Introduction to GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries (GF) is one of the world’s leading semiconductor foundries and the only one with a truly global footprint spanning three continents. We manufacture complex, feature-rich integrated circuits that enable billions of electronic devices. At GF, we make things that matter — from the solutions that enable the way we live today, to the technologies that drive what’s possible for tomorrow. Join us in changing the industry that is changing the world. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Why GF

Be a part of our global team that is at the forefront of providing cutting-edge global technology solutions. We are seeking candidates with a strong passion for new technologies and advanced manufacturing, as we continue our Industry 4.0 Digitalization journey using technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, robotics, big data analytics and more.

Your work will have a direct impact in our expanding Fab Operations, in building out our platforms of purpose-built technologies such as smart mobile devices, personal computing, home and industrial IoT, automotive and more. You will have access to the latest technological developments at GF Labs, with opportunities for patent submissions, presenting your ideas on a global platform, and enjoy GF-wide collaboration across our fabs and offices around the world.

Why This Role

The role is based in the GF Malaysia office in Penang, Malaysia. The GF Malaysia office serves as a key hub providing engineering resources to supplement GF’s global fab operations on a real-time basis. Through the monitoring of key production processes, performance metrics and tool uptime, the GF Malaysia team will be able to provide important round-the-clock support for our global manufacturing operations.

What You Will Do

• Lead global technical training projects and initiatives supporting manufacturing capability and workforce development. 
• Drive standardization of technical training processes, curricula, competency frameworks, and qualification methodologies across all fabs. 
• Support governance, administration, and continuous improvement of Learning Management Systems (Workday Learning, SumTotal and related platforms). 
• Partner with site training teams, engineering organizations, HR, and subject matter experts to develop and deploy effective learning solutions. 
• Develop and maintain training dashboards, metrics, and reports to monitor training compliance, qualifications, and organizational capability. 
• Lead audit readiness activities related to training records, qualification systems, competency management, and regulatory compliance. 
• Identify training gaps through data analysis and collaborate with stakeholders to implement corrective and preventive actions. 
• Manage training-related projects, including planning, stakeholder engagement, communications, execution tracking, and reporting. 
• Support global initiatives focused on digitalization, automation, and modernization of the technical training landscape. 
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional and cross-fab continuous improvement projects that enhance training effectiveness, efficiency, and employee capability 
• Act as the GFES Technical Training focal point for global training governance, process alignment, and learning system enhancements across sites. 

Additional Support 

• Coordinate priorities among site training teams and support organizations to ensure execution of global training strategies and objectives. 
• Lead an expanded global technical training function supporting competency management, workforce development, audit readiness, LMS administration, and continuous improvement programs. 

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Education, Technology, or related discipline. 
• Training and Development certification is an advantage. 
• Project Management certification is an advantage. 
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing, technical training, learning management systems, workforce development, or project management. 
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) administration and governance preferred. 
• Experience working in global or cross-functional environments preferred. 
• Experience in manufacturing training compliance and audit requirements is an advantage.

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.

As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.

All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.

To ensure that we maintain a safe and healthy workplace for our GlobalFoundries employees, please note that offered candidates who have applied for jobs in Malaysia will have to be fully vaccinated prior to their targeted start date.