If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.
At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.
Requisition ID: 75257

LOCATION: WOBURN, MA

Skyworks is looking for a key leader in the Technology and Manufacturing Group. The Woburn Wafer Fab QA Manager is responsible for supporting the wafer fabrication quality strategy for Skyworks. As a manager, you’ll be partnering with the Newbury Park, CA Fab QA Manager and global organizations including Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and leaders from the Business Units. You will lead highly visible and globally influential initiatives with significant impact on Skyworks’ business. Along with directing a team of internal fab quality engineers, the Wafer Fab QA Manager will also build and sustain the necessary tools and processes to execute strategic quality initiatives throughout the wafer fabrication space.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in semiconductor wafer manufacturing with at least 3 in Quality Management.
• Knowledge of ISO9001 required.
• Excellent analytical, organization, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in operating Microsoft Office applications and analytical software such as JMP.
• Proficiency in SPC, FMEA, MSA, 8D and root cause analysis tools.
• An expert in system, process, and product internal auditing.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Graduate degrees are a plus.
Experience with automotive quality standards and products is highly preferred!

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The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $139,100 - $278,300 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.
Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com

Quality management – for wafer fabrication operations, including:

• Quality Engineering Team Management, Incoming Raw Material Supplier Quality, Supplier Monitoring and Development, Supplier Audits, and Supplier Corrective Actions.
• Key contributor to Process FMEA improvements, Process Capability monitoring and improvement, Measurement Systems Analysis, Control of Nonconforming Material, Internal Corrective Actions, Continuous Improvement, Process Validation and Change Controls.
• Participation in and oversight for NTI and NPI activities, Customer Special Care, and Clean Launch.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the Fab quality engineering team.
• Collaborate with Sourcing, Engineering, and Business Unit teams to ensure Skyworks has a viable quality strategy for wafer fabrication.
• Partner with Legal, Sourcing, and Engineering teams to secure quality-aligned contract terms with our key vendors and to ensure adherence to those terms.
• Perform supplier audits, support customer audit activities, and develop close partnerships with internal customers, which may require some travel (~15%).