Senior Supervisor, Maintenance Engineering
Job Overview
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Senior Facilities Supervisor to support our semiconductor manufacturing operations by ensuring reliable and safe operation of all facility systems across a multi-building, campus-style environment. This role is critical in maintaining uptime for manufacturing, overseeing cleanroom-supporting utilities, and leading a team of technicians and contractors.
The ideal candidate combines strong people leadership with deep technical knowledge of complex facility systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and process support infrastructure specific to semiconductor environments.
Leadership & People Management
- Lead a team of 12-15 facilities technicians and specialists, including hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management.
- Ensure the team is trained and aligned with the operational requirements of a 24/7 semiconductor manufacturing environment.
- Manage staffing schedules and priorities to maintain uninterrupted facility and process utility support.
- Drive a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Facilities Operations & Technical Oversight
- Supervise daily operations and preventive maintenance for all site utilities supporting cleanroom manufacturing.
- Ensure uptime and compliance of critical building systems including:
- HVAC systems supporting cleanroom pressurization and temperature/humidity control
- Chillers, Boilers, Pumps, and Cooling Towers
- Air Compressors and Vacuum Systems
- DI/RO Water and Process Water Cooling Systems
- Chemical Treatment and Wastewater Neutralization Systems
- Electrical Distribution including backup generators and UPS systems
- Steam Systems, Plumbing, and Roof Maintenance
- Monitor system performance and manage troubleshooting efforts for rapid resolution of issues that may impact manufacturing.
- Building Management Systems (BMS) & Automation
Operate and manage enterprise-level Building Automation Systems (BAS), such as:
- Automated Logic Controls (ALC)
- Cimplicity Or equivalent large-scale platforms
- Use BAS tools to trend data, optimize system efficiency, and detect faults proactively.
- Coordinate with engineering and manufacturing teams to support facility-related project needs and process improvements.
Communication, Reporting, & Compliance
- Communicate effectively across departments, from technicians to executive leadership, to ensure alignment and transparency.
- Generate and present facility status reports, trend analysis, and operational updates using:
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
- Track work orders, PM schedules, and corrective actions using CMMS or similar platforms.
- Ensure all activities comply with environmental regulations, EHS standards, and industry codes (NFPA, NEC, etc.).