Mgr, Product Qual & Rel Eng

Applied Materials; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials is seeking a Senior leader to manage the global quality and reliability program. This role oversees standards, training development, and data-driven improvement initiatives across engineering and manufacturing functions.

The position requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a deep understanding of quality systems. Full-time role based in San Jose with relocation and travel considerations noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Applied Materials' global Standards of Business Conduct.
• Travel up to 20% of the time as indicated in the job info.
• Relocation eligibility mentioned in the additional information.

Responsibilities

• Manages the company-wide quality/ reliability program and related business processes.
• Develops quality/ reliability training and courses.
• Monitors current training to ensure compatibility with current programs.
• Evaluates and analyzes data to determine requirements for quality/ reliability programs
• Manages the application of quality/ reliability activities in administrative areas with focus on consulting with operating units to ensure continuous improvement.
• Evaluates current operations for performance against quality standards.
• Provides inputs and recommendations for the adoption of good quality practices in engineering and manufacturing.
• Provides leadership and support to subordinates in meeting quality assurance system requirements
• Selects, trains, evaluates and manages employees to ensure the efficient operations of the function.

Skills

Functional Knowledge

Business Expertise

Leadership

Problem Solving

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.

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: $158,500.00 - $218,000.00

Location: San Jose,CA

You'\u2019ll 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

• Manages the company-wide quality/ reliability program and related business processes. Includes the definition, specification, and implementation of standards, methods and procedures for developing quality/ reliability programs.


• Develops quality/ reliability training and courses. Monitors current training to ensure compatibility with current programs.


• Evaluates and analyzes data to determine requirements for quality/ reliability programs


• Manages the application of quality/ reliability activities in administrative areas with focus on consulting with operating units to ensure continuous improvement.


• Evaluates current operations for performance against quality standards.


• Provides inputs and recommendations for the adoption of good quality practices in engineering and manufacturing.


• Provides leadership and support to subordinates in meeting quality assurance system requirements


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

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.

Additional Information

Time Type

Full time

Employee Type

Assignee / Regular

Travel

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible

Yes

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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