Cleanroom Team Leader

We are scientists, doctors, techies and humanity lovers, with the mission of building neuroelectronic interfaces to cure brain disorders. INBRAIN harnesses the extraordinary material properties of Graphene, the world’s thinnest and nobel-prize winning material, to build safe, uninvasive and highly efficient neural solutions. Our mission is to decode and modulate neural networks to improve people's lives

As a Clean Room Team Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing daily operations within the clean room, ensuring the efficient execution of microfabrication and micro assembly processes. You will be leading a team of clean room technicians, driving production excellence, MES (Manufacturing Execution System) integration, automation, and data-driven process improvements.

You will be at the forefront of bringing advanced healthcare solutions to market, making a tangible difference in people´s lives worldwide.

This position will be office-based in Bellaterra. 
Main responsibilities:

• Development to Production Transfer: The principal responsibility of operational team is to support the development-to-production transfer process. This includes creating and refining the Bill of Materials (BOM), Bill of Processes (BOP), manufacturing equipment specifications, testing protocols, and manufacturing recipes. 
• Working closely with supply chain to ensure that material availability, equipment procurement, and supplier coordination are aligned with production schedules, ensuring seamless integration of supply chain activities with clean room manufacturing operations. 
• Manage day-to-day operations of the clean room, overseeing microfabrication and device assembly tasks.
• Lead, train, and supervise a team of clean room and micro assembly technicians, ensuring adherence to clean room protocols and safety standards. 
• Oversee daily task scheduling, resource planning, and production tracking to meet manufacturing deadlines and quality targets. 
• Support MES integration, ensuring seamless communication between equipment, processes, and data systems.  
• Identify automation initiatives within manufacturing to improve efficiency and reduce manual interventions. 
• Support data warehouse systems to collect, analyse, and report production metrics for continuous improvement. 
• Ensure compliance with clean room protocols and relevant industry standards (ISO 13485, GMP, etc.), including management of change broad controls, CAPAs, etc. 
• Identify and implement manufacturing excellence initiatives to improve yield, reduce waste, and optimize processes. 
• Collaborate with engineering and R&D teams to ensure new processes are scalable and production ready.
• Manage risk assessment, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for production related issues.

Mandatory Qualifications and Soft skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field. 
• Strong knowledge of microfabrication processes (thin-film deposition, lithography, etching, etc.) and micro-assembly techniques. Minimum 3 to 5 years experience.
• Fluency in English required. While Spanish is considered as a strong plus. 
• Experience in managing manufacturing teams in a pilot production or similar environment.
• Familiarity with MES systems and experience with system integration.
• Knowledge of automation tools and process control systems. 
• Basic computer and math skills. 
• Good understanding of manufacturing equipment and their operation.
• Good understanding of operational manufacturing.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team in a fast-paced, high-precision environment.
• Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot production issues and drive root cause analysis.
• Clear and effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and reporting to senior management.
• Comfortable managing changing priorities and evolving processes in a scaling manufacturing environment.
• High level of accuracy and diligence in managing clean room processes and data.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and quality.

Nice to have:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or Operations Management. 
• Strong understanding of data warehouse principles and ability to use production data for process optimization.
• 5+ years of experience in clean room operations within a semiconductor, microfabrication, or medical device environment.
• Experience in ISO 13485 or GMP-compliant manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of semiconductor yield management and statistical process control (SPC).
• Experience with LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement practices (Kaizen, Six Sigma).
• Familiarity with automated optical inspection (AOI) tools and automation systems.
• Experience in robotics and motion control systems for microfabrication processes.

We are looking for someone who Is ready to proactively bring new ideas to the team, push boundaries, and constantly look for innovation. At INBRAIN we believe in shared success and diverse ways of thinking, here you'll learn, grow, and advance in an innovative culture.


WHAT CAN WE OFFER TO YOU? 

• A collaborative environment where innovative ideas flourish and teamwork drives us forward. At INBRAIN, we believe the power of collective intelligence is unique. You will be part of a team that thrives on open communication, knowledge sharing and mutual respect. 
• Meaningful Work Impact: Our projects are not only exciting and challenging but also have a positive impact on the industry and society as a whole. You'll be part of a team that strives to create meaningful change. 
• Cutting-Edge Technology Exposure: Joining us means immersing yourself in the latest technologies and innovative solutions. You'll have access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, fostering continuous learning and keeping your skills relevant in a rapidly evolving industry. 
• Competitive salary (according to your experience/skills) 
• Payflow & Flexflow 
• Private Health Insurance 
• Training bonus for professional development and access to Udemy platform
• 23 vacation days per year
• Christmas week off
• While we offer flexible working modality, because of the nature of this position, this will be an office-based position in Bellaterra.

Applications must be submitted in English

At INBRAIN, we're not just offering a job – we're inviting you to be part of a transformative journey, Are you ready to transform lives? Join us!

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We believe that a diverse and well-balanced workforce drives innovation. At INBRAIN, we foster the inclusion of all people regardless of culture, age, gender, sexual orientation and identity, or any other status