EPI Equipment Maintenance Supervisor at Coherent

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of Equipment Engineering Technicians supporting semiconductor manufacturing operations by assigning and prioritizing technician workloads to ensure timely response to equipment alarms, breakdowns, and production support needs.
• Monitor equipment performance, uptime, and maintenance execution to achieve manufacturing and operational targets.
• Works with engineering and operations to develop and maintain standard operating procedures.
• Communicates problems, results, and important issues to the relevant process, ops and facilities.
• Conduct performance reviews, set team goals, and foster a productive, positive work environment.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis efforts for equipment-related issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Setting a schedule for preventive and routine maintenance and tracking work orders to completion. Ensure preventive maintenance (PM) activities are completed accurately, safely, and on schedule.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, cycle time reduction, yield improvement, and cost reduction.
• Develop, train, coach, and evaluate technician team members to improve technical capabilities and overall team performance.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, cleanroom protocols, environmental requirements, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, documentation, shift pass-downs, and equipment history within maintenance management systems.
• Monitor spare parts usage and inventory to support equipment readiness and minimize production interruptions.
• Participate in escalation management and provide technical leadership during critical equipment events or manufacturing disruptions.
• Support shift coverage planning, staffing needs, scheduling, and performance management activities.
• Drive adherence to operational procedures, standard work instructions, and best maintenance practices.

Education & Experience

• Military Leadership experience or Bachelor’s degree.
• 10+ years’ MOCVD maintenance experience.

Skills

• Shows strong leadership and technical troubleshooting experience in semiconductor manufacturing equipment, along with the ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment. 
• Able to troubleshoot complex issues with little to no guidance
• Experience supporting tools such as EPI, implant, diffusion, and metrology systems is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills and software programs such as:
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
• Knowledge of how to read electronic schematics, mechanical blueprints, pneumatic diagrams, vacuum diagrams, flow charts, cause effect diagrams, and hydraulic system prints.
• Understanding of the MOCVD and Implant process.
• Good understanding of SPC theory and implementation.
• Good understanding of vacuum theory, various vacuum pumps such as dry pumps, cryo pumps, turbo pumps, various types of vacuum sensors, pressure control devices, and MFCs.
• Understand and follow both written procedures and verbal instructions in the preventive maintenance of wafer fab equipment. 
• Individual must be self-motivated and be able to organize and manage their planned and unplanned activities in a timely and professional manner.
• Able to turn an idea into a prototype by designing a part and have it fabricated at a machine shop.
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively utilizing all methods available to them.
• Must be able to be a member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT).

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in a Class 100/1000 clean room.
• Wear full clean room attire.
• Work around chemicals such as gases, liquids, acids, solvents, or solids.
• Work around hazardous and non-hazardous gases.
• Must be able to pass and maintain an ERT clearance through periodic training and physicals.
• Must be able to work using a respirator, supplied air, or SCBA equipment.
• Lift 50 pounds or push/pull up to 150 pounds.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to pass and maintain an ERT clearance through periodic training and physicals.
• Must be able to work using a respirator, supplied air, or SCBA equipment.
• Lift 50 pounds or push/pull up to 150 pounds.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards.  This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.

Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently.  They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance

Quality & Environmental Requirements

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.