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MANAGER, CMP MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING\n\nSUMMARY:\n\nUnder the direction of the Sr. Manager of CMP Manufacturing Engineering, the CMP Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the monitoring, sustaining, and supporting day-to-day CMP processes on the manufacturing line, including delivering strategies to improve process margins and optimize wafer CMP and cleaning processes; developing and implementing practices or methodologies which reduce cost and improve operational efficiency; analyzing data, creating reports, and making presentations to groups; conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective action; partnering with other engineers to develop and implement procedures for transitioning new products in the manufacturing line; and reviewing, updating, and maintaining all documentation and MPI’s. This position is located in Milpitas, California\n\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:\n\nMonitors and supports day-to-day CMP manufacturing processes, programs and activities which improve and optimize quality and performance.\nDevelops and implements practices or methodologies which lower cost, increase yield, and improve operational efficiency\nRecommends improvements to processes to improve productivity via process/tool manufacturability optimization\nEnsures process reliability and consistency by providing technical support to operators, technicians, and other engineers\nDesigns and conducts experiments to verify process efficiency and robustness; analyzes data and reports findings\nConducts root cause analysis and implements corrective action if required\nResponds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments\nUses Statistical Process Control (SPC) to analyze product quality data; develops charts or reports and presents findings before groups or teams\nCollaborates with development team regarding new CMP process integration and manufacturing process improvements\nAdheres to all safety policies and procedures as required\nPerforms other duties of a similar nature or level*\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:\n\nBachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical or Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics.\nTwo years of hands on experience working in the HDD fabrication or semiconductor industries in a manufacturing or process engineering role\nProficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:\n\nStrong knowledge and understanding of CMP principles, practices, and techniques\nKnowledge of magnetic recording head or HDD manufacturing\nKnowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations\nAble to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, consultants, employees, and management\nAble to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management\nAble to comply with all safety policies and procedures\nAble to use critical thinking to resolve issues, conduct root cause analysis, and make recommendations for process improvements\nDemonstrated analytical skills\nDemonstrated organizational and time management skills\nDemonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills\nFlexible and able to prioritize\n\nThe annual base salary for this full-time position is between $120,819.00-$177,675.00 + bonus target + benefits. Within the range the individual pay may differ depending on additional factors including job responsibilities, job related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience. The annual base pay range shown is subject to change and may be modified periodically.\n\nWORKING CONDITIONS:\n\nThe CMP Manufacturing Engineer works primarily in an office environment from Monday thru Friday. The schedule may be altered from time-to-time to meet business or operational needs; may travel from building-to-building as needed. Works in a class 100 ESD sensitive wafer manufacturing facility; wears a cleanroom (bunny) suit, including hood, gloves, safety glasses, booties, and mask. May be exposed to hazardous conditions, chemicals, fumes, and/or gases during the course of work day; may be exposed to loud noise. Stands, walks, bends, and twists. Performs various fine grasping movements; operates a computer and enters information using a keyboard, operates a telephone, and other office equipment; may occasionally be required to push, pull, or lift up to 30 pounds.\n\n*Other duties of a similar nature or level are duties that may be required, but may not be specifically listed in the job description or posting.\n\nTDK/Headway Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. Applicants requiring accommodation in order to complete the application process should contact the Headway Human Resources Department.","company":"Headway Technologies","rawCompany":"headway technologies","city":"Milpitas","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-22T11:51:17.662Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"},{"code":"11-3051.00","title":"Industrial Production Managers","slug":"industrial-production-managers"},{"code":"17-2131.00","title":"Materials Engineers","slug":"materials-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"334111","title":"Electronic Computer Manufacturing","slug":"electronic-computer-manufacturing"},{"code":"334112","title":"Computer Storage Device Manufacturing","slug":"computer-storage-device-manufacturing"},{"code":"334413","title":"Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing","slug":"semiconductor-and-related-device-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"CMP Manufacturing Engineer","description":"TITLE: CMP MANUFACTURING ENGINEER\n\nFLSA STATUS: EXEMPT\n\nREPORTS TO: SR. MANAGER, CMP MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING\n\nSUMMARY:\n\nUnder the direction of the Sr. Manager of CMP Manufacturing Engineering, the CMP Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the monitoring, sustaining, and supporting day-to-day CMP processes on the manufacturing line, including delivering strategies to improve process margins and optimize wafer CMP and cleaning processes; developing and implementing practices or methodologies which reduce cost and improve operational efficiency; analyzing data, creating reports, and making presentations to groups; conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective action; partnering with other engineers to develop and implement procedures for transitioning new products in the manufacturing line; and reviewing, updating, and maintaining all documentation and MPI’s. This position is located in Milpitas, California\n\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:\n\nMonitors and supports day-to-day CMP manufacturing processes, programs and activities which improve and optimize quality and performance.\nDevelops and implements practices or methodologies which lower cost, increase yield, and improve operational efficiency\nRecommends improvements to processes to improve productivity via process/tool manufacturability optimization\nEnsures process reliability and consistency by providing technical support to operators, technicians, and other engineers\nDesigns and conducts experiments to verify process efficiency and robustness; analyzes data and reports findings\nConducts root cause analysis and implements corrective action if required\nResponds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments\nUses Statistical Process Control (SPC) to analyze product quality data; develops charts or reports and presents findings before groups or teams\nCollaborates with development team regarding new CMP process integration and manufacturing process improvements\nAdheres to all safety policies and procedures as required\nPerforms other duties of a similar nature or level*\n\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:\n\nBachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical or Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics.\nTwo years of hands on experience working in the HDD fabrication or semiconductor industries in a manufacturing or process engineering role\nProficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:\n\nStrong knowledge and understanding of CMP principles, practices, and techniques\nKnowledge of magnetic recording head or HDD manufacturing\nKnowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations\nAble to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, consultants, employees, and management\nAble to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management\nAble to comply with all safety policies and procedures\nAble to use critical thinking to resolve issues, conduct root cause analysis, and make recommendations for process improvements\nDemonstrated analytical skills\nDemonstrated organizational and time management skills\nDemonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills\nFlexible and able to prioritize\n\nThe annual base salary for this full-time position is between $120,819.00-$177,675.00 + bonus target + benefits. Within the range the individual pay may differ depending on additional factors including job responsibilities, job related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience. The annual base pay range shown is subject to change and may be modified periodically.\n\nWORKING CONDITIONS:\n\nThe CMP Manufacturing Engineer works primarily in an office environment from Monday thru Friday. The schedule may be altered from time-to-time to meet business or operational needs; may travel from building-to-building as needed. Works in a class 100 ESD sensitive wafer manufacturing facility; wears a cleanroom (bunny) suit, including hood, gloves, safety glasses, booties, and mask. May be exposed to hazardous conditions, chemicals, fumes, and/or gases during the course of work day; may be exposed to loud noise. Stands, walks, bends, and twists. Performs various fine grasping movements; operates a computer and enters information using a keyboard, operates a telephone, and other office equipment; may occasionally be required to push, pull, or lift up to 30 pounds.\n\n*Other duties of a similar nature or level are duties that may be required, but may not be specifically listed in the job description or posting.\n\nTDK/Headway Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. 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