Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers' critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.
Job Summary & Responsibilities Job Summary & Responsibilities
In this role you will:
- Responsible for effectively initiating, planning, scheduling, forecasting, coordinating, controlling, managing, and delivering all activities for projects and related release initiatives
- Serve as the primary conduit for projects/programs, between BU and all functional organizations across the value chain
- Oversee the day-to-day progress of project(s) and related release process with regard to time, budget, scope and quality, and apply processes to report release status, key metrics and deliverables
- Collaborate with program managers, product marketing managers, as well as colleagues in engineering and design, to gather requirements and task out work
- Maintain clear systems of documentation, ensuring that all product decisions are well-documented
- Demonstrate leadership by working with representatives from Product Marketing, Engineering Operations, and Sales to prioritize and negotiate internal resource allocation to formulate a release plan. This would include:
- Coordinate with members of the product team to establish timelines for release of project(s) deliverables
- Identify the components of project(s) that will require documentation
- Communicate with Service & Technical Support prior to every release, ensure they have the resources they need to successfully support the release
- Coordinate and account for impacts (Operations, Service etc.) when making a new release
- Coordinate with Program or Marketing Manager to drive communications to the customer and internal communications highlighting impactful changes.
- Manage the project risk register and associated mitigation plan.
- Coordinate and communicate project status regularly to project teams, stakeholders across the value chain and the management team
- Continuously improve team processes and tools in the spirit of lean operations
- Team Management, holding teams accountable for their commitments, removing roadblocks to their work
- Promote empowerment of the team, mentoring team members where necessary
Qualifications - BS in Engineering required
- Strong background in hardware and software integration
- Exceptional project management skills with ability to multitask and manage multiple projects in a cross-functional environment.
- Experience with Phase Gate product deliveries
- Ability to thrive and be highly effective in a fast-paced and fluid environment
- Strong systems-level critical thinking skills
- Strong collaboration and influencing skills
- Experience with Gantt and task management tools
Why Join Onto Innovation?
At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter-and so should your well-being. That's why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we've got you covered. You'll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools-all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.
Compensation & Growth Base Salary Range:
$144,000.00 - $216,000.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.
- Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.
Empowering Every Voice to Shape the Future:
Onto Innovation is committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential - without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team.
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