Total 4 job vacancies by Advanced Substrate Technologies Pte. Ltd.

Company Overview

Advanced Substrate Technologies Pte. Ltd. (AST), part of the TOPPAN Group, is based in Singapore and specializes in developing and manufacturing high-density semiconductor packages for data centers and AI applications. AST aims to lead semiconductor innovation with mass production starting in 2027.

Job Summary

You will oversee warehouse and incoming logistics operations, managing inventory, MES systems, production schedules, and ensuring quality and compliance standards are met to support efficient manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations and planning to ensure timely, accurate shipment execution
• Conduct inventory and stock checks to maintain stock accuracy and integrity
• Maintain warehouse, materials, equipment, and resources to high standards of housekeeping and safety
• Monitor workflow processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement operational improvements
• Attend and support internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Generate daily operational reports and maintain essential documentation for traceability
• Ensure all purchased goods and services meet required quality standards
• Ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in warehouse and logistics activities

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Holding a Diploma or equivalent in engineering, manufacturing technology or associated fields.

• At least 5 years of warehouse experience within the manufacturing industry
• Proficiency in Netsuite, Oracle, or other ERP/MRP systems for inventory management
• Skilled in inventory management practices
• Proactive and detail-oriented with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of import/export operations to support logistics coordination
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for preparing documentation
• Basic knowledge of quality management systems such as ISO
• Proficiency in English for effective communication
• Understanding of Japanese is an advantage (Note: Japanese language skills are preferred but not essential for core duties)

Job Responsibilities

Tool Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting of equipment malfunctions and process deviations.
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance plans to minimize downtime.
• Maintain spare parts inventory, tool history, and maintenance logs.

Performance Monitoring & Optimization

• Monitor tool performance and optimize tool uptime and throughput while ensuring process stability and product quality.
• Support productivity improvement initiatives such as cycle time reduction and automation upgrades.

Cross-Functional Support

• Collaborate with process engineers, production teams, and quality engineers to resolve equipment-related yield or reliability issues.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring timely equipment readiness and process qualification.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain equipment-related documentation including manuals, procedures, maintenance checklists, and safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations, cleanroom standards, and company safety policies.
• Participate in audits and drive corrective actions for equipment-related findings.

Perform any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Manager, as required to support the team and organizational goals.

Job Requirements

Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 5–10+ years of experience as an equipment or maintenance engineer in semiconductor, substrate, or PCB manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with substrate process equipment such as coaters/developers, wet benches, plating tools, lamination presses, laser drills, or vacuum ovens.

Specialized Knowledge & Skills:

• Familiarity with substrate technologies such as SAP/Damascene, ABF-based build-up layers, or glass core substrates.
• Proficiency with troubleshooting tools (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes) and root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone).
• Experience with TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), FMEA, and reliability engineering practices.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and documentation skills.

Job Responsibilities

Leadership and Management:

• Lead and direct one of the rotating shifts, overseeing production activities and managing material logistics.

Material Ordering Management:

• Ensure proper management and ordering of materials.

Production Progress Instruction:

• Provide instructions and make adjustments based on production progress charts.

Production Status Reporting:

• Monitor and report production status to department heads and supervisors.

Handling Schedule Changes:

• Implement changes from production management and instruct your shift accordingly.

Progress Chart Management:

• Create and update production progress charts.

Quality Issue Communication:

• Receive and communicate quality issues with department heads, supervisors, and relevant departments.

Quality Issue Handling:

• Coordinate the resolution of quality issues with related departments and guide on handling product issues.

Equipment Trouble Communication:

• Report equipment troubles to LE, department heads, supervisors, and other relevant departments.

Equipment Trouble Handling:

• Manage and arrange for the handling of equipment issues, and instruct on troubleshooting methods.

Attendance Management:

• Monitor and report the attendance of subordinates, and adjust staffing within your shift.

Communication with Subordinates:

• Ensure clear and thorough communication of information to team members.

Emergency Communication:

• Follow the communication plan and contact relevant parties in case of emergencies.

Perform any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Manager, as required to support the team and organizational goals.

Job Requirements

Professional Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in a similar role within a manufacturing department is advantageous.

Specialized Knowledge & Skills:

• Proficient in using computers, including creating documents with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Competencies:

• Capable of listening to multiple individuals and providing clear instructions.
• Able to report issues and production progress effectively to supervisors.

Attributes:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for interacting with multiple departments.
• A cooperative personality is important for effective teamwork.

Others:

• Ability to work in a shift system, including day shifts, night shifts, and scheduled days off as per the work schedule.
• Capability to work in a cleanroom environment.

Job Responsibilities

Process Equipment Evaluation:

• Set up, qualify and evaluate surface finishing and plating process equipment.

Process Optimization:

• Set-up and optimize conditions for immersion tin and electroless NiPdAu processes for new product introduction and continuous improvement in mass production.

Production Conditions and Standardization:

• Develop and uphold technical standards, work standards, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and control plans.

• Manage tasks related to establishing and standardizing production conditions for FCBGA manufacturing.

Roadmap Verification and Implementation:

• Verify and implement roadmaps, including the verification of design rules and integration of new materials.

Process Change Management:

• Handle requests for process changes and manage their implementation.

Material Selection and Evaluation:

• Select and evaluate materials used in the production process.

Inspection and Measurement Equipment Evaluation:

• Establish and evaluate equipment used for inspection, measurement, and analysis in the surface treatment and plating processes.

Customer Technical Meetings:

• Manage and conduct technical meetings with customers to address and resolve technical issues and inquiries

Product Yield and Quality Stability:

• Oversee tasks aimed at improving product yield and maintaining quality stability.

Productivity Enhancement:

• Engage in activities to enhance productivity through standardization, review of work procedures, and automation of process checks.

Perform any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Manager, as required to support the team and organizational goals.

Job Requirements

Professional Qualifications:

• Degree in Chemistry or an equivalent qualification.
• Experience in substrate, PCB and semiconductor surface finishing processes, electroplating processes is preferred.

Specialized Knowledge & Skills:

• Semiconductor industry and customer knowledge.
• Preferably with PCB manufacturing process background.
• Good understanding of chemistry, electrical, and mechanical fields.
• Experience in managing quality and productivity in production environments (preferred).
• Familiarity with measurement, analysis, and reliability evaluation tools (preferred).
• Basic understanding of substrate manufacturing processes (preferred).

Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
• Excellent listening skills with the capacity to understand and address customer needs.
• Proficient in project management, with the ability to effectively plan and execute projects.

Attributes:

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for engaging, collaborating with, and influencing various stakeholders.
• A global perspective with a readiness to work with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Strong leadership and good team player.