Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Salary:

$96,000.00 - $132,000.00

Location:

Austin,TX

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Will prepare project plan and coordinates the attainment of project deliverables from planning to implementation. Maintains matrix for process improvements.
• Coordinate technician scheduling and workload management. Assign projects and prioritize resources to ensure execution of quality initiatives.
• Conduct regular one-on-one sessions with technicians to review performance and progress, provide coaching and address challenges.
• Monitors DMRs, Scrap and Rework costs, and deploys strategic projects to drive optimization and cost reduction to achieve organization goals.
• Partner with Operations and Manufacturing Engineering to drive DMR reduction initiatives and process improvements using lean six sigma methodology. Lead and support initiatives aimed at improving manufacturing robustness, reducing defect escapes, and increasing process capability.
• Ensure rapid containment to manufacturing line-down and field escalations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements, and support 8D projects where required.
• Facilitate root cause analysis for issues that arise during assembly and/or test of systems; drives correction actions; provides failure analysis report as required.
• Interface with other engineering functions to ensure new products have implemented changes which mitigate the risk of discrepant material being generated.
• Prepare and present quality metrics and initiatives to senior leadership.
• Facilitate meetings to receive updates on tasks and projects.
• Provide training to new team members and operations to enhance team capability or as part of stand downs.
• Will need to lead and facilitate SFMECA safety projects.
• Evaluates work methods, procedures, and policies. Develops and maintains new business processes; edits as necessary to ensure current practices are documented.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; will lead cross-functional projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science or other relevant qualifications.
• Preferably at least 3 years of quality engineering experience.
• Professional qualifications in Quality will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in quality analysis tools and statistical software (e.g., Excel, Minitab, Tableau).
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles (Green Belt preferred).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment across different time zones.

Additional Information Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.