Thin Film Production Supervisor

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Keysight's Thin Film department manufactures passive thin film devices that differentiate our industry-leading RF, microwave, and high bit rate instruments. The thin film devices are built in a high-mix microfabrication environment using processes such as deposition, lithography, electroplating, dry/wet etch, electrical test, laser ablation, and dicing.

We are seeking a Swing Shift Supervisor to lead ~20 operators to manufacture thin film devices with safety, efficiency, and quality. The ideal candidate combines effective people leadership with technical depth, driving operational excellence through clear communication, accountability, and continuous improvement. The position is on-site during swing shift hours (M-F, start time between 12:00PM-2:00PM), with additional oversight of limited mid-shift work centers.

Responsibilities:

• Lead safe, efficient manufacturing performance across swing shift and supported mid shift areas
• Partner closely with day shift supervisor to ensure seamless shift handoffs, staffing alignment, and consistent lot prioritization
• Maintain proactive floor presence to identify issues, remove barriers, and drive continuous improvement
• Promote culture of safety through hazard identification and proactive risk reduction initiatives
• Coordinate compliance with Quality Management System and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) regulations
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, maintenance, planning, and procurement teams
• Own work instructions and training records to drive standardized work
• Coach, develop, and engage a team of ~20 operators through regular feedback and performance management

Required:

• 2+ years of experience as a supervisor or lead technician with emphasis on coordinating the work of others
• Working knowledge of manufacturing execution systems (MES) and lot tracking methodologies
• Practical experience identifying and implementing continuous improvement ideas
• Proven leadership in a high-mix production environment

Desired:

• Associates degree or higher in a technical field
• 3+ years of cleanroom manufacturing experience in microfabrication, semiconductor, MEMS or similar environment
• Hands-on experience across several microfabrication processes (e.g. lithography, sputter deposition, dry/wet etch, electroplating, electrical test, laser, diving, visual inspection)
• Intermediate proficiency with Excel or similar tools for data analysis and decision making

Candidates must be local or willing to relocate to Santa Rosa, CA

This position requires access to certain goods, software, technology, or technical data subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these laws and regulations, U.S. persons (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) working for Keysight can access export-controlled items without authorization from the U.S. government. For any individual who is not a U.S. person, Keysight may need authorization from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Commerce, or other appropriate federal agency before the individual can access export-controlled items.Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or protected individual, having authorization from the U.S. government for export-controlled items under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

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The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

Santa Rosa, CA Pay Range: MIN $76,870.00 MID 102,490.00 MAX $128,120.00

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.

This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program and US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Accident, Disability insurance
• Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Discounts, Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Restricted Stock Units

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Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***