Quality Manager

Applied Materials, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. in Singapore seeks a senior leader to oversee quality and reliability programs across sites. You will define standards, govern deviation management, and drive data-driven problem solving to minimize defects.

The role focuses on coordinating supplier and customer quality, audits, and continuous improvement, with leadership of multiple teams and adherence to ISO/IATF standards.

Qualifications

• Experience leading quality/reliability programs.
• Knowledge of ISO/IATF standards and quality systems.
• Ability to drive cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead global or site-specific deviation management and CAPA.
• Define and implement quality standards and procedures.
• Drive SPC, FMEA, and yield-improvement tools.
• Oversee supplier and customer quality and audits.
• Chair PCRB meetings and manage documentation (OI, SOP, OCAP).
• Support continuous improvement across engineering and manufacturing.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Who We Are

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.

What We Offer

Location:

Singapore,SGP

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.

Provides leadership to managers and professional staff. Is accountable for the performance and results of multiple sites or related teams. Develops business unit, department or sub-function plans, including business, production and/or organizational priorities. Decisions are guided by resource availability and segment/functional objectives.

KeyResponsibilities:

Managesthe quality/ reliability program and related business processes.

Includes the definition, specification, and implementation of standards, methods and procedures for developing quality/ reliabilityprograms.

Process Governance: Lead global or site-specific deviation management, root-cause analysis (e.g., 8D, CAPA), and quality event reduction programs to minimize wafer scrap and excursions.

Quality Management Systems (QMS): Establish, maintain, and audit QMS compliance against global manufacturing standards like ISO, IATF, and internal corporate objectives.

Data & Statistical Control: Drive data-driven problem-solving using Statistical Process Control (SPC), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and yield-improvement tools.

Supplier & Customer Quality: Oversee incoming raw material standards with procurement teams and act as the technical escalation point for customer quality expectations and audits

Key member of PCRB (process change review board) and chair documentation (OI, SOP, OCAP) meeting

Managesthe application of quality/ reliability activities in administrative areas with focus on consulting with operating units to ensure continuousimprovement.

Providesinputs and recommendations for the adoption of good quality practices in engineering andmanufacturing.

Providesleadership and support to subordinates in meeting quality assurance systemrequirements

Selects, trains, evaluates and manages employees to ensure the efficient operations of thefunction.

Functional Knowledge

• Front-end Semiconductor Fab working knowledge and experience.
• Demonstratescomprehensive understanding of concepts and principles within own job family and knowledge of other related jobfamilies

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.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

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.