Manufacturing Operations Manager available for Day and Night Shift - Advanced Packaging

Job Details:

Job Description: At Intel, we create world-changing technology that improves the life of every person on the planet. By joining the Substrate Packaging Technology Development (SPTD) organization within our Advanced Packaging Team, you will support our mission to be the supplier of choice for leading-edge, affordable advanced substrate packaging solutions. This is your opportunity to lead a high-performing team that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and a collaborative, supportive work environment.

We are seeking an SPTD Manufacturing Operations Manager to join our advanced packaging operations in Chandler, Arizona. In this role, you will lead and develop a team of highly skilled technicians responsible for equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, tool recovery, and daily factory execution on several shifts. Working hands-on in our dynamic manufacturing facility, you will maintain a visible shift presence to strengthen team performance, optimize equipment stability, and directly support the strategic goals that enable Intel's continued packaging leadership.

Candidate must maintain a strong, visible presence on the manufacturing floor and work compressed work-week schedules as needed.

One opening per-shift. Shift information below:

• Shift 4: (nights frontend) 6PM-6AM Sun-Tues and alternating Saturday nights
• Shift 5: (days frontend) 6AM-6PM Sun-Tues and alternating Wednesday days
• Shift 6: (nights backend) 6PM-6AM Wed-Sat and alternating Saturday night
• Shift 7: (days backend) 6AM-6PM Thurs-Sat and alternating Wednesday days

Key Responsibilities:

• Shift Team Leadership: Lead, schedule, and develop a team of technical equipment technicians, managing daily workstation assignments, rotations, and performance standards.
• Maintenance & Resource Planning: Build and execute detailed resource plans for corrective and preventive maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and stability.
• Continuous Improvement Leadership: Own shift performance metrics (safety, quality, cost, and output) by driving continuous improvement initiatives using structured Lean, Six Sigma, or Model-Based Problem Solving (MBPS) methodologies.
• Training Program Execution: Establish, evaluate, and execute technical training plans to systematically upgrade technician skills aligned with manufacturing roadmap requirements.
• Cross-Functional Engineering Collaboration: Partner directly with Module Engineering groups to resolve systemic hardware faults, execute tooling improvements, and stabilize manufacturing processes.
• Operational Policy & Safety Enforcement: Enforce strict compliance with Intel safety guidelines, factory protocols, and operational policies on-shift.

As a Successful Candidate, You Will Bring:

• Dynamic Leadership & People Development: Natural talent for building, coaching, and motivating high-performing technical teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Structured Problem Solving: Passion for utilizing logical, data-driven methodologies to dissect complex manufacturing bottlenecks and equipment failures.
• Exceptional Communication: Clear, direct, and diplomatic verbal and written communication style to align priorities across shift handoffs and engineering teams.
• Strategic Executive Presence: Comfort managing critical, high-urgency factory excursions while maintaining structural standards and promoting corporate values.

Apply today to join Intel Arizona's Substrate Packaging Technology Development team. Take command of critical shift operations, develop the next generation of technical talent, and build a rewarding leadership career.

Qualifications: You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Relevant experience can be obtained through schoolwork, classes and project work, internships, military training, and/or work experience. This Position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Engineering preferred) and 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or related, OR Master's degree in a STEM field and 2+ years of experience.
• Relevant experience in any of the following:
• Technical aptitude to understand and troubleshoot complex manufacturing equipment.
• Experience developing, managing, and executing training plans for technical teams.
• Proficiency in structured problem-solving methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, MBPS, or Six Sigma.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in:• Substrate, assembly, packaging, or silicon process development or manufacturing.
• Equipment qualification and maintenance processes.
• Factory operation systems, factory physics.
• Leading continuous improvement projects with measurable results.
• Managing teams in a manufacturing or technical environment.

Job Type: Experienced Hire

Shift: Shift 6 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Arizona, Phoenix

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $89,010.00-170,630.00 USD

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change. *

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