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This role is responsible for day-to-day production performance across multiple shifts and manufacturing lines, while driving operational excellence, capacity, and workforce strategies that keep the site competitive in a fast-moving semiconductor market.\nThe Senior Manufacturing Manager is a critical link between the shop floor and site leadership, translating corporate operational goals into executable floor-level plans and escalating systemic issues that need cross-functional or leadership attention.\nKey Responsibilities\nOwn end-to-end manufacturing performance for assigned production lines, including output, yield, cycle time, cost per unit, and on-time delivery targets.\nLead a multi-shift team of production supervisors, engineers, and technicians (typically 500+ headcount), building bench strength and succession depth. \nDrive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) methodologies to reduce cost, scrap, and downtime. \nPartner with Process Engineering, Quality, and Equipment Engineering to resolve yield excursions and equipment-related bottlenecks. \nManage capacity planning and production scheduling in coordination with Supply Chain and Planning teams to meet customer demand commitments. \nChampion EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) compliance and drive a zero-incident safety culture on the floor.\nOwn the manufacturing operating budget for assigned lines, including labor, materials, and overhead cost control.\nLead new product introduction (NPI) and technology transfer activities from a manufacturing readiness standpoint. \nReport site-level KPIs (yield, OEE, safety, cost, delivery) to senior leadership and drive corrective actions for gaps. \nBuild and sustain a high-performance culture through coaching, structured problem-solving (e.g., 8D, DMAIC), and employee engagement initiatives.\n Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field. Master's degree or MBA is a plus. \n10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience in a semiconductor, electronics, or precision manufacturing environment, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial capacity leading multi-shift operations. \nStrong working knowledge of semiconductor back-end processes (assembly, test, and/or wafer fab operations, depending on site scope). \nDemonstrated success driving Lean/Six Sigma initiatives with measurable cost, yield, or throughput improvements.\nExperience managing P&L or cost-center budgets for a manufacturing unit. \nSolid understanding of EHS regulatory requirements and quality systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or equivalent). \nProven people-leadership track record in hiring, developing, and retaining engineering and production talent. \nPreferred Skills:\nExperience with automotive-grade semiconductor manufacturing standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, PPAP, APQP). \nFamiliarity with MES, SAP, or other manufacturing execution/ERP systems.\nSix Sigma Black Belt or Lean certification. \nExperience leading site-level digital transformation or Industry 4.0 initiatives. \nPrior experience in a global, matrixed organization coordinating with regional or corporate stakeholders.\n Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world-leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.\nAt Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.\nWe believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.\nAre you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?\nRenesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. 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