Directs the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives. Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply. Plans and administers procedures and budgets. Makes budgetary recommendations and at higher levels, controls capital expenditures and direct/indirect labor. Develops schedules and manpower requirements for assigned areas. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function
Responsibilities
- Manage activities of several Production Cells with focus on Production Operations Excellence, Safety, Resources Planning, Productivity, Yield, 5S, OTD and Product Quality.
- Work with supervisors to analyze and correct problems and to ensure budgets, schedules, and performance requirements are met
- Provide technical leadership in the manufacturing processes and techniques and maintains all WIP and shop-floor items accordingly with control of MR issuance
- Estimate manpower needs and assign work to meet objectives according to push-pull.
- Manage staffing, training and performance evaluations to develop and improve staff skill set and career pathing with a regular review cadence.
- Establish operational objectives and plans weekly production schedules. Meet with supervisors to analyze and correct problems and to ensure budgets, schedules, and performance requirements are met.
- Address and remedy Quality and Workmanship issues with a ‘Poka-Yoke ‘ or Engineering approach in most instances.
- Plan and establish production capacity to cater to customer demand ramp.
Continuous Improvement and General Requisites
- Drive and participate in mining Continuous Improvement programs within production cells and Plant wide to reduce waste, reduce cost, reduce errors and improve productivity as well as Safety and Quality.
- Thorough knowledge of production and process principles and manufacturing operations
- Solid knowledge of the company’s policies, practices and procedures with the ability to work within parameters and excel in a cross-functional work environment.
Requirements
- Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology
- Minimum of 8 years manufacturing experience at management level
- Has the maturity to make sound decisions independently and be resourceful in day-to-day issues
- Must have Manufacturing experience from Semiconductor industry, leading a team of manufacturing staff from all levels for > 180 HC.
- Excellent time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to exercise good discretion and exercise independent judgment
- Proven people skills with the ability to evaluate, coach, and motivate employees
- Strong verbal /written communication and confident presentation skills
About Us
Skills Required
- Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing Technology
- Minimum of 8 years manufacturing experience at management level
- Manufacturing experience in the Semiconductor industry, leading a team of manufacturing staff >180 headcount
- Thorough knowledge of production and process principles and manufacturing operations
- Experience driving Continuous Improvement programs (reduce waste, cost, errors; improve productivity, safety, quality)
- Experience with production methodologies and tools: 5S, Poka-Yoke, push-pull, WIP control, MR issuance, OTD and yield focus
- Proven people management skills: evaluate, coach, motivate, and develop staff; manage staffing, training, performance evaluations
- Excellent time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to exercise good discretion and independent judgment; mature decision-making
- Strong verbal and written communication and confident presentation skills
Ichor Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Affordable Benefits — A premium‑free medical plan fully covered by the employer is available for eligible U.S. employees, with indications of premium‑free family coverage in some contexts. Coverage breadth includes medical, dental, vision, and tax‑advantaged HSA/FSA options.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) match of 50% on the first 8% with immediate vesting supports long‑term savings. Life and disability insurance further reinforce financial protection.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a 15% discount enables broad participation in ownership. Plan availability is described as global, subject to standard plan terms.
Ichor Systems, Inc. Insights
What We Do
We are a leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of critical fluid delivery subsystems and components for semiconductor capital equipment. Our product offerings include gas and chemical delivery systems and subsystems, collectively known as fluid delivery systems and subsystems, which are key elements of the process tools used in the manufacturing of semiconductor devices. Our gas delivery subsystems deliver, monitor, and control precise quantities of the specialized gases used in semiconductor manufacturing processes such as etch and deposition. Our chemical delivery systems and subsystems precisely blend and dispense the reactive liquid chemistries used in semiconductor manufacturing processes such as chemical-mechanical planarization, electroplating, and cleaning. We also provide precision-machined components, weldments, e‑beam and laser-welded components, precision vacuum and hydrogen brazing and surface treatment technologies, and other proprietary products. This vertically integrated portion of our business is primarily focused on metal and plastic parts that are used in gas and chemical systems, respectively. We are strategically located to provide the highest level of customer service and support from our program management, sales, engineering, and executive management teams. Ichor is headquartered in Fremont, California, and we have production facilities in California, Oregon, Texas, Nevada, Minnesota, Singapore, Malaysia, Korea, Mexico, and the UK, staffed by our 2000+ team members.
