Hiring: Manager I, Manufacturing Operations Company: ASM Location: Greater Phoenix Area Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 12:32:09 Target Skills & Keywords : Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Execution Systems, Six Sigma, Stakeholder Management About the job Experience: •5+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, advanced technology manufacturing, or a similar technical environment. Required Skills: •Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Process Technicians, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning. •Drive day-to-day manufacturing execution to ensure operational targets related to safety, quality, output, and cycle time are consistently achieved. •Establish workforce plans, staffing models, and skill development strategies to support evolving manufacturing requirements. •Partner with engineering and operations teams to identify process gaps, resolve technical challenges, and improve manufacturing performance. •Champion the development and execution of technician training, certification, and qualification programs. •Monitor manufacturing performance metrics and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency, quality, and equipment utilization. •Lead shift operations and resource allocation activities to ensure effective coverage and support of production priorities. •Foster standardized work practices and operational discipline across all shifts and manufacturing areas. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Manufacturing, or a related STEM field. •Demonstrated ability to solve complex operational or technical challenges in a fast-paced production environment. •Solid functional working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies. •Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across organizational boundaries. •Prior leadership experience managing technicians, operators, or manufacturing teams. •Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC), manufacturing KPIs, and factory performance management. •Operational familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), automated production environments, and data-driven manufacturing. •We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect. •To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!