Program/Project Manager 4

LAM RESEARCH Corporation; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LAM RESEARCH Corporation is seeking a Tualatin Pilot Manufacturing Project Manager to lead manufacturing programs in a high-tech R&D environment. The role requires developing manufacturing plans, ensuring on-time launches, and coordinating resources.

The ideal candidate will have significant project management experience, a relevant degree, and a knack for cross-functional collaboration. This position offers a hybrid work model combining on-site and remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, with a minimum of 8 years of related experience.
• 6+ years of related experience in project management or program management.
• Experience coordinating cross‑functional teams and influencing stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain executable manufacturing plans.
• Ensure on‑time module launch execution.
• Drive plans to achieve key milestones.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-functional Team Coordination

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant fields

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

The impact you’ll make

The Tualatin Pilot Manufacturing Project Manager is responsible for leading tool‑type‑level manufacturing programs within a high‑tech R&D manufacturing environment. This role coordinates BEN‑level project timelines, resources, and execution plans to meet Lam’s safety, quality, production, and organizational objectives. Project Managers are expected to proactively identify and mitigate risks, enable efficient factory execution, and model Lam’s core values through professional conduct and cross‑functional collaboration.

What you’ll do

Project Planning & Forecasting

• Develop and maintain executable manufacturing plans for modules launched in Pilot Manufacturing.
• Forecast router length, build hours, and resource requirements using historical data.
• Identify risks early, define mitigation plans, and communicate impacts to Management and Order Fulfillment.
• Ensure the accuracy of digital planning tools (e.g., Gantt charts, systems of record).
• Serve as the source of record for capacity and resource requirements.

Launch Readiness

• Own on‑time module launch execution aligned to defined launch milestones.
• Ensure upcoming modules are preloaded into systems of record.
• Coordinate initial release of critical‑path components and confirm factory readiness.
• Support release‑to‑manufacturing decisions through data‑driven readiness inputs.

Work in Progress (WIP) Execution

• Drive plans to achieve key milestones (Integration, Test Start, MCD).
• Rapidly respond to and escalate issues impacting module progress, including material shortages and engineering changes.
• Coordinate across functions to resolve risks, align mitigations, and hold owners accountable.
• Facilitate non‑Pilot personnel work within Pilot Manufacturing as required.
• Support material availability and issuance in partnership with Planning.

Program Sustainment & Transition

• Provide feedback to improve manufacturing processes and operational policies.
• Serve as the Pilot Manufacturing point of contact for cross‑functional team meetings and program development activities.
• Partner with Engineering to ensure transition build deliverables are met in Manufacturing and Test.
• Maintain ongoing risk assessment and escalation for slotted record changes, OBCs, and transition milestones.

Who we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, with a minimum of 8 years of related experience; or Master’s degree with 6+ years’ experience; or equivalent experience.
• 6+ 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 PMP, CAPM, Scrum Master, or 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.