CMP Manager

SSMC (Systems on Silicon Manufacturing Company Pte. Ltd.), is a Joint Venture between NXP and TSMC. We offer flexible and cost-effective semiconductor fabrication solutions by maintaining fully equipped SMIF cleanroom environment, 100% equipment automation and proven wafer-manufacturing processes.

At SSMC, people are our greatest asset. We are committed to building a high‑performance, inclusive workplace and are looking for innovative, passionate, and results‑driven leaders to grow with us.

We are seeking an experienced CMP Process manager to lead a diverse team of engineering talent within our Diffusion Department. This role plays a critical part in driving manufacturing excellence, process robustness, and continuous improvement across the fab.

What you will be working on:

• Establish plans and strategies to meet and surpass manufacturing performance indices
• Establish smooth operation of manufacturing through the establishment of robust manufacturing processes; high equipment availability and clear operating procedures
• Forecast and budget for test wafers and process-related expenditures
• Drive improvements in yield, throughput, OEE, Cpk, and defect density reduction
• Liaise with internal and external customers to improve yield, quality and throughput
• Implement SPC/FMEA/DOE as means of Total Quality Control
• Spearhead and facilitate continuous improvement through QIT programs to create cost effective and robust processes
• Perform appraisals and map career path for subordinates
• Provide training and guidance to Engineers and Associate Engineers to achieve maximum performance effectiveness
• Conduct regular feedback and communication sessions with staff for work improvement and maintain morale
• Responsible for process installation and monitoring and capability reporting
• Responsible for recipe management, control, availability and documentation
• Participate in Change Meeting
• Perform Fab audit in own dept/area
• Ensure good housekeeping and safety practices in the Fab

More about you:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent
• 6-8 years of relevant semiconductor wafer fabrication experience, with strong technical expertise in Diffusion and/or CMP processes
• Proven knowledge of wafer fab equipment, process integration, and manufacturing control systems
• Experienced in process control in oxide CMP process.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills

SSMC is committed to equal employment opportunities and abides by the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices (TGFEP). All qualified applicants will receive non-discriminatory consideration for employment on the basis of merit and regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability, or any other attributes as protected by the relevant laws.