Master Scheduler IV

Applied Materials; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Austin, TX is seeking a Master Scheduler to lead and optimize master scheduling and related production processes. You will analyze scheduling data, drive cross-functional improvements, and ensure alignment with manufacturing plans for NI products and NPIs.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with SAP or similar ERP systems, and a track record of delivering on-time production plans in a high-tech environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and maintains master scheduling and/or slotting reports and measurements; runs and reports on metrics.
• Develops new business processes and solutions; creates and maintains training documents for team.
• Leads master scheduling related activities for site or business unit and ensures compliance to established business processes.

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

Salary: $108,000.00 - $148,500.00

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

• Analyzes and maintains master scheduling and/or slotting reports and measurements; runs and reports on metrics.Establishes measurements for new processes and collaborates cross-functionally for process improvement. Drives alignment in process control across business segments.
• Follows documented business processes and identifies inconsistencies to management. Develops new business processes and solutions as needed. Creates and maintains training documents for team. Provides training and guidance to newer master schedulers, planners, and buyers. Leads master scheduling related activities for site or business unit and ensures compliance to established business processes. Presents new intitatives and process changes to executive management.
• Publishes System Production Report & Change Summary. Manages order pull in / push outs including capacity constraint analysis. Utilizes Rapid Response software for scenario planning. Provides output to stakeholders and provides feedback for development of new workbooks. Creates and manages all milestone routings for products and test strategies globally. Creates and manages unique routings specific to NPI product. Chairs quarterly meetings with engineering and manufacturing to assure routing alignment. Drives for cycle time reduction. Provides guidance to management for optimizing effectiveness of team.
• Initiates demand in MRP (systems & non-system orders). Monitors and validates MRP accuracy. Researches engineering change orders; recommends changes and adjusts planning bills as required. Resolves data integrity issues. Responds to MRP validation inquiries form purchasing community and provides guidance on issue resolution. Identifies gaps in business process and drives solutions. Drives technical solutions through GIS and manages solution deployment to affected team members.
• Coordinates with marketing to ensure opportunities and sales orders are set up correctly in SAP. Develops processes to enhance slotting methodology. Chairs slotting meetings. Manages schedule transition between pilot, volume, various plants or among business groups. Collaborates with BMO directors and Demand Management on build plan optimization. Leads cross-functional teams for continuous improvement projects.
• Manages supply review process by running and analzing safety stock model. Gathers input globally from purchasing, inventory focals for inclusion in comprehensive supply review. Presents in Strategic Inventory Supply Review on Safety Stock and Overplan Strategies. Performs E&Z analysis and provides options for use up. Establishes metrics and drives team for improvement.

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

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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