Vice President, IT

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.

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

Reporting to the CFO, this role is responsible for management of all aspects of information technology at Onto Innovation to include setting the vision and direction enabling the Company to achieve strategic technology and business objectives.

The VP of IT will provide leadership for the people and systems that support business processes, along with communication and networking tools.

This leader will also ensure the proper evaluation, development, implementation, operation, and monitoring of company and corporate technology and information systems globally.

This will include but is not limited to : hardware and software selection and purchases, project management of system implementations, and overseeing the general operations and cyber security.

This position will work closely with and interface with members of Onto management team to provide business justifications and drive system implementations.

They will manage, direct, and implement the IT strategic plan and objectives needed to support the various business activities at Onto Innovation.

Responsibilities / Job Summary

• Oversee team of experienced internal IT professionals along with external consultants.
• Oversee support of primary business systems and functional applications to include ensuring effective application, network, and equipment helpdesk support.
• Translate long-range strategic objectives and roadmap into executable near-term actions as they pertain to establishing project budgets, resource plans, milestones, tracking metrics, and success measures.
• Demonstrated experience working with business leaders and functional resources to understand the needs of the business and deliver technology solutions that meet those needs.
• Manage company’s IT capital investment requirements as part of broader goal to enhance standards, policies and practices related to the development and purchase of equipment, software, and related media.
• Negotiate, evaluate, and manage IT-related consulting and software maintenance agreements.
• Responsible for oversight and compliance for the Onto Innovation IT cyber security program.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies to evaluate new solutions and assess their relevance or potential value to the organization.
• Own IT disaster recovery plan in conjunction with the business continuity plan.
• Provide the management team with business justifications associated with strategic projects and programs which will drive efficiency by integrating technology as part of an overall continuous improvement program.
• Hire, coach, mentor, and develop talent within Onto Innovation in accordance with current department requirements and anticipated future needs.

This includes being well-versed in industry standards in technology integration, computer skills curriculum, and understanding business issues and opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT leadership experience at the mid to upper management level. Prior experience managing budgets and developing operational and strategic plans to include fostering innovation, planning projects, and organizing and negotiating the allocation of resources.
• Undergraduate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field of study from an accredited college is required.

Advanced degree in business or an IT related program is preferred.

Proven experience building and developing high performing teams. Proficiency leading and motivating teams to achieve stated objectives.

Significant cross-functional, project or technical leadership experience with demonstrated results is strongly desired.

A recognized expert in IT systems and practices with a comprehensive understanding of technology, business application, and architecture for manufacturing and business support systems.

This should include 5+ years' experience with multiple ERP platforms including implementation and production support.

• Strong background in system development and implementation lifecycles. Proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional projects to include global ERP introductions.
• Demonstrated experience working in an IT leadership capacity supporting the needs of internal and external customers in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and in writing, required. This should include demonstrated proficiency with facilitation and team leadership.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• In addition to education and leadership experience, there should be excellent practical knowledge with the latest technology systems, tools, and trends.

Onto Innovation Inc. offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including health / dental / vision / life / disability, PTO, 401K plan with employer match, and an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) along with health & wellness initiatives.

We provide a collaborative working environment along with resources, and state-of-the-art tools & equipment to promote success;

and a welcoming, inclusive corporate culture where individuals are recognized for their contributions.

Onto Innovation Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Onto Innovation Inc., Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.

S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and / or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.

As such, applicants for this position except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.

S.C. 1324b(a)(3) may have to go through an export licensing review process.

About Us

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 help 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.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts, Onto Innovation supports customers with a worldwide sales and service organization.

Additional information can be found at http : / / www.ontoinnovation.com.

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