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Eric Zhou

@ericzhou

Senior manufacturing and NPI leader driving operational excellence in semiconductor and medical devices.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a senior NPI or manufacturing leadership role where I can drive end-to-end commercialization, lead cross-functional teams, implement continuous improvement and automation, and deliver measurable quality and cost improvements.

I am a data-driven, results-oriented manufacturing and NPI leader with deep experience in semiconductor, medical device, and data storage industries. I have led global cross-functional teams through technology transfers, new product introductions, and high-volume commercialization while ensuring regulatory compliance and strong supplier partnerships.

I specialize in process optimization, continuous improvement, and automation, with measurable impacts including a 90% reduction in non-conformance, 17% CapEx cost savings, and a 50% productivity improvement. I mentor teams, lead failure analysis and CAPA activities, and deliver metrics-driven solutions that improve yield, reduce costs, and accelerate time-to-market.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Sr. Manager, NPI & Production

AbbVie

Feb 2022 - Present (3 years 8 months)

Led cross-functional teams to launch IVD medical devices, implemented process validation and supplier improvements, reducing non-conformance by 90% in six months and cutting line costs 17% through CapEx and continuous improvement initiatives.

RS

Principal Product Engineer

Roche Diagnostics Solutions

Jul 2017 - Jan 2022 (4 years 6 months)

Led global technology transfers for semiconductor-based diagnostic platforms to high-volume production, negotiated supplier contracts, and established manufacturing and QC process maps that improved production readiness and reduced risks.

QU

Lead Process Engineer

Qualcomm

Mar 2014 - Oct 2015 (1 year 7 months)

Served as technical lead for MEMS display process development and high-volume transfer, implemented a SF6 passivation process saving $6M and led cross-module resolution of gate leakage issues to improve device reliability.

WC

Sr. Principal Engineer

Western Digital Corporation

Jan 2008 - Mar 2014 (6 years 2 months)

Led feasibility and process improvement projects for scale-up and commercial manufacturing, implementing chemical-saving and equipment retrofits that reduced cycle time 46% on key tools and cut wet-etch chemical use by up to 45%.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Florida Atlantic University logoFU

Florida Atlantic University

Master of Science, Operations Engineering / Materials & Corrosion

Completed a Master of Science focusing on operations engineering, materials, and corrosion to support manufacturing and reliability efforts.

Nankai University logoNU

Nankai University

Master of Science, Physical Chemistry

Completed a Master of Science in Physical Chemistry with emphasis on materials and chemical processes.

Nankai University logoNU

Nankai University

Bachelor of Science, Physical Chemistry

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Chemistry, providing foundational knowledge in chemistry and materials science.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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