Manager of Cleanroom Operations

Location: Albany, NY Category: Cleanroom Operations Job Type: Full-Time Posted On: Wed Oct 21 2026 Job Description:

Position Summary, Manager of Cleanroom Operations

The Cleanroom Operations Manager oversees daily cleanroom operations and supervises a team to ensure the efficient operation of the Research Foundation/NY Creates Center for Semiconductor Research. This hands-on leadership role develops operational procedures, supports client and partner needs, and is responsible for employee performance, mentoring, and workforce development while maintaining a strong presence in the cleanroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages a team of Cleanroom Operations personnel

• Establishes procedures and protocol to ensure efficient and optimum operation of the Research Foundation/NY Creates Center for Semiconductor Research

• Work closely with partners, NY Creates, and Research Foundation/NY Creates client personnel to provide a highly productive work environment

• Conducts performance reviews, mentors, disciplines, and helps develop a highly efficient work force

• A significant portion of the work shift will be spent in the Cleanroom; this is a direct "hands on" supervisory position

• Other reasonable duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications, Manager of Cleanroom Operations

• B.S. or equivalent experience in Management, Education, or Physical, Chemical, or Biological sciences from a college or university accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel

• At least 5 years of supervisory/management experience

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.

Don't meet every requirement? At NY Creates we are dedicated to building a welcoming team. If you are excited about working for NY Creates but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit for this or another role.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental

• Competitive Pay and PTO

• Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts

• Basic / Optional Life Insurance

• Post-Retirement Health Insurance

• Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.

• Optional employee contributed retirement account.

Location: 257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

Salary Range: $75,000- $85,000, Night Shift stipend and additional $10,000

*Posted salary rates are determined upon experience and education

Additional Information:

NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required.

For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies. The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion. Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations.

Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY. The Research Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply please call Human Resources at 518-437-8686.