Program/Project Manager 4

Lam Research; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research seeks a seasoned Program/Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives from initiation to delivery in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will coordinate engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality teams to meet scope, schedule, and budget while driving data-informed decisions.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, CAPA, and the use of structured problem-solving methods, with strong communication to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field with 10+ years of experience.
• 10+ years of related experience in project management or program management.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-visibility cross-functional problem-solving initiatives.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for complex problems.
• Apply structured methodologies such as 8D and Six Sigma with quality tools.

Skills

Cross-functional coordination

Problem solving

Data analysis

Communication

Stakeholder influence

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree

Tools

Six Sigma

PMP

PRINCE2

Job description

The impact you’ll make

As a Program or Project Manager at Lam, you will play a pivotal role in driving projects/programs. You’ll be at the forefront of project initiation through delivery, using your expertise to coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure project are completed on time and within budget.

The group you’ll be a part of

As a Program or Project Manager at Lam, you will play a pivotal role in driving projects/programs. You’ll be at the forefront of project initiation through delivery, using your expertise to coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure project are completed on time and within budget.

What You’ll Do

• Lead High visibility cross functional problem solving initiatives.
• Drive root cause analysis & corrective actions for complex problems
• Apply structured methodologies such as 8D, Six Sigma with proficiency in applying Quality tools for problem solving
• Partner with engineering, operations, supply chain, customer quality, and corporate teams.
• Coach teams on selecting and using the right problem-solving tools.
• Ensure sustainable corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Provide actionable insights for management to support decision making through data collection and analysis.
• Develop and deliver clear and concise communications for leadership teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure execution, manage risks, assure adherence to program or project schedules, and performance to meet business requirements.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to continuously improve the process.
• Run change management for projects and programs and support proper project closure.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field with 10+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 8+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of related experience in project management or program management
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders.
• Analytical skills to interpret and utilize data for decision support.

Preferred Qualifications

• Semiconductor industry or global supplier experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Relevant project management certifications such as Six Sigma, PMP, PRINCE2.

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 remotely 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 remotely 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 remotely the rest of the time.

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Salary

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $92,000.00 - $211,000.00.

The above salary range for this position is relevant to applicants that reside or work onsite in the California, San Francisco Bay Area only. Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Actual salary may vary from salary offered due to numerous factors including but not limited to unpaid time off, unpaid leave, company mandated shutdown, and other relevant factors.

Our Perks And Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That's why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.