Supv 1, Production

Position Summary & Key Responsibilities

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading manufacturing operations to achieve production, quality, cost, and safety objectives. This role drives operational excellence through effective people leadership, process management, continuous improvement, and KPI execution while fostering a high-performance team culture.

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve Production, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Safety goals.
• Drive productivity improvement initiatives and resolve operational issues independently.
• Manage production KPIs and ensure achievement of operational targets.
• Plan and optimize workforce allocation, attendance, and labor utilization.
• Support quality management systems, audits, and continuous process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a strong safety culture.
• Manage equipment utilization and production schedules to support operational efficiency.
• Lead 5S and workplace organization activities.
• Coach, develop, and manage team members to enhance performance and capability.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives.

Experience

• Associates or bachelor’s degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline
• Minimum +5 years of experience in Manufacturing Operations, Production Management, Production Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience leading manufacturing teams and managing shop floor operations.
• Experience managing production KPIs, workforce planning, and performance metrics.
• Demonstrated success in problem solving, process improvement, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Experience with quality systems, audits, and manufacturing compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Semiconductor, Electronics, Precision Equipment, or Advanced Manufacturing industries.
• Prior leadership experience as a Team Leader, Shift Leader, Cell Leader, or Production Supervisor.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong coaching, talent development, and performance management skills.
• Ability to analyze operational data and drive fact-based decision-making.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• English communication skills preferred.

Core Competencies

• Manufacturing Operations Leadership
• Production Planning & Execution
• KPI Management
• People Leadership & Coaching
• Continuous Improvement
• Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
• Safety & Quality Management
• Operational Excellence

Preferred qualifications

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.