Operations Manager

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:

$133,200.00 - $183,000.00

Location:

Hillsboro,OR

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

Establishes and monitors production using metrics/budgets through systems, and initiates appropriate corrective action as needed and based on results. Establishes and controls project schedules, timelines.

Plans and evaluates optimal resource utilization and efficiency of operation to minimize costs and allow for on-time delivery of product to customers. Accurately establishes plant capacity.

Directs, guides, monitors, and evaluates personnel to accomplish specific production and supply chain goals consistent with established operational, housekeeping (5S), and safety procedures and processes.  Engage in problem solving in complex situations and process improvements in streamlining work processes.

Leads continuous improvement efforts and projects to refine production methods and processes to produce quality products that meet customer requirements in the most cost-effective manner.

Identifies and pursues new and complex technologies to improve production and cycle time, increase efficiency and resource utilization and maximize profitability.

Works closely with members of Senior and Executive Management to align overall operations development with business needs/opportunities. Promotes an environment of cooperation and trust.

Provides senior leadership, guidance, mentorship, and personal development of his/her direct reports in the areas of daily operational management, systems development, and optimization. And ensures that all direct reports are sufficiently skilled and trained to perform their functions in a high-quality and efficient manner.

Identifies process and quality changes designed to improve manufacturing or department capabilities.  Drives Lean, Safety and Quality.  Takes corrective action.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles within own job family and knowledge of other related job families

Business Expertise

• Applies in-depth understanding of how own discipline integrates within the segment/function

Leadership

• Manages multiple related teams, sets organizational priorities and allocates resources 

Problem Solving

• Identifies and resolves complex technical, operational and organizational problems 

Impact

• Impacts the business results of a team or area by supporting and funding of projects, products, services and/or technologies and developing policies and plans

• Guided by business unit, department or sub-functional business plans

Interpersonal Skills

• Influences others internally and externally, including senior management

Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

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Position Summary

The Operations Manager is responsible for leading all operational activities related to the supply chain and procurement, manufacturing, product quality, and cost control.

The role ensures safe, efficient, and profitable operations while meeting customer requirements for quality, delivery, equipment performance, and regulatory compliance.

The Operations Manager serves as the bridge between engineering, production, field service, supply chain, quality, and customers to ensure operational excellence

Key Roles and Responsibilities

1. Manufacturing & Production Operations

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations for mask equipment platforms.
• Ensure production schedules are achieved on time and within budget.
• Monitor equipment build progress and resolve production bottlenecks.
• Drive capacity planning to support customer demand.
• Optimize manufacturing workflows and resource utilization.
• Ensure adherence to work instructions, engineering specifications, and quality standards.

Key Deliverables

• On-time equipment delivery
• Production throughput
• Manufacturing efficiency improvements
• Reduced cycle times

2. Supply Chain & Procurement Management

Responsibilities

• Cooperate with Supply chain teams to insure  supplier performance – in terms of product on time delivery, quality and cost.
• Coordinate inventory management and safety stock policies.
• Resolve material shortages impacting production schedules.

Key Deliverables

• Material availability
• Supplier quality improvements
• Inventory optimization
• Cost savings

3. Installation & Customer Deployment

Responsibilities

• Manage factory acceptance testing (FAT) activities.
• Coordinate shipment, installation, and customer acceptance processes.

Key Deliverables

• Successful customer acceptance

4. Quality Management

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and semiconductor industry standards.
• Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Drive continuous quality improvements.
• Manage nonconforming material processes.
• Support customer audits and supplier audits.
• Implement reliability improvement programs.

Key Deliverables

• Reduced Non conformances
• Improved product reliability
• Audit compliance
• Lower cost of poor quality

5. Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Deploy Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Reduce manufacturing cycle times.
• Improve labor productivity.
• Eliminate waste from operational processes.
• Develop KPI dashboards.

Key Deliverables

• Productivity gains
• Cost reduction
• Process standardization

6. Financial & Budget Management

Responsibilities

• Develop operational budgets.
• Monitor manufacturing costs.
• Manage operational and facilities expenditures.
• Support forecasting and revenue planning.
• Identify opportunities for margin improvement.
• Ensure achievement of operational financial targets.

Key Deliverables

• Gross margin improvement
• Cost control

7. Facilities & Infrastructure Management

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility operations supporting manufacturing, integration, and testing activities.
• Ensure availability and reliability of critical infrastructure systems, including:
• Cleanrooms (ISO/Class-rated environments)
• Chilled water systems
• Compressed dry air (CDA)
• Process gases
• Power distribution and UPS systems
• Fire detection and suppression systems

Key Deliverables

• Facility uptime >99%
• Cleanroom compliance
• Successful facility expansion projects
• Reduced energy consumption
• Safe working environment

8. Team Leadership & People Management

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing, planning, and logistics teams.
• Establish performance objectives and development plans.
• Build a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support workforce planning and talent development.

Key Deliverables

• Employee engagement
• Low turnover
• Leadership development
• Succession planning

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Operational KPIs

• On-Time Delivery (OTD)
• Manufacturing Cycle Time
• Equipment Build Schedule Adherence
• Factory Throughput
• Capacity Utilization

Quality KPIs

• Non-Conformance Rate

Financial KPIs

• Gross Margin
• Operational spend Vs targets

Competencies

Technical Knowledge

• Semiconductor manufacturing equipment – preferably Mask Print systems background

Leadership Skills

• Strategic planning
• Cross-functional leadership
• Decision making
• Conflict resolution
• Change management

Operational Skills

• Manufacturing daily operations
• Lean Manufacturing
• Supply Chain Management
• Production Planning
• Quality Systems
• ERP/MRP Systems (Preferably SAP background)

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.

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