Compliance Manager

Compliance Manager

Position Summary

The Compliance Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the company’s compliance framework within a highly regulated semiconductor environment. This role ensures adherence to global regulatory requirements, export controls, trade compliance laws, environmental regulations, data privacy laws, and industry standards relevant to semiconductor manufacturing, R&D, and global supply chains.

The Compliance Manager will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, HR, IT, and Executive Leadership to promote a culture of ethics, integrity, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Compliance Program

• Design and maintain the company’s compliance program and policies.


• Conduct periodic risk assessments across global operations.


• Develop internal controls and compliance monitoring mechanisms.


• Lead internal investigations related to potential compliance violations.


• Report compliance risks and updates to executive leadership and the Board.

Environmental & Manufacturing Compliance

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations (e.g., EPA, REACH, RoHS).


• Oversee compliance related to hazardous materials used in semiconductor fabrication.


• Coordinate with EHS teams to ensure manufacturing site compliance.

Data Privacy & Information Security

• Ensure compliance with global privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).


• Partner with IT and Security to ensure protection of IP and sensitive R&D data.

Training & Culture

• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees.


• Promote ethical business conduct and whistleblower protections.


• Manage code of conduct enforcement and annual certifications.

Audits & Reporting

• Coordinate internal and external compliance audits.


• Prepare regulatory reports and disclosures.


• Maintain documentation for regulatory inspections and certifications.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Engineering, or related field.


• JD, MBA, or compliance certification (CCEP, CRCM) preferred.

Experience

• 7–12+ years of compliance experience, preferably in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or technology industries.


• Experience supporting global operations and supply chains.