Quality Program Manager

Lam Research Salzburg GmbH; Fremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Flex

Hybrid/Remote options

Job summary

Lam Research in Fremont, CA seeks a Quality Program Manager to drive cross‑functional quality programs, accelerate 8D cycle time reduction, and translate data trends into measurable improvements. You’ll work across Quality, Engineering, SET, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Suppliers to strengthen end‑to‑end quality.

This high‑visibility role contributes to multi‑million‑dollar cost savings and supports data‑driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years in Quality, Manufacturing, Operations, or Program Management; or Master’s with 8+ years; or PhD with 5+ years.
• Semiconductor industry experience highly desired.
• Deep knowledge of 8D/RCCA, failure analysis, supplier quality, KPI driven performance management.
• Proven ability to define problem statements and drive data‑driven decisions.
• Strong experience leading cross‑functional teams and executive reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and sustain quality strategic initiatives with clear milestones and risk management.
• Partner with Quality and analytics teams to track KPIs and deliver executive reporting.
• Drive alignment across Quality, Engineering, SET, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Suppliers.
• Facilitate cross‑functional teams to address systemic quality issues and proactive risk prevention.
• Collaborate with Install & Warranty and Inventory program managers to analyze data trends for improvements.
• Expand Cost of Quality maturity by correlating data to identify hidden costs.
• Lead multiple initiatives with strong organizational, prioritization, and time management.

Skills

Quality program management

KPI tracking

Cross-functional leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Executive communication

Data analysis

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quality/Engineering

Master’s degree or PhD (optional)

Tools

Power BI

Statistical analysis tools

Job description

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipmentthat drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible. Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration. The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities. Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Quality Program Manager

Date: Jul 27, 2026

Location: Fremont, CA, US, 94538

Worker Category: On-site Flex

The group you’ll be a part of

In the Global Products Group, we are dedicated to excellence in the design and engineering ofLam's etch and deposition products. We drive innovation to ensure our cutting‑edge solutionsare helping to solve the biggest challenges in the semiconductor industry.

The impact you’ll make

This role will have a high‑profile presence within the Deposition Product Group (DPG) and will drive measurable improvements in business operations through strong quality program management and sustained execution of strategic quality initiatives. The individual will lead cross‑functional quality programs, accelerate 8D cycle time reduction, improve supplier failure analysis effectiveness, and proactively transition DPG quality execution. This role will directly contribute to multi‑million‑dollar cost savings that will be reinvested into future growth, product development, and data‑driven business decision‑making, while reducing customer‑visible risk.

What you’ll do

• Lead and sustain quality strategic initiatives, owning execution cadence, milestones, risk management, and measurable outcomes across assigned programs.
• Partner with Quality stakeholders and the analytics team to track and manage key KPIs, quality program critical deliverables, identify trends and gaps, and deliver clear, executive ‑ level reporting.
• Drive alignment across Quality, Engineering, SET, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Suppliers to improve end ‑ to ‑ end quality performance.
• Facilitate and lead cross ‑ functional teams (CFTs) to address systemic quality issues and accelerate the transition from reactive issue management to proactive risk prevention.
• Collaborate with Install & Warranty and Inventory program managers to analyze data trends and patterns, driving targeted improvements in key performance indicators.
• Expand the impact and maturity of Cost of Quality by correlating I&W data, ECOGS, and quality events to identify causal relationships and uncover hidden costs across the network.
• Lead and/or advise on multiple concurrent initiatives, demonstrating strong organizational, prioritization, and time ‑ management skills in a fast ‑ paced environment.

Who we’re looking for

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Operations, or Program Management; Master’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience; or PhD with 5+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent practical experience and/or PDR experience.
• Semiconductor industry experience highly desired.
• Deep working knowledge of 8D / RCCA methodologies, failure analysis, supplier quality processes, and KPI ‑ driven performance management, with demonstrated ability to manage high ‑ complexity workloads in fast ‑ paced environments.
• Proven ability to define clear problem statements and objectives, develop structured analytical approaches, and execute data ‑ driven analyses to drive decisions and outcomes.
• Strong experience leading cross ‑ functional teams, demonstrating effective leadership, influence, and accountability to deliver results.
• Extensive knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies, statistical analysis, and quality systems.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to present conclusions, insights, and recommendations clearly to senior leadership.
• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills, capable of engaging audiences at multiple organizational levels.
• Willingness and ability to benchmark and adapt best practices to continuously improve quality execution.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor fabrication, semiconductor equipment operations, or closely related industries is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to improve and evolve processes and methodologies for capturing, structuring, interpreting, and using data effectively.
• Proven success applying structured problem ‑ solving methodologies and quality tools to resolve complex, multi ‑ variable problems.
• Hands ‑ on experience with structured problem ‑ solving frameworks such as PDCA, DMAIC, and 8D, including practical application of quality tools.
• Knowledge of Power BI dashboard creation and strong data analytics capabilities are a strong advantage

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.

CA San Francisco Bay Area Salary Range for this position: $114,000.00 - $253,000.00.

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.

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