About the role#
We are looking for an Operations Specialist Intern to support Operations & Maintenance (O&M) activities within a semiconductor manufacturing facility. This role provides hands-on experience in facility operations, maintenance planning, performance reporting, and operational coordination. You will work alongside the Regional O&M Manager, Site Managers, engineers, and technicians to track priorities and analyze performance data.
What you'll do#
- Support the Regional O&M Manager with day-to-day O&M coordination.
- Track regional priorities, deliverables, and operational commitments.
- Collect and consolidate site-level performance data, including PM compliance, equipment availability, and maintenance backlogs.
- Assist with developing and maintaining Power BI dashboards, Excel trackers, and operational scorecards.
- Review Maximo/CMMS data for accuracy, including asset hierarchy and maintenance history.
- Help manage regional schedules for major maintenance, shutdowns, and operational milestones.
- Analyze data to identify recurring failures, inefficiencies, or opportunities for cost savings.
- Support the development and revision of SOPs, MOPs, EOPs, and job plans.
- Participate in site walks, operational reviews, and maintenance planning meetings.
What you'll need#
- A minimum of 1 year of experience supporting facilities or project coordination on construction projects.
- A strong interest in semiconductor manufacturing, facilities operations, maintenance, or mission-critical environments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work with cross-functional teams.
- Experience with Maximo is strongly preferred.
- A High School Diploma is required.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Project Management or Engineering is advantageous, though equivalent field experience may be considered.
Location & details#
- Location: Chandler, Arizona, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About LotusWorks
LotusWorks provides technical and engineering services to manufacturers in the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, medical device, and datacenter sectors. Founded in 1989, the company maintains operations across North America and EMEA. It employs over 600 people to manage facility commissioning and maintenance projects. The firm is headquartered in Sligo and operates from 24 locations globally.
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