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Senior Production Control Engineer - Semiconductor

Job description

Role Overview

This role owns factory WIP flow and real-time dispatch operations, ensuring smooth production across all process modules.
You will lead RTD rule optimization, Command Center operations, and cycle time improvement initiatives, working closely with Operations, Process, Equipment, and IT teams to maximize fab efficiency and responsiveness.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and optimize WIP movement across all process modules, ensuring line balance, FIFO compliance, and bottleneck mitigation

  • Analyze cycle time, hold lots, and line utilization; drive corrective actions to improve overall factory flow

  • Lead the setup, configuration, and continuous optimization of the Real-Time Dispatch (RTD) system, including dispatch rules and MES integration

  • Design and operate Command Center dashboards covering WIP status, tool availability, OEE, cycle time, and alarms

  • Coordinate real-time monitoring, issue escalation, and recovery actions during production or facility upsets

  • Drive cycle time reduction and line balancing projects; document SOPs and support training for engineers and operators

  • Collaborate closely with Operations, Process, Equipment, and IT teams to ensure seamless system and production integration

Ideal Requirements

  • Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Automation, or a related discipline

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Wafer fab, OSAT, or advanced packaging manufacturing environments

  • Strong hands-on experience with RTD systems, dispatch rule design, and MES integration

  • Proven exposure to factory flow control, WIP management, and Command Center or real-time monitoring operations

  • Solid data analysis capability using tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, or Python

  • Strong analytical mindset, problem-solving skills, and cross-functional communication ability

Nice-to-Have Experience

  • Background in bumping, WLP, FOWLP, or front-end wafer fabrication

  • Exposure to Lean, TOC, or factory flow optimization methodologies

  • Understanding of equipment qualification, tool state control, and WIP status logic

  • Previous experience in fab automation, production control, or MES / RTD integration roles

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please forward a copy of your full CV to melissa.lin@ambition.com.sg

Data provided is for recruitment purposes only. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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