate vesting. International plans such as Ireland’s defined contribution scheme and Germany’s company-funded pension elements reinforce long-term savings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off policies include ten paid holidays, flexible vacation for exempt employees, and three to five weeks of vacation for non-exempt staff as tenure grows, alongside sick time accrual. Paid leaves span parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military service, with Europe locations offering additional statutory and seniority-based days.
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Parental & Family Support — Family supports include eight weeks of paid parental leave, company-sponsored backup care for children, adults, and pets, and up to $15,000 in adoption assistance. Regional provisions such as Switzerland’s child allowance and accessible EAP counseling show added attention to household needs.
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What We Do
We are building a better future through intelligent technology. For over 60 years, onsemi and its ancestors have been leading the world’s greatest technology advancements. onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.
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