Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence Engineer
About Analog Devices
Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.
The Staff Operational Excellence Engineer leads fab-wide improvement initiatives to strengthen flow, OEE, cost, and overall manufacturing performance. This role works across operations, process engineering, equipment, maintenance, and quality to remove constraints, solve recurring issues, and implement sustainable improvements. The position combines data-driven analysis with strong cross-functional leadership to improve operational stability, capacity, and execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead improvement initiatives to improve flow, cycle time, OEE, yield, and cost performance
- Identify operational losses and constraints through data analysis and root-cause problem solving
- Partner cross-functionally to implement and sustain improvement actions
- Apply Lean and Six Sigma methods to strengthen execution discipline and standardize best practices
- Support fab readiness, capacity improvement, and long-term operational performance
Must Have Skills
- Strong expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem solving
- Proven ability to use manufacturing data to drive measurable improvement
- Deep understanding of semiconductor fab operations and equipment interactions
- Strong cross-functional leadership in a high-volume manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated impact improving OEE, cycle time, yield, cost, or flow
Preferred Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
- Significant experience in semiconductor or other complex high-volume manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with JMP, Minitab, SQL, or factory systems
- Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred
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