Operations Manager

Building on our leadership in low-loss SiN photonics, LIGENTEC is expanding its technology offering to include SOI silicon photonics with pathways for heterogeneous integration. You are about to seize a unique opportunity to transition a cutting edge technology into tangible products. To accelerate our market entry and adoption of SOI technology, we are looking for an experienced and highly connected Operations Manager with a strong background in the Silicon Photonics ecosystem.

Role and Responsibilities

Third-Party FAB Operations

• CH Operations: Manage the swiss production teams (front end and back end)

• Production Oversight: Manage daily operations at the third-party FAB, focusing on production scheduling, cycle time reduction, and the optimization of tool usage.

• Performance Metrics: Ensure On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets are consistently met and operational bottlenecks are mitigated.

• Partner Relations: Cultivate and manage the strategic relationship with the FAB partner, ensuring adequate production capacity while driving continuous cost savings.

Swiss Facility & Logistics Management

• Site FacilitiesOperations: Direct and maintain the CH facilities, ensuring all physical office requirements are met to support a productive work environment.

• Logistics: Oversee the end-to-end shipping and receiving of goods, ensuring smooth and efficient site logistics.

Strategic Procurement

• Purchasing Leadership: Manage all purchasing operations with a strict focus on achieving ongoing cost savings without compromising quality.

• Vendor Management: Evaluate, select, and manage suppliers to ensure reliability, compliance, and competitive pricing.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Industry Experience: 10+ years of proven experience in the semiconductor industry.

• Foundry Knowledge: Deep familiarity with foundry operations, specifically concerning materials and production processes.

• Leadership Skills: Proven managerial experience, including a track record of successfully managing other managers and navigating complex matrix organizations.

• Vendor Management: Strong background in supplier relations, vendor assessment, and contract management.

• Negotiation: Exceptional negotiation skills with a proven ability to drive cost-effective outcomes.

• Global Mindset: Previous experience working effectively within a multinational, multi-site corporate environment.

• Language Skills: Fluent English is an absolute must. Proficiency in French is considered a significant advantage.