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D-Shift Supervisor – PhotolithographyBold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life-saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters, Florida, or Texas location — employees join together to improve the world.Explore what's possible. Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning "science fiction" into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.Step into the future. SkyWater's values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees — and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds.Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world!Primary Objective:We are seeking a D-Shift Supervisor – Photolithography to lead production operations within a high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for shift execution, personnel leadership, safety compliance, tool performance oversight, and achieving production targets while maintaining world-class quality standards.The ideal candidate combines strong lithography process knowledge with proven leadership capability in a cleanroom manufacturing environment.D Shift: Wednesday through Friday in week one, and Wednesday through Saturday in week two, from 6:55 pm - 7:10 am. This role offers a 15% differential.Major Areas of Accountability:Shift Operations LeadershipLead and supervise photolithography operators and process technicians during assigned shiftDrive daily production targets including throughput, WIP management, and cycle timeEnsure smooth shift handoff communicationRespond to process excursions and coordinate with engineering and maintenance teamsEscalate issues appropriately to minimize downtime and yield impactTechnical & Process OversightMonitor critical lithography metrics (CD control, overlay, defect density, resist thickness)Support troubleshooting of coat, expose, develop processesEnsure SPC compliance and process control adherenceCoordinate tool qualifications and maintenance schedulesPartner with engineering on continuous improvement initiativesEquipment OversightExperience working with industry-standard tools such as:ASML steppers/scannersNikon Corporation exposure systemsCanon Inc. lithography systemsTEL track systemsKLA Corporation inspection/metrology toolsQuality, Safety & ComplianceEnforce cleanroom protocols and EHS standardsEnsure documentation accuracy and shift reporting disciplineDrive root cause analysis (5-Why, Fishbone) for excursionsMaintain compliance with manufacturing and quality systemsTeam DevelopmentCoach and mentor team membersConduct performance discussions and provide feedbackManage shift staffing, attendance, and schedulingPromote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvementRequired Qualifications:5+ years of semiconductor manufacturing experience2+ years of photolithography-specific experience preferred2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role preferredStrong understanding of:Photoresist processes (coat, expose, develop)CD and overlay controlSPC and statistical analysisExperience in high-volume 200mm or 300mm fab environmentsAbility to work in a cleanroom and support the assigned shift schedulePreferred Qualifications:Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related fieldExperience ramping new tools or processesFamiliarity with MES systemsProficiency in ExcelSkyWater offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site cafeteria, fitness facility, and self-serve market.SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. To request reasonable accommodations, to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at or , including disability/vetsWe will never ask applicants to pay fees, purchase equipment or gift cards, or provide financial information before a formal offer of employment has been accepted. If you receive a suspicious communication claiming to represent our company, please verify its authenticity by contacting our recruitment team at before responding.
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