About Analog Devices
Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).
About the Role
The ADI Front-End Fab Quality organization is dedicated to driving customer satisfaction through continuous improvement in front-end semiconductor manufacturing. As a Manager of Defect Reduction & Yield Enhancement, you will lead strategic initiatives to minimize defects and maximize yield, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to deliver measurable improvements in manufacturing performance.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Define and execute a comprehensive vision for defect reduction and yield improvement across multiple semiconductor process flows.
Establish clear objectives, monitor progress, and report outcomes to senior leadership.
Defect Process Governance
Oversee defect control programs, ensuring robust SPC monitoring and timely corrective actions.
Drive systemic improvements through root cause analysis and preventive strategies.
Defect Reduction Roadmap
Develop and implement long-term strategies for reducing yield-limiting defects using Pareto analysis and kill ratio methodologies.
Ensure alignment with corporate quality and operational goals.
Metrology Tool Oversight
Provide managerial oversight for optical automated defect inspection and SEM review tools.
Ensure tool matching, recipe optimization, and consistency across platforms.
Cross-Functional Program Management
Lead and mentor cross-functional teams (Integration, Process, Equipment, Operations) to deliver defect reduction projects.
Foster collaboration, accountability, and timely execution of improvement initiatives.
Talent Development
Coach and develop engineers and technicians, promoting technical growth and knowledge sharing.
Integrate industry best practices into fab operations.
Data-Driven Decision Making
Oversee defect data analysis using KLARITY ACE or similar software to inform strategic decisions and continuous improvement efforts.
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Experience: 9+ years in defect reduction and yield enhancement within a semiconductor wafer fabrication environment, including at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial capacity.
Strong proficiency in statistical analysis methods (e.g., t-test, ANOVA) and advanced data analytics tools such as JMP.
In-depth knowledge of defect inspection and review systems (e.g., KLA/ONTO bright field, KLA dark field, AMAT SEM review or similar systems).
Hands-on experience with defect-to-sort correlation, yield kill ratio analysis, and spatial signature interpretation using platforms like KLARITY ACE, KLARITY Defect, or PDF DataPower or similar systems.
Leadership & Communication: Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects, manage competing priorities, and deliver measurable results under tight timelines. Exceptional communication and presentation skills for executive-level reporting.
Problem-Solving: Proven track record of applying data-driven approaches to identify root causes and implement sustainable improvements in manufacturing processes.
For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.
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Job Req Type: ExperiencedRequired Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
Shift Type: 1st Shift/DaysThe expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $118,800 to $163,350.
Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.
This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors
This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.
Benefits for the position includes 10 paid holidays per year, paid vacation starting at 136 hours per year for full-time employees (prorated for part-time employees), and paid sick time that exceeds the requirements of the Washington State Sick Leave law.