Manufacturing Program Manager

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

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Lead product transition between Austin and Singapore, factory ramps projects, and manufacturing readiness activities for new and/or existing products.  Coordinate activities and projects with Operations leaders, Manufacturing, NPI, Supply Chain and Logistics for cross-functional strategic program initiatives. Serve as the central owner for manufacturing transition programs, leading the planning, coordination, and execution required to achieve production readiness. Drive cross-functional execution to meet cost, quality, delivery, and capacity targets for all projects assigned. Develop and implement manufacturing line designs and scalable production strategies to support future growth. Identify and execute productivity improvement initiatives to optimize labor efficiency, factory utilization, and operational performance. Manage program risks, dependencies, schedules, and stakeholder communications to ensure successful execution and business continuity. Interfaces and coordinates with stakeholders to define project objectives, provide status updates and prepare for release and deployment. Responsible for managing project schedule and task details by utilizing project management tools such as reports, tracking charts, checklist, Smartsheet and project scheduling software Supervises allocated resources from other organizations to achieve on-time and within budget performance objectives for the project Ensures that all phases of project, program and/or process development are documented, and that information required in other functional areas is reported, disseminated, or transferred, as appropriate Drive programs that helps MDP Singapore achieve it target including, but not limited to, shortages of large impact to completions, Outsource vendor delivery coordination, high risk parts mitigation Provides management support and operate as backup for MDP leadership when needed Experience 5 to 10 years’ experience in large scale project and program management in Technology Strategy Implementation (eg. ERP, Analytics, Supply Chain Technology, manufacturing, NPI transition, AI/ML). Candidate with additional Functional experience in Operations and Supply chain would be viewed favorably. Other Requirements: Additionally, because this position also may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required. Functional Knowledge Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field  Business Expertise Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services Leadership May lead functional