Maintenance Section Manager

We’re hiring a Maintenance Section Manager to lead the Implant/Metal maintenance area within IC Front-End Operations. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on ensuring stable, predictable, and continuously improving equipment performance across safety, quality, cost, and delivery - while managing a team of technicians and key maintenance processes. Responsibilities Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to improve Safety, PM compliance, First Time Right, MTBF/MTTR, cost and efficiency Run equipment performance analysis using PDCA , partnering closely with the Process team Drive structured problem-solving through 8D and task forces with all key stakeholders Manage and develop the technicians team (safety, organization, shift staffing, behavior, team culture) Upskill team capabilities and build sustainable know-how across the maintenance organization Maintain and improve maintenance documentation (procedures, checklists, standards, supplier documentation) Ensure clear, structured communication across the maintenance group and IC Front-End organization Collaborate with suppliers: track actions, follow up regularly, and improve intervention efficiency Track and plan spare parts management and service contract costs Support new equipment acquisition, start-up, and integration into operations Maintain a technology watch to continuously improve maintenance and manufacturing performance Requirements Engineering degree (HES or equivalent) 7+ years of maintenance experience in Microelectronics, ideally with a strong focus on Implant / Metal 4+ years in a management/leadership role Strong knowledge of continuous improvement methods and tools: 5S, 8D, Equipment FMEA, FDC (Maestria) Proven ability to lead teams and drive long-term performance improvements Strong analytical mindset and proactive problem-solving approach Structured, methodical, able to manage multiple priorities and projects Comfortable collaborating with external suppliers and internal stakeholders Solid project management experience and ownership mindset Fluent French + Fluent English (daily use required) Benefits Key leadership role in a high-tech, industrial environment with strong operational impact Long-term stability with a permanent contract Clear ownership over performance, team development, and continuous improvement initiatives On-site role with direct access to equipment, teams, and stakeholdersz stakeholders