Director, Inspection Product Quality

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

This position requires hands-on engagement in all aspects of product quality, manufacturing quality, and customer support. This leader is expected to drive effective problem-solving, continuous improvement strategies and proactive solutions to ensure best-in-class quality performance.

• Lead Quality readiness (QRR) as part of product Lifecycle Management (PLC) for Onto Inspection Products. Ensure risk mitigation and continual improvement by leading FMEA (Failure Mode Effects Analysis) and lessons-learned efforts.

• Ensure products manufactured by extended factories (Contract manufacturers) meet Onto Innovation’s product quality standards, collaborating with Supplier Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and manufacturing.

• Drive resolution and corrective actions for manufacturing nonconformances.

• Lead cross-functional teams for effective problem solving (8D) for Out of Box Quality and other field failures. Ensure timely response to customer Failure Analysis (FA) requests.

• Review deviations and product changes to ensure they meet Onto’s quality standards.

• Continually review manufacturing processes both internally and at extended factories (contract manufacturers), including final assembly and test, to ensure outgoing products meet requirements.

• Lead Incoming Quality Control (IQC) and Outgoing Quality Assurance (OQA) for inspection of incoming parts and outgoing systems to meet quality requirements and specifications.

• Support the Materials Review Board (MRB) process with timely dispositioning.

• Collaborate cross-functionally across Development, Operations, and Service in order to develop and drive continuous quality improvement plans consistent with the quality strategy.

• Ensure all quality initiatives are conducted in line with business requirements.

• For all quality processes, collect data and monitor metrics to drive continual improvement. Maintain internal process metrics.  Track and communicate quality metrics to executive management.

• Manage the internal audit program, lead internal audits to assure compliance with the Onto Quality Management System.

• Develop, maintain, and continually improve local procedures consistent with corporate processes and with ISO 9001:2015 requirements.

• Coordinate and support 3rd party ISO certification/surveillance audits and customer audits, driving resolution of findings.

• Demonstrate expertise, train staff and advise real-time in problem-solving and root cause/corrective action processes.

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Bloomington, MN.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline.

• Master’s degree is preferred.

• 12 years of experience in the semiconductor equipment industry.

• 7 years of experience in a quality role, and 5 years in a management role.

• Proven leadership skills and ability to influence individuals at all levels.

• Demonstrated technical and analytical skills.

Why Join Onto Innovation?

At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. That’s why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Compensation & Growth

• Base Salary Range:

$128,000.00 - $192,000.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.

• Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.

Empowering Every Voice to Shape the Future:

Onto Innovation is committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential - without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team.

Important Note on Export Compliance

For certain positions requiring access to technical data, U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).