Operations Manager, Masimo Semiconductor

Job Summary JOB DESCRIPTION The Operations Manager at Masimo Semiconductor is a critical leadership position responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of our semiconductor fabrication and manufacturing processes. This role requires deep expertise in semiconductor technologies, operational excellence, supply chain coordination, and team leadership to drive high-yield production, efficiency, and product quality. The Operations Manager also provides strategic direction across technical and operational functions, cultivating strong relationships with both customers and suppliers. Additionally, this role is accountable for consistently communicating performance insights and improvement opportunities to Senior Management, while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory, industry, and customer standards.Duties & ResponsibilitiesLead cross-functional teams in operations, engineering, and quality assurance to meet production targets and KPIs.Actively ensure the business is knowledgeable on III-V technology and promote applicable Regulatory, industry and customer requirementsEnsure executive leadership is adequately informed of the current performance and any need for improvement regarding Masimo SemiconductorDevelop and maintain strategic partnerships with customers and suppliersCollaborate with Supply Chain and Planning to develop and execute efficient production schedules based on customer demand and inventory goals.Ensure material availability and equipment readiness to support uninterrupted production.Ensure execution to the organization’s yearly plan and budgetControl costs through resource optimization and waste reductionResponsible for overall P&L, teaming with the Finance Operations ControllerRecommend hire, promotion, demotion, reclassification or termination of employeesRecommend salary decisions (pay increases, bonuses or new hire offers)Handle all organizational employee relations issuesSupervise and mentor staff, develop staffing plans, and support employee training and developmentDetermine goals for the organization and communicate those goals to the teamDetermine organizational requirements based on the company build planEvaluate investment needs for the purchasing of equipment needed to improve manufacturing and testing efficienciesDirect teams towards solutions to III-V MOCVD epitaxial and fabrication technical related issuesInfluence organizational team effort by driving organizational related activities as neededCollaborate with senior management and cross-functional teams to achieve objectivesIdentify organizational risks and preventative action measuresAnalyze data trends and articulates future needs/requirements to executivesFacilitate Masimo Corporate and customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvementEnsure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations (i.e. Homeland Security, etc.)Minimum QualificationsMinimum & Preferred Qualifications and Experience: Ten plus years of related experience, with prior experience in III-V MOCVD epitaxy and fabricationExperience in high volume Medical Device manufacturing or related technologyExperience with MOCVD and facility operations and cleanroom equipment supportSpecialized nature of III/V material or related technology platformsStrong knowledge of semiconductor processing, manufacturing technologies, and quality systemsExperience in front-end and/or back-end semiconductor operationsExcellent knowledge/experience with regulatory/environmental requirementsExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to effectively interface with executive leadership, employees, customers, suppliers and regulatory agenciesPreferred QualificationsKnowledge and experience with producing specialty materials, i.e. III-VEducationBachelor’s degree is required.Physical requirements/Work EnvironmentThis position primarily works in an office environment. It requires frequent sitting, standing and walking. Daily use of a computer and other computing and digital devices is required. May stand for extended periods when facilitating meetings or walking in the facilities. Some travel may be necessary.The physical demands of the position described herein are essential functions of the job and employees must be able to successfully perform these tasks for extended periods. Reasonable accommodation may be made for those individuals with real or perceived disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job described.