Technical Project/program Manager Iii – E3 jobs at Applied Materials

What We Offer

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Key Responsibilities

• Performs complex electro-mechanical technical functions and activities such as design, test, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting and assembly of electronics and electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, prototype models, specialized test equipment, tools and test fixtures.
• Tests and troubleshoots system level and component level problems in electrical and mechanical systems and sub-systems with minimal supervision. Assignments require solution of difficult problems by application of technical knowledge. May perform more complicated or complex new system and NPI installations and field upgrades.
• May work from limited or no documentation. Investigates, compiles data, documents and recommends changes using applicable reporting process to enhance product performance.
• Compiles logbooks and test procedures documentation utilizing good writing skills. Assists in revising, developing and implementing documented procedures. Writes complex technical reports and test procedures.
• Performs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic & vacuum and process testing on AMAT platforms to Engineering and Manufacturing documentation and specifications.
• Observes all safety standards. Maintains a secure, safe, clean and healthy work environment. Attends required health and safety training and follows safety and security policies, procedures and practices. Promptly reports accidents, injuries, safety hazards, or emergencies to supervisor or Safety dept. Follows operating instructions, uses protective equipment when required, and uses equipment and materials properly. Actively strives to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Requires full understanding of the company's manufacturing and/or engineering processes, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interface acrossdepartmental/functionallines. Provides management with technical input in order to correct problems both at the system level and in the manufacturing process.
• Provides training to lower level Engineering Technicians. Recognized as technical resource for a particular platform or product. Highly proficient at troubleshooting and resolving issues. Effective at providing standard work and workmanship skills training. Works closely with Engineering in the development of procedures and documentation for NPI. May serve as a "Quality Lead".

Functional Knowledge

• Has developed advanced specialized expertise within aanalytical/scientificarea to perform the most complex work
• Experience with PVD , CVD, and or Etchis required.

Business Expertise

• Has a good understanding of how related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives

Leadership

• May act as a lead for the team, may allocate work and provide subject matter guidance to more junior team members

Problem Solving

• Exercises judgment, based on previous experience, practices and precedents, to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent

Impact

• Impacts the effectiveness of own team and closely related teams

Interpersonal Skills

• Exchanges ideas and information effectively; uses tact and diplomacy when dealing with others

Key Responsibilities

Prepares project plans and drives the project from conception and planning to implementation. Will participate in the development of strategies, processes and resources.

Manages project schedule and task details by utilizing project management tools such as reports, tracking charts, checklist and project scheduling software.

Coordinates allocated resources from within the Division to achieve on-time and within budget performance objectives for the project. Initiates and manages purchase requisitions, and purchase orders.

Interfaces and coordinates within the division to define project objectives, provide status updates and prepare for release and deployment.

Identifies and resolves potential complications within the project and develops solutions for resolution.

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 teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity

Problem Solving

• Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions

Impact

• Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view

Role will report to MDP Manufacturing Engineering

Present to customers as required

MDP technical product knowledge and MFG processes preferred

Key Responsibilities

Performs all standard service activities through Tier I unassisted. Performs standard Tier II with assistance. Able to perform routine preventative maintenance within established timeframes. Completes quality repairs.

Responds to fab issues by communicating with other engineers and participating in escalation conference calls. May participate in projects to reduce costs and increase uptime.

Verifies operational quality of system equipment. Assists senior engineers as needed.

Applies diagnostic techniques and use of documentation and test equipment with assistance from senior engineers. Ability to diagnose and resolve technical problems. Uses training and experience to identify some process, software or hardware related system problems.

Complies with all safety procedures and consistently demonstrates safety as a value.

Complies with all safety procedures and consistently demonstrates safety as a value.

