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Ganesh Dindukurthi

Queen Creek,AZ

Summary

Results-oriented Principal Films/Cleans Process Engineer with over a decade of experience in semiconductor manufacturing. A proven track record of optimizing processes, reducing costs, and improving product quality. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, implementing continuous improvement methodologies, and driving problem-solving initiatives. Certified Six Sigma Black Belt with a Lean Six Sigma Certification and a Doctorate in Education, specializing in Organizational Leadership.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Films/Cleans Process Engineer

NXP Semiconductors
01.2022 - Current
  • Coach and mentor Green Belt candidates, facilitating their development in Six Sigma methodologies
  • Organize and lead strategic problem-solving teams to drive solutions for manufacturing challenges
  • Responsible for managing process toolsets including Endura and Centura
  • Facilitate 8D problem-solving methodology for factory issues, ensuring timely resolution
  • Champion FMEA initiatives for risk mitigation in manufacturing processes
  • Led cross-functional teams as a Certified Kaizen facilitator, driving continuous improvement initiatives
  • Successfully led a team to address die pick issues, resulting in $850k savings across multiple assembly sites
  • Achieved a 5x reduction in cycle time on Endura operations through process optimization
  • Resolved RI drift issue on PECVD Centura bilayer film used for passivation.

Senior Process Support Engineer III– DDP

APPLIED MATERIALS
06.2019 - 12.2021
  • Led Working Group meetings with clients to establish functional collaboration
  • Facilitated successful startups for CVD tools in challenging environments
  • Provided support for Applied’s Producer GT CVD processes, focusing on 3DXP technology
  • Managed technology transfer projects from the Business Unit to the customer's Fab, ensuring seamless integration
  • Coordinated demonstrations for new process requirements, addressing customer needs effectively
  • Conducted DOE experiments to optimize processes, resulting in a 75% improvement in customer RI range
  • Supported defect reduction initiatives through process optimization, achieving significant yield improvements.

Team Lead – Thin Films Engineering

TRUMPF PHOTONICS, INC…
01.2018 - 05.2019
  • Led Thin Films group responsible for process development and sustaining activities in the wafer fab
  • Mentored engineers in DOE planning, defect elimination, and metrology analysis
  • Identified root causes of failures using statistical methods and recommended process improvements
  • Led cross-functional teams to improve product quality, reduce costs, and enhance cycle time
  • Implemented continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing
  • Achieved scrap reduction of $500k per month through improved adhesion processes
  • Increased yield by 20% by eliminating SiN blisters through process optimization
  • Developed new metallization schemes to improve laser output power and reliability.

Process Engineer – Thin Films Engineering

TRUMPF PHOTONICS, INC…
01.2014 - 12.2017
  • Optimized process parameters by developing prototypes and productive devices, resulting in enhanced manufacturing efficiency
  • Conducted diagnostic analysis of processing steps using analytical and metrological tools such as microscopy, profilometry, and ellipsometry devices to identify areas for improvement
  • Developed an "Out of Control Action Plan" that increased tool uptime from 70% to 95%, leading to significant productivity gains
  • Led teams utilizing PDCA, DMAIC, and 8D problem-solving methodologies to address manufacturing challenges and drive continuous improvement
  • Conducted hands-on equipment troubleshooting to sustain manufacturing operations and minimize downtime
  • Conducted Gage R&R studies on measurement tools to understand and mitigate the influence of operator and tool variability, ensuring accurate and reliable data for process optimization.

Education

Master of Engineering Degree - Microelectronics Engineering

Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, New York

Bachelor of Engineering Degree - Avionics

Vaughn College of Aeronautics & Technology
Flushing, New York

Doctoral in Education, Specialization in Organizational Leadership -

Aspen University
02.2024

Skills

  • Lean Manufacturing Processes
  • Quality Control Procedures
  • Cycle Time Optimization
  • Project Implementation
  • Project Oversight
  • Safety considerations
  • Project Team Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking

Publications

Process Optimization for Improved Adhesion of Ti/Pt/Au to SiN and GaAs – CS MANTECH 2019- International Conference on Compound Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology

Timeline

Principal Films/Cleans Process Engineer

NXP Semiconductors
01.2022 - Current

Senior Process Support Engineer III– DDP

APPLIED MATERIALS
06.2019 - 12.2021

Team Lead – Thin Films Engineering

TRUMPF PHOTONICS, INC…
01.2018 - 05.2019

Process Engineer – Thin Films Engineering

TRUMPF PHOTONICS, INC…
01.2014 - 12.2017

Master of Engineering Degree - Microelectronics Engineering

Rochester Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering Degree - Avionics

Vaughn College of Aeronautics & Technology

Doctoral in Education, Specialization in Organizational Leadership -

Aspen University

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