Semiconductor Development Operations Manager

Summary

Apple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their best work! Would you like to become part of a hands-on team that cultivates engineering precision and innovation? We are seeking an individual to lead an operations team in the development of world-class semiconductor devices and processes.

This is a full-time on-site role to lead operations for semiconductor pilot line. The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning and execution of next generation product development and prototyping device builds while driving an industry leading safety culture. The person will ensure that experiments are implemented according to plan and that data are accurately collected and analyzed. The person will manage multiple shifts of operators accountable to running MOCVD, lithography, etch, thin films, wet chemistry, metrology, CMP, and bonding processs equipment.

• Drive day-to-day operations in the process development fabrication facility
• Lead shift managers and broader operations to team to drive pilot line safety, quality, and output
• Design, and set up statistical process control, MES process routes
• Define KPIs for pilot line productivity and drive a culture of continuous improvement around KPIs
• Work with the director of semiconductor engineering, process engineering, facilities, integration, and other functions to prioritize pilot line activities
• Work with multi-functional development teams with engineers with wafer fab, device testing, and product engineering roles

• B.Sc. degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry or related fields
• 10+ years hands on semiconductor experience
• 5+ years of working in clean room facility
• 3+ years of experience with failure analysis
• Experience with data analysis tools and principles of statistically designed experimentation (JMP, Matlab, Excel, Stat-Ease, etc.)

• M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of senior management experience in a clean room based R&D / pilot production environment
• Excellent critical analysis, statistical analysis, and reasoning skills
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Experience with quality management systems

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $228,100 and $393,800, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Note:

Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.