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Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Spare Parts Sourcing & Procurement
- Identify, source, and procure critical and non-critical spare parts for front-end semiconductor equipment (e.g., etch, deposition, lithography, CMP).
- Develop and maintain an approved supplier list for equipment parts and consumables.
- Collaborate with equipment engineering, maintenance, and procurement teams to forecast demand and optimize inventory.
• Supplier Evaluation & Qualification
- Lead technical and commercial evaluations of spare parts suppliers, including OEMs and third-party vendors.
- Conduct supplier audits and risk assessments in coordination with Quality and Procurement teams.
- Support cost reduction initiatives through alternative part qualification and localization strategies.
• Technical Analysis & Lifecycle Management
- Perform technical reviews and reverse engineering (if required) of spare parts to determine form-fit-function equivalency.
- Manage the lifecycle of parts, including obsolescence planning, phase-in/phase-out, and refurbishment programs.
- Maintain documentation such as BOMs, drawings, specifications, and usage history.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Fab operations, Maintenance, Equipment Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to align on equipment performance needs and part specifications.
- Support new tool installations and fab ramp-up activities by securing timely availability of critical spares.
• Cost, Quality & Delivery (CQD) Management
- Monitor spare part performance using KPIs such as MTBF, failure rate, lead time, and total cost of ownership.
- Resolve part quality or fit issues, engaging suppliers for corrective actions or design changes.