Process Manager – Semiconductor Manufacturing & Industrialization

Job summary

Lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to optimize semiconductor manufacturing and assembly processes. Drive product industrialization, monitor production yields, and manage capital investments to ensure operational excellence.

Job details

ENABLE your future through light. Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical, detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security, defense and aerospace sectors. ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future! Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies #youarehowweEXCEL. Your Role & Impact As a Process Manager, you will: Lead a team of scientists, engineers, and specialized technicians to ensure high performance and collaboration Support and optimize manufacturing and assembly processes Drive product industrialization and continuous improvement initiatives Monitor production yields and implement improvement projects Define and track KPIs, ensuring operational excellence Ensure compliance with quality systems and promote Six Sigma methodologies Balance project execution with daily operational priorities Key Responsibilities Enforce occupational health and safety standards Plan and allocate resources efficiently Foster cross-functional collaboration and a positive, results-oriented work culture Evaluate and justify capital investments (CAPEX) to support growth Manage budgets and drive cost optimization Qualifications Master’s degree in electrical, Mechanical, or Physical Engineering (Bachelor’s degree + extensive experience considered) 10+ years of semiconductor manufacturing experience (Silicon or III-V devices) 5+ years of supervisory experience Strong knowledge of semiconductor physics (sensors, emitters, silicon/III-V materials) Six Sigma certification (Green Belt required, Black Belt preferred) Project management and process improvement experience Fluent in French and English (written and spoken) Why Join Excelitas? Lead impactful initiatives in a high-tech semiconductor environment Collaborate with talented multidisciplinary teams Drive operational excellence and innovation in cutting-edge photonic solutions Be part of a company making a global impact across multiple industries Apply today or message us directly to learn more about this exciting opportunity in Montreal! Why This Role Matters You will directly influence product scalability, manufacturing efficiency, and long-term technological competitiveness. This is an opportunity to lead innovation while strengthening operational foundations in a complex semiconductor environment. If you are a collaborative leader who combines technical depth with business acumen and a passion for continuous improvement, we’d love to connect. Our hiring criteria meets the requirements of the OLF. All applicants must comply with the CGP (Controlled Goods Program). Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Females/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation Excelitas is seeking leaders and innovators to join our global team! Visit: https://jobs.excelitas.com/

What you’ll do

Lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to optimize semiconductor manufacturing and assembly processes. Drive product industrialization, monitor production yields, and manage capital investments to ensure operational excellence.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in Engineering and over 10 years of semiconductor manufacturing experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory role. Must hold a Six Sigma Green Belt and be fluent in both French and English.

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Industrialization
• Six Sigma
• Project Management
• Process Optimization
• CAPEX Management
• KPI Tracking
• Team Leadership
• Semiconductor Physics
• Quality Systems
• Budget Management
• Cross-functional Collaboration

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Science & Research
• Technology