Operations/Plant Director (半導體廠 - 廠長)

Kaohsiung Permanent View Job Description
The Plant Director will lead manufacturing, quality, maintenance, process engineering and supply chain teams.This role requires a proven track record of leading large manufacturing organizations and a deep understanding of the semiconductor industry.
  • Well-known foreign company, rare job opening released
  • Overseeing a team of managers with a wide range of responsibilities.

About Our Client

  • Our client is a global leader in critical process materials and technologies for the semiconductor and other advanced technology industries.
  • They provide essential solutions that help customers achieve their performance and productivity goals while minimizing risk.
  • Their products and services are used in a wide range of applications.

Job Description

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement divisional operational strategies to optimize capacity and achieve world-class performance.
  • Safety Culture: Foster a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with all legal and environmental regulations.
  • Performance Excellence: Lead the site operations team to meet or exceed key performance metrics, including safety, quality, throughput, delivery, and financial goals.
  • Team Development: Build and manage a high-performing operations leadership team, attracting and developing top talent to drive continuous improvement.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work effectively with teams across functions and regions to optimize customer supply, product performance, and financial results.
  • New Product Introduction: Support the successful transition and ramp-up of new products, managing advanced manufacturing and automated process control systems to ensure product quality.
  • Operational Excellence: Implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to create a culture of continuous improvement, utilizing SPC tools and processes.
  • Campus Leadership: Serve as the senior leader for the entire campus, fostering effective communication and collaboration with functional leaders.

The Successful Applicant

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering field.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in semiconductor processes.
  • At least 5 years of experience leading process engineering teams and driving process improvement initiatives.
  • Certification as a Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt is strongly preferred.
  • Fluency in English for effective communication with international teams.



Success Criteria:

  • Demonstrated passion for teamwork, achievement, and continuous growth.
  • Strong customer focus, ensuring reliable and predictable product delivery.
  • Proven leadership in setting long-term vision and short-term performance goals.
  • Versatility and ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across diverse locations and cultures.
  • Exceptional organizational skills, including prioritization, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple tasks.
  • Proven ability to resolve conflicts and build consensus among stakeholders while maintaining customer commitments and financial metrics.
  • Strong attention to detail and effective risk management practices.

What's on Offer

  • High potential for promotion and a highly visible unit.
  • Generous compensation and benefits package, with a flexible work arrangement.
Contact
Eddie Chien
Quote job ref
JN-092024-6549470
Phone number
+886 2 8729 8260

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Production, Manufacturing
What is your area of specialisation?
Semiconductors
Location
Kaohsiung
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Eddie Chien
Consultant phone
+886 2 8729 8260
Job Reference
JN-092024-6549470

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

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