Manager, Manufacturing Operations

About the role

ASM is looking for a Manufacturing Manager to lead semiconductor capital equipment manufacturing operations. The role ensures tools are delivered safely, on time and to the highest quality standards, drives operational excellence through LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement, and develops high-performing teams.

Key responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet production, quality, safety and delivery objectives, and set production schedules and performance metrics.
• Monitor manufacturing performance, implement corrective actions and give regular updates and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
• Lead LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to optimise operations and reduce costs.
• Support manufacturing space expansion and operational readiness projects, and partner with engineering teams on non-conformance investigations and corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure teams are properly staffed, trained and equipped; lead and develop manufacturing supervisors and coach them.
• Drive productivity and cost improvement programmes, maintain a safe and compliant workplace, and handle performance and employee relations matters.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Experience leading manufacturing operations in semiconductor capital equipment, semiconductor manufacturing or complex assembly environments.
• Experience managing and developing manufacturing teams and frontline leaders.
• Experience supporting manufacturing expansion, ramp-up or capacity growth projects, and leading non-conformance investigations.
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes and capital equipment assembly.
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and in leading cultural or operational transformation initiatives.

Required skills

• Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Use of manufacturing metrics and KPIs to drive performance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management skills.