The Role and Impact
Intel Foundry Construction and Sourcing Advanced Packaging Test Tester Front Office is seeking a Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer Contract Employee to support customer execution, supply chain operations, manufacturing planning, and business growth across Intel's tester ecosystem.
As a Segment Lead, you will serve as a key business integrator responsible for aligning customer demand, material readiness, factory execution, and delivery performance. You will work closely with Planning, Factory Operations, Quality, Technology Development, Supply Chain, and Contract Manufacturing partners to manage execution risks, enable business growth, and support operational excellence.
This role plays a critical part in ensuring Intel can successfully scale operations, improve customer delivery performance, and support future business growth while allowing senior subject matter experts to focus on business transformation and automation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Customer and Business Execution
Own execution activities for assigned product segments and customers.
Drive alignment between customer demand, factory capacity, material readiness, and manufacturing execution.
Identify delivery risks and drive recovery plans to closure.
Support delivery performance improvement initiatives and customer commitments.
Supply Chain and Material Readiness
Monitor material readiness, shortages, inventory health, and supply continuity.
Coordinate with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and Intel stakeholders to resolve execution issues.
Support new product introductions, product transitions, and business ramps.
Participate in inventory optimization and cost reduction initiatives.
Factory Operations
Support factory output, capacity planning, and operational execution.
Analyze operational performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
Develop business reports, metrics, and execution dashboards.
Drive process discipline and operational excellence across assigned product segments.
Business Growth and Transformation
Support business expansion and operational scalability initiatives.
Participate in process improvement and automation readiness activities.
Develop standardized business processes and operating procedures.
Enable organizational readiness for future business growth.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Minimum 3 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, supply chain, factory operations, planning, materials management, or business operations.
Experience working in a high volume manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience using SAP or equivalent business systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools.
Preferred Qualifications
Semiconductor manufacturing experience.
Experience working with contract manufacturers and global supply chains.
Understanding of demand planning, inventory management, and manufacturing execution.
Experience supporting new product introductions and factory ramps.
Knowledge of BOM structures and material planning processes.
Experience driving cross-functional business initiatives.
Project management and process improvement experience.
Behavioral Traits
Strong ownership and accountability.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to influence across organizations without direct authority.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Data-driven decision maker with strong business acumen.
Self-motivated and capable of operating independently with minimal supervision.
Job Type:Intel Contract EmployeeShift:Shift 1 (Malaysia)Primary Location: Malaysia, KulimAdditional Locations:Posting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of TrustN/A
Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.*
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, supply chain, factory operations, planning, materials management, or business operations
- Experience working in a high volume manufacturing environment
- Experience using SAP or equivalent business systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools
- Semiconductor manufacturing experience
- Experience working with contract manufacturers and global supply chains
- Understanding of demand planning, inventory management, and manufacturing execution
- Experience supporting new product introductions and factory ramps
- Knowledge of BOM structures and material planning processes
- Experience driving cross-functional business initiatives
- Project management and process improvement experience
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Sabbaticals and paid time off are highlighted as signature elements, with an established program offering four weeks after four years or eight weeks after seven years. This distinctive time off is positioned as a meaningful part of the overall package.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid bonding leave of 12 weeks and a New Parent Reintegration program, plus fertility benefits around $40,000 and up to $15,000 adoption reimbursement with no lifetime cap, are clearly stated. These programs are presented as standout components alongside broader family support resources.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with 2026 updates, a shift to Spring Health for EAP, and in‑network virtual medical visits covered at 100% beginning in 2026 indicate a comprehensive offering. These features signal an emphasis on robust medical access and mental health support.
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