Manufacturing Supervisor
Samsung Austin Semiconductor · Taylor, TX
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $85k–$135k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 18 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor manufacturing role at Samsung Austin Semiconductor (industrial) in Taylor, TX. You will lead a team of 10–15 specialists and technicians in a high-volume fab environment to ensure operational excellence in safety, quality, and output.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, CAPA, Automation, Capacity planning
- Base pay
- $85k–$135k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Texas: typical posted base $85k–$118k. This one lists $85k–$135k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 61 production supervisor openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Texas plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 72 other live manufacturing postings in Texas.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 49%
- Tooling 40%
- Machining 37%
- CNC 33%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Six Sigma, CAPA, Automation, Capacity planning, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Samsung Austin Semiconductor in Taylor
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Full description from Samsung Austin SemiconductorAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Position Summary
As a hands-on Manufacturing Operations Supervisor, you will lead a team of 10–15 specialists and technicians in a high-volume fab environment to ensure operational excellence in safety, quality, and output. You will be responsible for executing production strategies and collaborating across all organizational levels, from the shop floor to senior leadership, to drive success. A strong focus on leadership and accountability is essential to build high-performing teams and foster continuous improvement. This is a full-time role following a Compressed Work Week (CWW) schedule, consisting of alternating 3- and 4-day shifts (12 hours per day, Sunday–Tuesday and every other Wednesday), with occasional off-shift support as required.
Role and
Required
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field is required.
- ✓2-year minimum experience with demonstrated success in inventory analysis, production control, capacity planning, lean manufacturing, six sigma, or project management.
What You Will Need
- ✓Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
- ✓Semiconductor manufacturing experience preferred.
- ✓3-5 years prior management/supervisory experience preferred.
- ✓1-year minimum experience with demonstrated success in inventory analysis, production control, capacity planning, lean manufacturing, six sigma, or project management.
qualifications
This position may include access to controlled information or technology under U.S. export control laws. Employment may be contingent on either the applicant verifying that the applicant falls under the “U.S. Person” definition (including U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or the employer timely obtaining any necessary export license under federal law. The employer evaluates export licensing on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion, as export license applications can take many weeks to process .
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About Samsung Austin Semiconductor
Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.
Come innovate with us!
Strategic
- •Perform strategic inventory analysis and execute targeted line management initiatives that optimize WIP flow, mitigate bottlenecks, and support on-time output and revenue fulfillment.
- •Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing line efficiency and reducing cycle time (DPML), contributing to key operational KPIs at the shift and area level.
- •Develop and deliver clear technical communications — including on shift escalations and shift issue summaries— that translate floor-level insights into actionable visibility for leadership and drive informed decision-making.
Tactical
- •Monitor and respond to high-priority production issues — including NPI delays, lookahead issues, DPML concerns, and output risks — taking swift corrective action and escalating to management with the appropriate urgency to ensure timely resolution.
- •Partner daily with cross-functional teams — including Product Operations, CAPA, and Fab Engineering & Support teams.— to resolve WIP flow issues, support capacity planning discussions, and align on tool PM/BM strategies.
- •Leverage manufacturing automation systems and digital tools to monitor WIP flow, identify line issues in real time and drive data-informed decision making to maintain shift performance and operational efficiency.
Administrative
- •Lead and develop a team of 10–15 manufacturing personnel, including performance evaluations, coaching, and development planning aligned with Fab goals and operational excellence standards.
- •Actively foster an inclusive, accountable team environment by identifying development opportunities, recognizing performance, and empowering personnel to grow within their roles and advance within the organization.
- •Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization — from front-line manufacturing personnel to senior leadership — ensuring alignment and timely information flow across shifts.
- •Work hours: A Shift – Sunday through Tuesday (6:45am – 7:15pm) with alternating Wednesdays.
Skills and
Preferred
- +Semiconductor manufacturing experience preferred.
- +5 years prior management/supervisory experience preferred.
- +Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers as well as during upper management presentations.
Here's
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including
- •Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- •Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
- •Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
- •Paid maternity and paternity leave
- •Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
- •Wellness incentives and MORE
Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.
All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.
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