Thin Films Equipment Maintenance Manager

SUMCO is seeking an experienced Thin Films Equipment Maintenance Department Manager to lead equipment maintenance activities supporting our semiconductor wafer manufacturing operations.

This is a highly technical, hands-on leadership position for a professional with direct experience maintaining and troubleshooting semiconductor epitaxy (EPI), thin-film, or closely related deposition equipment.

The successful candidate will lead by example, work alongside maintenance technicians, respond to equipment issues, and drive improvements in equipment reliability, production uptime, and maintenance effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

Hands-On Equipment Maintenance and Technical Leadership

• Perform and guide preventive and corrective maintenance on semiconductor production equipment, with an emphasis on epitaxy and thin-film processing equipment.
• Lead, train, develop, and hold maintenance personnel accountable for technical performance, safety, quality, and work completion.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, electronic, vacuum, and equipment-control issues as applicable to supported tools.
• Work closely with equipment engineering, process engineering, manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to resolve equipment-related production issues.
• Support employee performance management, coaching, training, and development.
• Develop and manage maintenance budgets, resource plans, and equipment-related cost estimates.
• Communicate equipment status, maintenance priorities, and operational concerns to management and cross-functional partners.
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and effective problem-solving.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum of ten years’ experience required or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Direct, hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting experience with semiconductor epitaxy (EPI), thin-film deposition, or closely related semiconductor processing equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose equipment problems, perform or direct corrective maintenance, and improve equipment reliability.
• Experience leading, supervising, or technically directing equipment maintenance personnel.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and collaborate across organizational levels.
• Demonstrate exceptional process knowledge, and be able to interpret technical data, operating and maintenance instructions, and company specifications.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to push/pull/lift with exertion up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and /or 50 lbs. of force frequently.
• Long periods of standing and walking
• Various movements including climbing, balancing, sitting, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, feeling, and gripping.
• Handling of toxic, corrosive, or flammable chemicals
• May need to work in wet environment
• May need to work in small spaces
• Use of personal protective equipment may be required, such as but not limited to safety glasses, gloves, and safety shoes.
• If necessary, may need to wear respiratory protection.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary of $125,000–$135,000, depending on education and experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match and no vesting schedule.
• Paid vacation, floating holidays, and sick time.
• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Monthly bonus program of up to 10% of base salary.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program with opportunities to earn prizes and money, plus reimbursement toward gym fees.
• Relaxed dress code.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes to HR@sumcousa.com

We look forward to hearing from you!

SUMCO Recruiting Team

Posting Statement: SUMCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.