Program/Project Manager 2

Lam Research Corporation; Villach; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

On-site/Virtual Flex

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Lam Research in Villach, Austria is hiring a Compliance & Accountability Program Manager to drive the site accountability framework, align site goals with corporate strategies, and ensure ISO 9001 compliance across processes.

You will coordinate performance tracking, audit readiness, and improvement initiatives with global teams, enabling structured reviews and data-driven leadership insights. This role supports an international, hybrid work model in a leading semiconductor environment.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in engineering/quality/administration with 5+ years in related fields.
• Experience in project/program management and cross-functional work.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• As Compliance & Accountability lead, safeguard ISO 9001 alignment and policy adherence.
• Coordinate site accountability systems and tie to annual objectives.
• Organize cross-functional objective setting and performance reviews.
• Lead ISO 9001 and customer audits with global compliance teams.
• Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement for audit findings.
• Prepare leadership-ready performance summaries and reports.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder influence

Analytical skills

ISO 9001 knowledge

Continuous improvement

English fluent

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or Business Administration

Master’s degree in a related field

Equivalent experience in quality/operations/compliance/program management

Job description

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipmentthat drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.

Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Date: Oct 24, 2026

Location: Villach, AT

Worker Category: On-site Flex

The group you’ll be a part of

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering ofLam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting-edge solutionsare helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

The impact you’ll make

As Compliance & Accountability Program Manager, you will drive the accountability framework for Lam’s Villach site and help translate corporate strategies, guidelines, and annual objectives into an effective multi-level, cross-functional operating system.

You will ensure alignment of site-level goals, coordinate performance tracking, and enable structured accountability reviews such as Quarterly Operations Reviews. In addition, you will support compliance with ISO 9001 requirements, Lam corporate policies, and global business processes across the Villach site.

In this role, you will act as a central point of contact for compliance, audit readiness, and management-system effectiveness. You will work closely with local stakeholders, global compliance teams, and key Lam sites around the world to strengthen operational discipline, support continuous improvement, and drive sustainable business performance.

What you’ll do

• Act as the local compliance lead for the Villach site, with focus on ISO 9001 requirements, Lam corporate policies, and global business processes.
• Maintain and continuously improve the Villach site accountability system in alignment with Lam’s Annual Operations Plan.
• Coordinate cross-functional objective setting, performance tracking, and accountability reviews, including Quarterly Operations Reviews.
• Lead and coordinate ISO 9001 and customer audits for the Villach site in close cooperation with Lam’s global Compliance organization.
• Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives related to audit findings, process gaps, and management-system nonconformities.
• Facilitate alignment across organizations and functions to ensure clear ownership, timely execution, and measurable progress against site objectives.
• Prepare and communicate performance insights, audit readiness status, and improvement opportunities to local and global leadership teams.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for an engaged and structured Compliance & Accountability Program Manager who is passionate about operational excellence, quality management, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate enjoys working in a cross-functional and international environment, can translate strategic priorities into practical execution systems, and is able to influence stakeholders across different levels of the organization.

You should be motivated by the opportunity to improve management systems, strengthen business processes, and help the Villach site successfully adapt to evolving market, technology, customer, and corporate requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Business Administration,or related field with 5+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 3+ years’ experience; or equivalent experiencein quality, operations, compliance, program management, or business process management.
• 3+ years of related experience in project management or program management
• Experience working in an international or matrixed organization.
• Solid understanding of ISO 9001 standards and Quality Management Systems.
• Experience in compliance management, business process management, accountability systems, or operational excellence.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment in a matrix organization.
• Strong analytical skills, including data mining, performance analysis, and deriving actionable conclusions.
• Ability to prepare clear management-level communication, performance summaries, and review materials.
• Fluent English skills required; German language skills are beneficial.
• Quality or continuous-improvement certifications, such as Six Sigma Black Belt, are a plus.

Villach - a great place to live and work

Follow the linkwww.welcome2villach.atand you will find on the spot the most important information about living, working and studying in and around Villach/Austria.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remote and fall into two categories – On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On-site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remote for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remote the rest of the time.

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Employment in Austria

This position is subject to the Austrian Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for Employees in the Metal Technology Industry. A higher payment is negotiable depending on expertise, education, and skills. The monthly salary is paid 14 times per year.

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