Functional Knowledge

• Has established skills to perform a range of day-to-day activities

Business Expertise

• Understands how the assigned duties relate to others in the team and how the team integrates with others in the discipline
• Assumes responsibility for full customer satisfaction assuring excellent relations within assigned area

Leadership

• Has no supervisory responsibilities; manages own workload

Problem Solving

• Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area without supervisory approval; evaluates and selects solutions from established options

Impact

• Impacts own team through the quality of the services or information provided; follows standardized procedures and practices and receives regular but moderate supervision and guidance

Interpersonal Skills

• Uses communication skills to exchange information

Varian HC Implant experience greatly preferred

Role Responsibilities:

• Helps to develop and maintain operation sequence procedures and processes related to the building of systems and subsystems. This may include designing build/lift fixtures or making engineering design changes to improve the production process. May also include helping with build cell/manufacturing layouts that aim to streamline the production process.
• Interfaces with other engineering disciplines to coordinate the release of product improvements and/or new products. Writes, releases, approves and issues engineering change orders (ECOs) as required to support design engineering and operations for new and existing products.
• Determine root cause and corrective actions for issues that arise during assembly and/or test of systems and subsystems; Implements corrective actions to eliminate future occurrences.
• Estimates manufacturing costs, determines time standards, and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements. Implements changes to improve safety, quality, and reliability. Uses lean principles to eliminate wastes found in the production system.
• May work with test engineering on the design and development of test fixtures/test processes. Expected to become proficient with testing to help troubleshoot failures found during test.
• Collects and analyzes operational and test data to support root cause analysis and implement data-driven solutions.
• Supports supplier quality and development efforts by interfacing with suppliers. This may include attending supplier audits or supporting supplier visits.
• ​Proficiency in the following software is a plus: Teamcenter, Core+ AgileE6, SAP, PTC Creo, Ansys, Smartsheet, Tableau, or other similar software programs. ​

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 4-7 years of experience
• Demonstrated conceptual knowledge and technical experience for everyday problem-solving on the job

Solid interpersonal skills—including the ability to clearly explain difficult or sensitive information, and the ability to build consensus
This position may require standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools. 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.

What We Offer

Key Responsibilities
This is a Carrier Management Role responsible for ensuring our Logis􀆟cs Service Providers (LSP) performs
at the agreed level of execu􀆟on. It requires a broad level of understanding in various transporta􀆟on
networks (Air, Ocean, Ground, and Parcel Shipping) and familiarity with freight flow (Order Management,
Warehousing, Transport Compliance, Packaging, etc). This role ensures the effec􀆟ve execu􀆟on of thecommunica􀆟on externally with LSP and internally with Buyers and Supplier Managers. Specifically, the
role will be responsible for the following ac􀆟vi􀆟es:
 Service Level Performance Management
o Escala􀆟on Management
o On Time Performance
o Missing, Wrong, & Damage PPM
 Cross Dock Management
 MBR Par􀆟cipa􀆟on, Carrier Management
 New Volume Onboarding
1. Defining Global Processes
a. All established processes must be applicable across the globe
i. Communication cadence withshipper/suppliers/carriers/within
ii. Miscommunication leading to carrier failure is considered a process break (our
responsibility)
b. Manage carrier SOWs
i. Know & uphold our expectations from our carriersc. Establishing clear & achievable SLAs/KPIs
i. Review transit with carriers
ii. Review agreed transit time as per pricing schedule
iii. Work with CBMs on Performance Plans
d. Internal Promotions
i. Creating visuals/documents on carrier expectations
1. Covering end-to-end process from EDI to Freight Payment.ii. Connect with Buyers/ Logistics Coordinators to align their expectations from our
carrierscustomer service
2. Carrier Management
a. Manage Operational Risks
i. Track company-wide closures
ii. Track market conditions (port strikes, holiday disruptions, etcs)
iii. Work with carriers on contingency plans for expected delays
b. Driving Continuous Performance Improvements
i. Drive consistency on performance
ii. Improve both gross & net scores
iii. Identifying areas of improvement
iv. Manage MBR Action Trackers
c. Project Management for Specialized Cargo
i. Quotation Creation in CargoBased. POC and Escalation Point for CrossDock
i. Regular meetings with Material Project Managers to work with shippers on
proper selection of Mode of Transport
ii. Regular meetings with CrossDock service provider
iii. Support with issues between CrossDock service provider and transport service
provider
e. New Program Launches (i.e CrossDock)
i. Support with SOP/SOW creationsiii. Transition Manager for any carrier change projects
Minimum Requirements: Education & Experience
 Bachelor’s Degree
 Years of logis􀆟cs or rela􀆟ve experience contributes to Job Grade placement
Knowledge & Skills:
 Communica􀆟on skills at all levels.
 Demonstrate sense of urgency.
 Accustomed to taking accountability for ensuring that projects are completed on 􀆟me.
 Iden􀆟fies and resolves technical, opera􀆟onal, and organiza􀆟onal problems.
 Analy􀆟cal and use of data to drive solu􀆟ons.
 Strong a􀆩en􀆟on to details
 Ability to deal with ambiguity.
 High level of business acumen.

