Semiconductor Section ManagerJob Description
Join our dynamic team in Phoenix, Arizona, where brilliance sparks innovation and shapes a promising future. As a Section Manager (Module Engineering Manager, Area Manager), you'll lead a team of talented professionals in our cutting-edge 4-nanometer fab. Your role will be pivotal in driving the production of world-changing products, while embodying our core values of Integrity, Commitment, Innovation, and Customer Trust.
Job Responsibilities
+ Lead module process and equipment improvements to ensure high-quality wafer production and delivery.
+ Collaborate with Process Integration, Manufacturing, Yield Improvement, and Cross-Module teams.
+ Elevate engineering and manufacturing excellence across departments such as CMP, CVD, Diffusion, Wet Etch, Lithography, Metrology, and PVD.
+ Manage new production line setup, equipment troubleshooting, and resource planning.
+ Hire and develop teams of engineers and technicians, fostering continuous improvement and innovation.
+ Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, including NIST, cGMP, FDA, EQB, and OSHA.
+ Drive defect, yield, and productivity improvements to meet business goals.
+ Coordinate with vendors for tool installations, upgrades, and maintenance.
Required Skills & Qualifications
+ Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or Automation Engineering
+ 5 to 10+ years of relevant experience, depending on specific degree and education
+ Experience in single wafer production at 20nm or less within the last 4 years
+ Experience in HVM / high-volume semiconductor production (8,000+/week)
+ Experience in single wafer production at 300mm
+ Experience managing teams of 8+ people (engineers, technicians)
*The ideal candidate profile will have a STEM degree, a career progression from engineer (possibly starting as a tech) to manager (Module Manager, Section Manager, Area Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or similar), having both managed teams and worked within HVM wafer production on 300mm and under 20nm node technology within the last 2 years.
Work Environment
Work in a cleanroom and office environment with a Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm schedule. Dress code includes closed-toed shoes and a bunny suit in the cleanroom; casual business attire otherwise. This facility is locked-down with no personal electronics allowed onsite. Training will include anywhere from 2 to 6 months in Taiwan. Section Managers will be responsible for 1 of the following modules:
+ PVD
+ CMP
+ CVD
+ Epitaxy
+ Diffusion
+ Etch (Wet)
+ Metrology
+ Lithography
Relocation assistance may be provided.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $199000.00/yr.
Relocation Benefits:
Employees eligible for relocation benefits receive a lump sum payment of $1,500 to cover incidental expenses related to the move 1.Reimbursable relocation expenses must be incurred within one year from the employment date with the company or one year from returning from Taiwan training 1.Eligible dependents include spouse, domestic partner, and children under the age of 18 or children with special needs 1.Compensation and Benefits:
The company provides competitive compensation packages, including base salary, allowance, employees' cash bonus, and profit-sharing bonus 2.Employees have access to medical, dental, 401(k), life insurance, PTO and holiday, disability, Employee Assistance Program, discounts on goods and services, and career planning resources 2.Actalent consultants working with the company also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and affinity program centered on health and well-being 3.Work Environment:
The work environment is casual in the office, but employees must wear closed-toed shoes 4.The company emphasizes quality benefits and opportunities for advancement in a large and fast-growing company 4.From the Web
The company is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and offers various benefits to attract and retain talent:
Competitive Compensation Packages:
The company provides competitive compensation packages to attract and retain the best talent. This includes base salary, allowance, employees' cash bonus, and profit-sharing bonus 5.Work-Life Integration Programs:
The company offers a variety of work-life integration programs to enable a better workforce 6.New hires are granted 1-day annual leave for every 2 full months of service during their first year of employment 7.Training and Development:
The company provides solid training and development systems and programs to enhance employees' capabilities and support the success and growth of the business
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2025.
About Actalent
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