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Micron Technology, Inc. Dry Etch Equipment Manager ID1 in Boise, Idaho
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all .
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Micron is experiencing a significant expansion with our new fabrication facility in Boise, ID. As a pioneer in the semiconductor industry, we create solutions that inspire and revolutionize technology. With a global investment of over $150 billion in groundbreaking manufacturing over the next decade, we seek enthusiastic individuals to join our Boise expansion team and contribute to the growth and innovation of the semiconductor industry. Apply now to explore new career opportunities with Micron.
Learn more about us here: Construction Update: Micron's leading-edge memory manufacturing fab in Idaho | Micron Technology (youtube.com) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmvQ8atyf20)
Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Safety & Quality
Completes all required safety training and ensures all work is conducted in accordance with safety policies
Drives a proactive safety culture and supports the execution of EHS and PHA management systems
Identifies areas of improvement and drives the team towards continuous improvements
Performs and facilitates audits and submits good catches on safety issues
Follows up on safety and quality-related issues and works towards resolution
Operates and maintains the area according to documentation and guidelines to ensure safety and quality expectations are met
Uses best-known practices and network resources to stay aligned on best-known methods
Communication & Teamwork
Partners with Process Development, Operations, and IE teams to develop effective plans for area improvements and completion of goals
Works closely with suppliers to address tool problems, defect issues, and improve tool availability
Improves communication and collaboration with area, department, and network partners, as well as with any external customers
Coordinate and lead meetings and initiate follow-up actions
Partners with HVMs in data collection, gap analysis, and improvement implementation as part of Benchmarking and transfer activities
Technical/Data Analysis
Analyzes data to make critical decisions and drive cost reduction activities
Provides troubleshooting support for sophisticated problems and addresses root causes
Serves as a key area resource for technical support and/or providing required technical resources to support TD requirements
Drives a culture of TPM including TPM metrics, WS health reports, CIP items, MTAGs, MOP documents, and restoration guides
Project Management/Planning
Serves as manager of area equipment owners
Leads projects to ensure deliverables are completed within the required scope, schedule, and budget
Supervises actions and provides a clear path or resources to address blocking issues and ensure timely completion.
Drives team to focus on priority issues and stay within the scope of the project
Coordinates and leads meetings and initiates follow-up actions
Supports department business processes for new tool installations, as well as existing tool modifications or removals
Partners with Procurement, Process Development, Process Integration, Planning, and manufacturing on new tool/chamber purchases
Performance Management
Conducts regular performance management and professional development through clear expectations and accountability
Ensures direct reports apply the performance management tools, including maintaining documentation to collect feedback, plans, and progress to support performance rating.
Ensures team members complete all assigned tasks before critical deadlines are passed by maintaining open dialogue and feedback
Defines roles to meet the overall organizational job expectations of the team
Knows Micron policies and partners closely with HR
Ensures the area has succession plans for all key positions
Provides guidance to identify, develop, and promote technical expertise (process, device, equipment, etc.)
Meets regularly with team members to review performance, provide feedback, and create development plans applying SuccessFactors.
Partners with direct reports to create long/short-term goals and projects that meet individual needs and the needs of the department
Fab Performance
Collaborate to improve area output and reduce wait and lost time.
Drives unscheduled downtime reductions, MA improvements, and excursion prevention to optimize overall fab performance
Prioritizes projects and area focus on correcting tactical issues that impact productivity, as well as developing strategic solutions to achieve long term improvements
Partners with manufacturing and planning to optimize the workstation balance in the area
Successful Candidates must have the following Qualifications:
Proven ability to lead a technical team to meet area and department goals
Proven track record to lead and manage the performance of direct reports
Proven ability to develop and mentor team members
Proven track record to lead by example in demonstrating Micron values and leadership competencies
Strong negotiation, and partnership skills
Sophisticated understanding of process flow related to area equipment
Advanced PC skills including a familiarity with MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MICAP, Ariba, and MAXIMO
Proven ability to communicate well, both written and verbally
Proven ability to present highly technical information to audiences at all levels
Strong leadership skills with the proven ability to coordinate efforts across a variety of groups
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively coordinate teams and projects
Proven ability to lead a technical team to meet area and department goals
Proven ability to manage the performance of direct reports and mentor the team
Proven ability to multi-task sophisticated projects
Advanced understanding of the Fab process areas including area processing equipment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to present highly technical information to internal and external audiences
Knowledge of the main utility systems supplied by the Facilities group
Education & Experience
Required: A.A.S. in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent experience, along with 5+ years of Dry Etch Equipment Owner experience; applicable Fab experience may be considered in place of a formal degree.
Preferred: B.S. in Engineering or equivalent experience with 7+ years of Dry Etch Equipment Owner experience; previous Equipment Manager experience.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits .
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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