Manager, Cleanroom

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Cleanroom Manager to lead and oversee CMP cleanroom operations in a semiconductor environment. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while driving operational excellence. The successful candidate must thrive in a dynamic environment and effectively support evolving technical requirements from R&D and Business teams. Key responsibilities include improving equipment reliability and availability, optimizing cost performance, implementing equipment upgrades, and developing robust Statistical Process Control (SPC) systems. This position plays a critical role in supporting product development and technology advancement through high-performing and efficient cleanroom operations.

In this role you will:

• Lead CMP cleanroom operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

• Ensure high equipment availability through effective maintenance, troubleshooting, upgrades, and capital project execution.

• Drive process control, SPC implementation, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Optimize cleanroom cost structure, equipment performance, and process consistency.

• Partner with R&D, MSE, FTE, and other stakeholders to support product development and business growth.

• Develop and mentor engineering teams while fostering a strong EHS and continuous improvement culture.

• Demonstrate strong communication skills and fluency in English

Traits we believe make a strong candidate:

• MS degree in Engineering or related field.

• 8+ years of semiconductor experience with expertise in CMP processes, cleanroom operations, and EHS requirements.

• Demonstrated leadership experience with strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Hands-on experience with 300mm CMP equipment, capable of independently troubleshooting tool malfunctions, defect analysis, diagnosing root causes, and resolving equipment alarms.

• Solid background in SPC, process control, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with semiconductor process equipment; AMAT, Ebara, or OnTrak systems experience is a plus.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and statistical tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP).

• Fluent in English.

Your success will be measured by:

• Ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain stable, efficient, and contamination-free CMP cleanroom operations.

• Drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and cleanroom cost performance.

• Achieve measurable improvements in safety performance, process quality, and SPC metrics.

• Lead effective root cause analysis and corrective actions to minimize operational disruptions.

• Demonstrate strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and data-driven decision making.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, accountability, and teamwork.

• Effectively support R&D and business objectives through cross-functional collaboration and execution excellence.

• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and evolving technical and business requirements.