VP Smart Manufacturing Solutions
Kulicke & Soffa Industries, Inc.
Fort Washington, PA, United States
Shawn Sarbacker, Ph.D.
Vice President, Smart Manufacturing Solutions
Kulicke & Soffa
Shawn Sarbacker is a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience in product development and engineering, currently serving as the Vice President of Smart Manufacturing Solutions at Kulicke & Soffa. Based in Pennsylvania, Shawn leads strategic initiatives aimed at propelling the company to the forefront of Smart Manufacturing within the semiconductor assembly sector. His expertise spans high-value AI and Machine Learning solutions, Industry 4.0, and advanced factory management systems.
A Stanford University alum, Shawn holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and an M.S. in Manufacturing Systems Engineering. His academic tenure includes roles as an adjunct assistant professor at both the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Michigan, where he taught integrated product design and manufacturing strategies.
Before his current role, Shawn was pivotal in managing the Ball Bonder Business Unit at Kulicke & Soffa, overseeing R&D, product marketing, and engineering across multiple global sites. His leadership significantly enhanced market share and operational efficiency through the adoption of lean and agile product development practices.
In addition to his corporate achievements, Shawn is the founder of TechVsALS, a collaborative project with the Sean M. Healey ALS Center at Massachusetts General Hospital. This initiative focuses on expanding access to experimental ALS therapies, demonstrating his commitment to leveraging technology for societal benefit.
Shawn's contributions to the field have been recognized by his peers and industry, marked by his forward-thinking approach to integrating cutting-edge technologies to enhance manufacturing processes and product quality. At SEMI West, he looks forward to sharing insights on the future of smart manufacturing and the critical role of emerging technologies in driving industry advancements.
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Delivering Smart Manufacturing Value in Semiconductor Assembly
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
11:40am – 12:00pm PDT