Manufacturing Planning Manager (People Leader)

The Manufacturing Planning Manager is a critical role within InnovaFlex™, providing technical and analytical support to both the operations department and factory planning.  As a key contributor, you will track essential metrics such as fab moves, cycle time, capacity, and chemical usage. Leveraging these insights, you will proactively identify issues and develop effective solutions to enhance our manufacturing process.  In addition, you will lead and manage a team of Process Technicians working shifts 1, 2 & 3. As back-up support to the Director FAB Operations, you’ll play an integral part in driving operational excellence.

About InnovaFlex™

InnovaFlex™ is a nontraditional-semiconductor designer and manufacturer that has capabilities to create a variety of electronics on both glass and flexible substrates. We are the largest amorphous silicon semiconductor manufacturer outside of Asia and have a variety of other products including sensors, batteries, antennas, wearables, backplanes and more for some of today’s most innovative solutions in the military, medical, industrial, and security imaging businesses.  We are passionate about positively impacting our world by improving lives through high quality products and services.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Factory Planning and Shipments:  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient production planning and timely delivery of products to customers.
2. Capacity and Scenario Management: Optimize production capacity by analyzing scenarios and adjusting plans accordingly.
3. Mobility and Operations Metrics: Monitor and improve mobility within the production process, while tracking relevant operational metrics.
4. Material Usage and Objectives Reporting: Maintain accurate records of material usage and contribute to performance reporting.
5. Development and Maintenance Management: Continuously improve manufacturing processes and maintain production systems.
6. Team Leadership: Lead, motivate and mentor a team of Process Technicians working shifts 1, 2 & 3 to achieve operational excellence.
7. Performance Feedback and Employment Management: Provide feedback on performance through one-on-one meetings, including disciplinary performance and annual performance appraisals.  Handle teammate time tracking, including paid time off.
8. MRP File Setup and Maintenance: Assist in setting up and maintaining MRP (Material Requirements Planning) files to optimize material flow and inventory management. 
9. Collaboration with Departments: Collaborate closely with Operations, Quality, and Engineering departments to align production plans and enhance overall efficiency.
10. Budget Management: Oversee and manage your department budget.
11. Back-up support to our Director FAB Operations.
12.  Adaptability and Flexibility: Handle any other duties as assigned based on business needs.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (e.g. Operations Management, Engineering, Business) preferred
• Experience in manufacturing planning and process optimization required
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail, enabling you to effectively address complex production challenges required 
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities required
• 4 to 8 years Semiconductor or similar manufacturing environment experience required 
• Ability to work effectively in a team required
• Possess strong computer skills and competency in MS office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams) required
• Willingness to learn, improve and adapt when working under time constraints, production and/or quality issues required
• Strong programming language Python or Sequence experience required
• Experience with lean management preferred
• Experience with project management required 
• Budgetary experience preferred

InnovaFlex™ Core Values

Our values are embedded in our daily life at InnovaFlex™, and they are the foundation helping us make decisions impacting the future of our company.  Our values support our mission and vision by providing guidelines on how we approach challenges in our daily life at InnovaFlex™.  We all own the culture at InnovaFlex™ Foundry, and demonstrating these behaviors shows our fellow teammates and customers we are committed to not only what we do but also how we do it. The How is as important as the what.   

Take Ownership 

We exhibit resourcefulness, independent action and professional judgment that are position appropriate.

Habituate Quality

We promote a culture of quality and safety in process and performance.

Encourage Innovation 

We promote a culture of process improvement and strategic solutions. Relentlessly pursue excellence with enthusiasm.  Endeavor to implement cutting edge techniques.

Have Passion 

We promote a culture of service. Passionate about what we do and how we do it at InnovaFlex™ Foundry.

Open-Minded 

We promote an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse climate. Validate teammates’ ideas and client problems. Keep an open mind and remain professional in all work settings.

Win Together

We promote cooperation and effective relationships. Make a positive impact through collaboration, innovation, and technology.  Serve fellow teammates, customers, and community. Work with togetherness, transparency, and trust.

Compensation:

Our salary range isn’t just merely a figure, it embodies our unwavering dedication. At InnovaFlex™ we meticulously craft our job offerings, taking into account a myriad of factors:

• Experience Matters: Your years of industry experience will be rewarded.
• Education Counts: Advanced degrees and/or specialized certifications enhance your earning potential.

• Knowledge Is Key: Demonstrating exceptional skills and staying ahead of the curve will be reflected in your compensation.
• Job Levels: As you grow within our organization, your achievements will unlock new opportunities and higher pay.

Salary Information:

• Annualized Base Salary for this Role: $105,654 to $125,000; offered base salary dependent upon experience, education, knowledge.
• Annual Bonus Target: 20% of base annualized salary; prorated first year of employment based on date of hire.

Beyond the Base Wage:  Our compensation package goes beyond the basics. Our valued teammates experience: 

• Health Insurance: Our comprehensive health coverage ensures teammates’ well-being, influencing their decision to join and stay with us.
• Work-Life Balance: Our paid time off practices, flexible work arrangements, and wellness programs promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Diversity and Inclusion: We foster an inclusive environment through teammate resource groups, implicit bias training, and equal opportunity policies.
• Financial Wellness: Retirement plans, financial counseling, and performance bonuses support teammates’ financial health.

• Teammate Recognition: Regular rewards, team outings, and social events celebrate achievements and build camaraderie.

Benefits:

Our Benefits Package includes, but not limited to: 

• Medical (4 plans to choose from), Dental and Vision all effective date of hire
• 9 paid holidays annually
• 4 Personal Choice Holidays (prorated 1^st year of employment based on date of hire)
• 401(k) with an employer match tied to one (1) year vesting schedule
• Company paid Life & ADD, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation, Paid sick time
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Schedule:  

1. Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm 
2. Be available to support direct reports during their respective shifts 1, 2 & 3
3. Additional hours as needed to support business needs
4. Once fully trained and performing satisfactorily candidate hired is eligible for a 9/80 work schedule and/or working one (1) day remotely; subject to change and/or dependent on the needs of the business

Work Environment:

1. FAB-Clean Room: 10% of job
2. Office Setting:  90% of job
3. Lifting up to 50 pounds periodically
4. Carrying up to 50 pounds periodically
5. Travel: N/A

Closing date: August 4, 2024

If you are a proactive leader with a passion for driving operational excellence, we encourage you to apply!