JEFFREY BOWMAN
Sandy,UT
Summary
Proven leader in semiconductor manufacturing, notably with IM Flash Technologies, where I spearheaded cross-functional teams to achieve millions in cost savings. Expert in vendor management and project management, I excel in driving standards compliance and fostering employee development. My strategic approach has consistently enhanced operational efficiency and team performance. Collaborative leader partners with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Execution Manager
Texas Instruments
10.2021 - Current
- Managed engineers and technicians for Fab Support, Bench, machine shop, and contamination control.
- Manage day to day activities with vendors as well as continuous improvement roadmaps.
- Work with other sites in the network to develop a Fab Support and Bench group for future sites as well as existing Fabs in Texas.
- Work with Manufacturing process areas to identify Abatement units for applicable process tools for proper GHG abatement.
- Purchased first in Network PCB board repair system to reduce cost of spares for the network.
- Expanded Machine shop capacity to support network on numerous cost savings opportunities.
Execution Manager
IM Flash Technologies
03.2017 - 10.2021
- Managed Engineers and Technicians in the Fab Support, Bench, Machine shop, and Contamination control.
- Led a cross site team in identifying CCRR (cost reduction) projects resulting in millions in savings for the site.
- Expanded the Machine shop to increase manufacturing ability to support new opportunities for cost savings, including 3D printing, CNC Routers, and mini lathe equipment.
- Worked with the Bench group to improve quality of rebuilds and Failure analysis procedures to identify and eliminate quality issues.
Equipment Manager - Dry Etch
IM Flash Technologies
06.2010 - 04.2017
- Managed the Equipment engineers for Dry Etch.
- Manged equipment vendors on day to day activities as well as continuous improvement projects for AMAT, TEL, and LAM equipment.
- Lead the cost reduction activities for the area including second sourcing, pricing negotiations, maintenance optimization.
- Worked with technician team to set up the first PM team for Dry Etch.
AMAT Equipment Tool Owner
IM Flash Technologies
03.2006 - 03.2010
- Installed all new AMAT Etch tools for the start-up of IM Flash Technologies in Lehi Utah as well as MTV in Virginia.
- Set up spares stocking for Etch equipment to support the Fab Ramp.
- Attended design meetings for all Etch equipment to ensure proper facilitation and layout optimization.
- Developed Training and procedure creation for maintenance of the AMAT toolset.
- Set up initial 6S teams for the area.
- Managed the AMAT vendors on installs as well as continuous Improvement for the workstation
Equipment Technician - Dry Etch
Micron Technology, Inc.
09.1993 - 03.2006
- Performed preventative/corrective maintenance on Etch tools .
- Troubleshot equipment failures and remedied problems to restore functionality.
- Assisted Equipment Engineers on Installation and re-builds of tools.
- Created and optimized procedures for all toolsets for Etch.
- Trained new technicians.
- shift lead designate for my shift.
- Performed tests and evaluations for equipment engineers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Boise Idaho06.1989
Skills
- Standards Compliance to meet ISO as well as IATF certifications
- Project Management
- Expense Tracking
- Employee Development
- Performance Evaluations
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Vendor Management
Timeline
Execution Manager
Texas Instruments
10.2021 - Current
Execution Manager
IM Flash Technologies
03.2017 - 10.2021
Equipment Manager - Dry Etch
IM Flash Technologies
06.2010 - 04.2017
AMAT Equipment Tool Owner
IM Flash Technologies
03.2006 - 03.2010
Equipment Technician - Dry Etch
Micron Technology, Inc.
09.1993 - 03.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Technology
ITT Technical Institute