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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

An NPI (New Product Introduction) Planner bridges the gap between R&D and volume manufacturing. They coordinate material readiness, capacity planning, and build schedules to ensure engineering samples and new products transition to mass production smoothly, on time, and within budget.

A breakdown of key responsibilities spans across several core areas of supply chain and project management:

Material and Supply Chain Management

• Procurement & Kitting: Purchasing and validating the materials, piece parts, and subassemblies needed for R&D and prototype builds.
• Inventory Tracking: Managing raw materials, tracking Work in Progress (WIP), and identifying component shortages to prevent build delays.
• Vendor Coordination: Communicating timelines and delivery requirements to internal and external suppliers, and mitigating vendor constraints.

Planning and Scheduling

• Build Plans: Designing and executing build plans for engineering samples and initial production runs.
• Milestone Tracking: Maintaining project schedules and tracking milestones from the conceptual phase to volume ramp-up.
• Capacity Planning: Assessing manufacturing capacity and mapping out requirements to scale from small batches to mass production.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Bridging Teams: Acting as the central hub between R&D, operations, product engineering, and program management to resolve roadblocks.
• Stakeholder Reporting: Providing status updates to sales and management, maintaining KPI dashboards, and escalating timeline risks.

Systems and Process Optimization

• System Management: Utilizing ERP and MRP systems (like SAP or Oracle) to maintain accurate planning data, setup routings, and generate work orders.
• Continuous Improvement: Analyzing supply chain data to identify root causes of delays, recommending process improvements, and optimizing NPI workflows. `

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (BA/BS preferred)
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle), MRP modules, Excel, Teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to organize and present detailed information at both strategic and tactical levels
• Solid understanding of costing concepts, cost reduction, modeling, etc.
• Program Management: the ability to handle all of the above tasks and personnel resources.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Buyer/Planner in NPI or high‐mix, low‐volume manufacturing environments

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:

$56,000.00 - $84,000.00, 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).