MGR, MANUFACTURING ENGRG; MFG

Manufacturing Engineering (Equipment/Process) Manager

Location: Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, Japan

Background of the Position

Due to strong demand for power devices, particularly driven by AI-related applications, there is an urgent need to further improve factory productivity. In particular, there are challenges in stabilizing and improving equipment performance. We are seeking a professional who can lead on-site equipment/process engineering, with broad knowledge and experience in semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes, as well as strong industry connections.

Responsibilities

Roles and Responsibilities

Serve as the Equipment/Process Engineering Manager for Front-End Semiconductor Processes (8-inch), specifically Diffusion and Implantation (Ion Implantation).

Production Engineering / Process Development: Establish mass production technology, optimize processes, and launch new technologies and new equipment.

Yield / Quality Improvement: Investigate root causes of issues, develop countermeasures, and improve yield and quality.

Team Management: Set goals, manage resources, and develop team members.

Cost and Equipment Management: Improve uptime, lead productivity initiatives, and manage CAPEX.

Communicate and negotiate with global teams and suppliers in English.

Qualifications

Requirement

Hands-on experience in equipment engineering or process engineering for semiconductor diffusion and/or ion implantation processes (approximately 10+ years)

Management experience in a semiconductor wafer fabrication facility (e.g., Team Leader, Section Manager, Project Manager, or equivalent)

Proven experience leading projects and coordinating with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality organizations

Experience managing business relationships, negotiations, and collaboration with industry partners and external companies

Strong English communication and negotiation skills for working with global teams at the U.S. headquarters and with suppliers

Business-level English proficiency (TOEIC score of 600 or above preferred)

Japanese language proficiency (equivalent to JLPT N2 level or above)

Valid work authorization that permits employment in Japan at the time of application

No visa sponsorship available for this position

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge beyond diffusion/implantation processes

Experience with fab ramp-up or next-generation processes

Experience in multinational companies

Experience in driving process optimization and business improvement using AI technologies

Ideal Candidate Profile

Logical problem-solving based on data

Ability to balance site-level and overall optimization

Leadership across functions

Adaptability to fast-changing industry

Strong focus on team development

Location and Compensation

Location: Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, Japan

Salary: Flexible based on experience and skills

About Us

onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.

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