Director of Manufacturing

Role Summary

Polar Semiconductor is seeking a Director of Wafer Fab Production & Manufacturing to lead daily manufacturing execution in our 200mm semiconductor fab. This role owns production performance across safety, output, cycle time, cost, and quality, and leads a multishift manufacturing organization through a period of growth and transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily fab production execution across all shifts
• Deliver wafer starts, shipments, cycle time, yield, and OTD commitments
• Drive standard work, operating cadence, and performance accountability
• Lead and develop manufacturing managers, shift managers, and supervisors
• Partner with Process Engineering, Equipment Engineering, and Planning to resolve constraints
• Drive productivity, cost, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support capacity ramp, customer audits, and compliance requirements (EHS, quality, export controls)

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
• 12+ years of semiconductor manufacturing experience
• Proven leadership of highvolume, multishift wafer fab operations
• Strong command of fab metrics (CT, OEE, yield, WIP, cost, OTD)

Preferred

• Directorlevel or senior manufacturing leadership experience
• Automotive or highreliability semiconductor background

Please note that this position may require U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency status in the future depending on federal requirements

What We Offer

Salary: The estimated base salary range for the position is $188,000-$222,000. The pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, job-related experience, skills and level of the position.

Benefits & Other Eligible Compensation: Includes health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, annual bonus, and tuition reimbursement.

Why Polar

Polar Semiconductor is the only U.S.based, pureplay power semiconductor foundry, supporting automotive, industrial, and national security markets. This role offers direct impact on fab performance, culture, and operational excellence.

Polar Semiconductor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

About Minneapolis/St. Paul Area

Our offices and manufacturing facility are located in Bloomington, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis. Living in the Minneapolis / Saint Paul area offers a strong sense of community, a vibrant arts and music scene, and abundant outdoor activities year-round. The city boasts a lower cost of living than many major metros, excellent parks and lakes, and a well-educated workforce with diverse job opportunities. Its distinct seasons bring variety, from colorful autumns to lively summers filled with festivals and waterfront activities.