Sputter Engineer (Target Management)
Core
Manage sputter target inventory, ensure quality standards, and optimize material specifications to support semiconductor and advanced materials manufacturing operations.
Role type
Quality Engineer (Sputter Target Management)
Builds
High-quality sputter targets for semiconductor and advanced materials manufacturing
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Advanced materials
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Materials Science background, inventory management, vendor management, root cause analysis, statistical analysis, ISO compliance knowledge, ERP system familiarity
Preferred skills
Quality assurance experience, sputter target material expertise, Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, supply chain coordination
Technologies
ERP systems, laboratory testing equipment, quality control instruments
Responsibilities
Collaborate with vendors to resolve quality concerns and negotiate specifications; Manage sputter target inventory including procurement planning and stock optimization; Develop and maintain quality control procedures and testing protocols; Conduct quality inspections and analysis of incoming materials; Perform root cause analysis on quality issues and implement corrective actions; Analyze quality data trends to identify process optimization opportunities; Provide technical guidance on material handling and storage best practices
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC