Peter Rucker
About Peter Rucker
Peter Rucker is an Equipment Engineering and Maintenance Manager with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing management. He has held various leadership roles in companies such as TriQuint Semiconductor, ON Semiconductor, and LSI Logic, specializing in lean manufacturing and process improvement methodologies.
Current Role at Onsemi
Peter Rucker has been serving as the Equipment Engineering and Maintenance Manager at ON Semiconductor since 2017. In this role, he oversees equipment engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of manufacturing equipment. His responsibilities include managing an engineering team that provides factory sustaining support and develops new processes to enhance production efficiency.
Previous Experience in Semiconductor Industry
Peter Rucker has extensive experience in the semiconductor industry, having held various management positions at notable companies. He worked at TriQuint Semiconductor as Production Control Manager from 2009 to 2014. Prior to that, he served as Director of Process and Equipment Engineering at ON Semiconductor from 2006 to 2007, and as Manufacturing Section Manager at LSI Logic from 1992 to 1997. His roles have involved significant responsibilities in production control, process engineering, and manufacturing management.
Education and Expertise
Peter Rucker studied at Stanford University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from 1980 to 1984. His educational background supports his expertise in methodologies such as Lean, Theory of Constraints, DMAIC, and others. He is skilled in using standard MES, ERP, and MS Office applications, which are essential for effective management in manufacturing environments.
Management and Leadership Experience
With over 30 years of progressive management experience in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, Peter Rucker has directed organizations of over 350 personnel. His leadership roles have included positions such as Director of Manufacturing and Manufacturing Manager at LSI Logic, where he focused on production, logistics, and equipment maintenance activities. He specializes in cycle time reduction, cost reduction, and productivity improvement.
Methodologies and Specializations
Peter Rucker is well-versed in various manufacturing methodologies, including Lean, Theory of Constraints, and FMEA/Control Plan. His expertise extends to process mapping, 5S+, and 8D methods. He has a proven track record in new process introduction, manufacturing start-up, and staff development, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and goal alignment within organizations.