Operation Senior Director

About the role
The Senior Operations Director will lead a high-volume semiconductor Assembly and Final Test factory. You will be responsible for the strategic and tactical management of a multi-disciplinary large size organization. This role demands a powerhouse leader who integrates Engineering Manufacturing and New Product Introduction (NPI) to deliver world-class operational excellence.

What you will do

1. Operational Excellence & KPI Management

• Performance Metrics: Drive and exceed factory KPIs including Unit Cost Quality (DPPM/Excursion control) Productivity (UPPH) and Yield.
• Resource Optimization: Maximize equipment OEE and optimize DL/IDL ratios to ensure lean cost-competitive operations.
• Strategic Execution: Define and implement a clear operational roadmap to ensure flawless execution of the factorys long-term goals.

2. Technical Leadership & Engineering

• Process Mastery: Provide technical oversight for complex Assembly and Test processes ensuring equipment stability and process capability.
• Data-Driven Culture: Champion a culture of high-level statistical analysis. Use data to identify bottlenecks and drive systemic improvements.
• Problem Solving: Lead structured and systemic root-cause analysis (e.g. 8D Fishbone DOE) for high-stakes technical or operational challenges.

3. NPI & Product Development

• Manufacturability: Partner with R&D and Global Business Groups to develop products that are stable high-yielding and cost-optimized from day one.
• Process Capability: Ensure all new products demonstrate robust Cpk and meet stringent quality standards before high-volume manufacturing (HVM) ramp.

4. Stakeholder & People Management

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the primary bridge between the factory and external entities (Business Groups Global Quality Opex HR Finance and Facilities).
• Talent Pipeline: Directly oversee the development of the leadership team; mentor high-potential talent to ensure organizational sustainability.
• Workforce Leadership: Manage a large-scale workforce of 4000 fostering a culture of accountability safety and continuous improvement.

What you will need

• Education: Bachelors or Masters Degree in Engineering (Mechanical Electrical Microelectronics) or a related technical field.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of senior leadership experience managing large-scale operations in Semiconductor Backend (Assembly & Test).
• Proven track record of managing organizations with thousands of employees.
• Technical Skills: Deep expertise in Assembly equipment backend processes and manufacturing systems.
• Advanced mastery of statistical analytical tools and data-driven decision-making.
• Leadership Qualities: The ability to drive change in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills to influence global stakeholders.
• Strong structured and systemic problem-solving mindset.
• Proven success in managing massive HVM (High Volume Manufacturing) ramps.

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D&I Statement

As an equal-opportunity employer Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all and we consider all applicants fairly as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.

In addition we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Womens groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.