Manufacturing Operations Engineer (2026 New College Graduate)
Global Foundries

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world's most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

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Summary of Role:

Fab 8 is seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to support day-to-day operations in its advanced, highly automated 300mm wafer fabrication facility in Malta, New York. This role operates on a compressed 12-hour shift schedule (3-4 days on/off), and candidates must be willing to work any shift in our 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Essential Responsibilities Include:

• Operations & Cycle Time: Manage daily manufacturing operations, factory capacity, cycle time, and output goals through effective lot release, run planning, and bottleneck management.
  
• Tool & Flow Optimization: Maximize tool utilization and production flow through dispatch troubleshooting, WIP analysis, preventive maintenance coordination, and automation systems.
  
• Cross-Functional Execution: Collaborate with equipment and process engineering on priorities, qualifications, and timelines while tracking critical lots and driving continuous improvement.
  
• Leadership & Safety: Lead teams through clear communication and delegation, serve as point of contact during coverage gaps or crises, and ensure compliance with safety, training, and performance standards.
  

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field from an accredited degree program.
  
• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.
  
• Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior related internship or co-op experience.
  
• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
  
• Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  
• Strong planning & organizational skills
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and able to react to shifting priorities to meet business needs.
  
• Individual must be well versed in all Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
  

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Expected Salary Range
$58,400.00 - $110,300.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

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