Job Description

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