Global Metrology Leader

ASM is a leading global supplier of products, services, and materials for semiconductor processing. For more than half a century, innovation has been at the core of everything we do. Our smart, ambitious people are dedicated to creating cutting-edge solutions for the world’s leading semiconductor providers. Every day we push the development of next-generation computer-chip technology, always staying a few steps ahead of what’s next.

The talented, enthusiastic people at ASM are just like you: dedicated to improving people’s lives and unlocking new potential. With our collaborative approach to R&D, we advance key semiconductor technologies and platforms like ALD, epitaxy, PEALD, PECVD, and vertical furnaces. And we have recently entered the promising high-growth market: silicon carbide epitaxy. Year after year, our innovations help to make chips smaller, faster, and more powerful. In fact, you will find our technology in every aspect of modern life: in AI, medical equipment, 5G, smartphones, autonomous driving, and more.

Working to operate and scale globally in the area of Metrology equipment management. The ideal candidate proactively identifies and solves the most complex problems that impact the management, direction, and success of the business. Candidate must be able to lead multidisciplinary programs or initiatives covering process, system, and organizational improvements.

The Global Metrology Leader is responsible for driving a centralized organization across multiple geographic regions. Responsibilities of the role include optimizing global metrology capital equipment, procurement and utilization, implementing best technical practices, and centralizing operation and business processes globally in the Metrology equipment space. The Global Metrology Leader is responsible for leading the team to work with R&D business partners to provide world class service in uptime and useability of our Metrology equipment. This position requires active cooperation with various stakeholders and ability to navigate easily in a multi-cultural and global environment. The role is responsible for integration with global universities and representing ASM in the Metrology equipment space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maximize uptime and availability of metrology tools at ASM sites globally
• Investigate and drive resolution of metrology issues reported by internal customers
• Work with metrology equipment suppliers to ensure compliance with service contracts and define requirements on new tool purchases
• Utilize statistical methods such as SPC or MSA to track and maintain stability of metrology results
• Ensure regular calibrations of metrology tools are performed and documented, developing new calibration procedures as needed
• Prepare reports and presentations on metrology metrics and activities
• Develop annual Global Metrology capital plans, submit Capital Approval Requests to support the business
• Ensure OPEX (operating expense) spending is in alignment with project plans and spending targets for the Business Unit
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for lab end users and metrology team operations
• Participate in professional organizations and committees related to metrology
• Cross train personnel in the use of metrology equipment and techniques
• Develop and maintain centralized databases of metrology information
• Keep abreast of new developments in metrology

Qualifications

• 15 - 20 years in Semiconductor or related industry
• Masters or PhD in engineering or scientific field and preferably with an MBA
• Familiarity and hands on experience in operating Semiconductor Metrology equipment and managing engineers and technicians
• 15+ years of hands on experience with SAP in an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Previous experience in managing in a complex environment with globally distributed employee base

Skills

• Ability to evaluate and quickly learn new tools, software and processes.
• Self-starter able to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative and cross-functional environment that is outcome and results-driven.
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively and drive change across functional areas.
• Strong end-to-end problem-solving skills.
• Excellent relationship-building skills, with ability to establish trust and credibility across lines of business and functions, work well in cross-functional teams, and influence key stakeholders.
• History of managing varied teams of professionals in project-based environments with proven ability to coach and develop the team.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills with ability to objectively prioritize.
• Excellent executive-level written, visual, and verbal communication skills, including ability to communicate technical topics to a non-technical audience.
• Sound business acumen and exposure to strategy and long range planning.

At ASM we are committed to supporting our people, enabling them to develop their talents and perform at their best. We actively promote an inclusive and diverse culture that fosters trust and transparency. Our people are our power, and we value the differences between everyone because it is what make us better as a team. By embracing a wide range of perspectives, we enable a culture of continuous exploration and adoption of new ideas. At every step, we know that it is our valued people who enable us to deliver excellent products and service to our clients – and to make a meaningful difference in society.

So join us on our journey and unleash the power of an open mind. Discover how you can be part of our exciting future and apply today! To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.