Associate Manager, Semiconductor Process Equipment

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Job Title: Associate Manager, Semiconducter Process Equipment

Job Code: 35804  

Job Location: Mason, OH

Work Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off

 

Job Description: 

 

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Associate Manager, Process Equipment for our Semiconductor Microelectronics Team at our Mason, OH location. As a Semiconductor Maintenance Manager at L3Harris you will play a crucial role in supporting the maintenance and upkeep of equipment for advanced components and technologies for defense applications. Your primary focus will be the development of maintenance plans, safety initiatives, maintaining the maintenance database, creating maintenance documents, Installation and layout plans for new equipment, and Total Productive Maintenance for manufacturing equipment and semiconductor products. You will be responsible in ensuring equipment meet all production requirements fully and efficiently.

 

Essential Functions:  

 

  • Lead the equipment maintenance technicians in troubleshooting activities.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and successful integration of equipment into the production line.

  • Work with the team to provide maintenance instructions are issued and follows all required industry standards.

  • Implement autonomous maintenance plans to operations

  • Support operations’ evaluations for new and already established equipment and processes as required.

  • Monitor performance metrics, analyze data, and implement measures to improve Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) and yield.

  • Support troubleshooting and resolution of any issues related to defects to minimize production downtown.

  • Collaborate with process engineers to optimize tool settings for specific processes.

  • Implement and follow safety protocols and adhere to industry regulations during the installation setup operations.

  • Maintain detailed documentation of installation procedures and calibration guides. 

  • Maintain the maintenance scheduling and maintenance documentation

  • Support the plant process engineer on equipment research, installation, and validation.

  • Ability to obtain US Security Clearance. 

 

Qualifications:

 

  • Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior related manufacturing experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 4 years of prior related manufacturing experience. In lieu of degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related manufacturing experience. 

  • 2+ years experience in troubleshooting complex electrical and mechanical issues related to semiconductor equipment. 

 

Preferred Additional Skills:

 

  • Experience in semiconductor equipment engineering, with strong focus on tool installation is desired. 

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams. 

  • Knowledge of safety standards and protocols. 

  • Proficient in providing direction with installing manufacturing equipment. 

  • Proven experience in diagnosing and efficiently resolving complex electrical, mechanical, and process-related issues. 

  • Detail-oriented with exceptional problem-solving capabilities and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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