KeyResponsibilities

• Collaborate closely with service business unit executives to drive business performance, deliver on strategic objectives and provide actional insights.
  • Define and execute financial strategies aligned with AGS and corporate objectives
  • Drive initiatives that improve profitability and operational efficiency across service offerings
• Partner cross functionally to support new service productdevelopment frominitiation to release
  • Prepare 4-8 Qtr. roll out revenue and margin plan by customer, units, ASP and cost that integrates the cost reduction plan
  • Prepare 5-year evaluation model of the incremental value the product creates
  • Identify the key cost reduction roadmap for each cost component as relevant. Identify assumed impact, timing and actions required.
• Drive the financial performance of your business unit(s) relative to expectations:
  • Prepare QoQ and YoY revenue and standard margin analysis, monitor performance throughout the quarter
  • Continuously identify and track 'execution opportunities' to improve standard margins, identify issues, helpaddress/improve, trackimpact
  • Build KPI / trackers to prioritize management around the highest value opportunities
• Manage investment spending, develop ROI analysis on new projects and prioritize investments accordingly
• Provide financial decision support on ad hoc/scenario analysis and present to finance and non-finance executives
• Partner with business and drive strategic process improvement programs
• Manage and mentor extended SBU finance analyst, fostering a culture of learning and excellence
• Provide support for special projects and/or M&A activities

Qualifications & Preferences

• Proven ability to operate as an independent finance partner to business leaders
• Strong communication and influencing skills across cross-functional teams
• Advanced excel skill required; working experience with Tableau, Power BI, or SQL preferred
• Be curious to understand the drivers of top and bottom-line growth
• Basic accounting knowledge

Project Management

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and timelines.

• Track project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and mitigate them.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.

• Manage project budgets and resources effectively to implement solutions

• Ability to deliver high quality solutions managing scope, on time, within budget and high customer satisfaction.

• Gain expertise and guide teams to follow management processes

• Demonstrates sound judgment and effective time management

• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills

Technical Expertise

• Possess a strong understanding of physical security systems, including access control, video management, intrusion detection, and fire alarm systems.

• Prepare, review and approve design packages, ensuring adherence to industry standards and business requirements.

• Coordinate with design teams to develop accurate and detailed design documentation.

• Oversee the selection and procurement of appropriate equipment and materials.

• Implement quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet high standards.

• Conduct regular quality assurance reviews and audits.

• Identify and address quality issues promptly.

Relationship Management

• Build, collaborate, and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders (IT, Legal, Finance, Facilities, HR etc.)

• Set and manage expectations with vendors.

• Communicate effectively with business to understand their needs and expectations.

• Proactively address business concerns and resolve issues.

Required Skills

• 8+ years of experience managing physical security projects.

• Certifications in Project Management

• Strong technical knowledge of physical security systems (C-Cure, Access Control, identity management, video management, intrusion detection systems).

• Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., Jira, SmartSheets, CAD, BlueBeam etc).

• Knowledge of construction and facility management processes.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills