Photronics · 1 week ago
Manager, Manufacturing Engineering - Front End Processes
Boise, ID
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expPhotronics is a global leader in photomask technology, powering innovation behind various devices. The Manager, Manufacturing Engineering - Front End Processes will lead the Etch Process Engineering team, focusing on process optimization and engineering talent development while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing operations.
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Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Etch Process Engineers, including performance management, development, and recruitment
Oversee daily engineering operations to ensure optimal fab flow, yield performance, and equipment metric attainment
Plan, coordinate, and execute engineering projects to meet schedule, quality, and budget targets
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to align engineering efforts with business goals and production needs
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect reduction, process stability, and productivity
Develop, implement, and maintain engineering standards, best practices, and documentation
Manage resource allocation and workload balancing to maximize team efficiency and engagement
Identify and integrate new technologies, tools, and methods that enhance process capability and engineering efficiency
Lead technical risk assessments and ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
Monitor, analyze, and report on critical process metrics including yield, quality, throughput, and tool reliability
Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership and stakeholders
Foster a culture of collaboration, learning, and operational excellence within the engineering team
Perform other responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
5+ years of engineering experience
Strong understanding of etch process mechanics, semiconductor tooling, and core engineering principles
Proficiency with statistical and analytical tools for root-cause analysis and process optimization
Strong communication, collaboration, and customer service skills
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Ability to identify issues, escalate appropriately, and drive timely resolution
Adaptability to evolving technologies, requirements, and production demands
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Proven ability to identify and implement continuous process and system improvements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or a related technical field required
Preferred
2–3 years in a leadership or management role preferred
Experience in semiconductor process engineering, lithography, etch, or patterning preferred
Demonstrated success leading or collaborating within technical teams to resolve complex process engineering challenges
Experience driving cross-functional improvement initiatives with measurable results
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Career development and training opportunities
Collaborative, inclusive workplace culture
Company
Photronics
Photronics, Inc. (Photronics) is a manufacturers of photomasks, which are precision photographic quartz plates containing microscopic
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1987-03-05IPO
Leadership Team
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Eric Rivera
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Christopher Lutzo
Vice President and General Counsel
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