Operational Excellence Lead / Staff Engineer

OUR STORY At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today. When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 115 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 50,000 diverse and dedicated creators and makers of technology around the world. Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo, drive innovation, and unlock their own potential. Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you. YOUR ROLE The Operational Excellence Lead is responsible for driving Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, productivity enhancement, cost reduction, and overall operational performance improvement within Assembly Operations. This role works closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, Planning, Maintenance, Finance, and Human Resources to improve manufacturing performance, eliminate waste, and establish sustainable operating systems that support long-term operational excellence. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES * Monitor and analyze manufacturing performance indicators, including output, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Units Per Hour (UPH), yield, downtime, work in progress (WIP), cycle time, personnel efficiency, material efficiency, scrap, and cost. * Identify production bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and sources of operational losses. * Analyze performance data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement. * Develop and monitor action plans for manufacturing areas that are not meeting performance targets. * Lead Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and DMAIC improvement projects. * Conduct and facilitate Lean activities such as 5S, Gemba walks, Value Stream Mapping, line balancing, time studies, SMED, and standard work improvement. * Drive cross-functional problem-solving activities to eliminate waste, improve efficiency, and enhance operational stability. * Ensure improvement initiatives are implemented effectively and deliver measurable and sustainable results. * Facilitate daily, weekly, and monthly performance review meetings. * Coordinate improvement activities with Production, Process, Equipment, Quality, Planning, and other support departments. * Communicate operational issues, risks, priorities, and improvement progress clearly to employees and management. * Support alignment across functions to ensure timely execution of corrective and preventive actions. * Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. * Summarize operational performance, improvement status, and key issues for management review. * Provide clear and accurate reporting to support decision-making and operational control. * Support customer, corporate, and certification audits. * Prepare audit documentation, operational data, training records, and improvement evidence. * Present operational performance and continuous improvement activities during customer audits and official visits. * Coordinate the closure and verification of audit findings and corrective actions. * Prepare, review, and improve manufacturing work instructions to ensure accuracy and operational relevance. * Work with Engineering, Quality, and Document Control to ensure work instructions are updated and controlled properly. * Coordinate employee training for new or revised work instructions. * Maintain employee training records, skill matrices, and certification status. * Monitor certification expiry dates and arrange employee recertification as required. * Conduct Lean, 5S, problem-solving, and operational excellence training to strengthen team capability. * Work with Finance to validate productivity improvements and cost-saving initiatives. * Support the measurement and confirmation of business impact from improvement projects. * Ensure completed improvements are sustained, standardized, and embedded into daily operations. * Support manufacturing digitalization initiatives, automation opportunities, and performance dashboard development. * Contribute to the implementation of tools and systems that improve visibility, efficiency, and decision-making. YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCES * PhD, Master’s, or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field. * Minimum 10 years of experience in maintenance engineering, preferably in semiconductor or electronics assembly operations. * Experience in Back-End Manufacturing is highly preferred. ### Key Performance Indicators * OEE and productivity improvement * UPH and output performance improvement * Cycle time and WIP reduction * Yield improvement and scrap reduction * Personnel and material efficiency * Validated cost savings * Lean and Kaizen project completion * Customer audit readiness and finding closure * Work instruction compliance * Employee training and certification completion ### Communication and Leadership Requirements * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to communicate effectively with operators, technicians, engineers, managers, customers, and auditors. * Strong presentation, meeting facilitation, and report-writing skills. * Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams. * Good coaching, employee training, and change management skills. * Good command of written and spoken English. * Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. ### Working Conditions * This role combines office-based analysis with regular engagement on the production floor. * Occasional support outside normal working hours may be required for critical projects, audits, or major operational escalations. ST is proud to be one of the 17 companies certified as a 2025 Global Top Employer and the first and only semiconductor company to achieve this distinction. ST was recognized in this ranking thanks to its continuous improvement approach and stands out particularly in the areas of ethics & integrity, purpose & values, organization & change, business strategy, and performance. At ST, we endeavor to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we do not tolerate discrimination. We aim to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the societies around us. We strive for equity in career development, career opportunities, and equal remuneration. We encourage candidates who may not meet every single requirement to apply, as we appreciate diverse perspectives and provide opportunities for growth and learning. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is woven into our company culture. To discover more, visit st.com/careers.