Senior Manufacturing Programs Lead

Hardware FYI; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials seeks a Manufacturing Program Manager to lead high-impact manufacturing and operational initiatives across factory execution, prioritizing organizational objectives. The role interfaces with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Business Units to drive execution and resolve barriers.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong project management, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to influence outcomes among diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects or programs in a manufacturing, engineering, operations, or supply chain environment.
• Typical experience range of 3–7 years in relevant roles.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities across functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate project plans and ensure deliverables meet timelines and budgets.
• Drive project deliverables using reports, tracking charts and checklists.
• Align resources across the business unit to achieve on-time, within-budget performance.
• Monitor cost performance and report to the business unit.
• Participate in intra business unit design teams to advance project goals.
• Investigate obstacles and implement resolution strategies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Planning

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Multi-priority management

Problem solving

Decision making

Relationship building

Influencing without authority

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, Supply Chain, or related

Tools

SAP

Job description

Applied Materials seeks a Manufacturing Program Manager to lead high-impact manufacturing and operational initiatives across factory execution, prioritizing organizational objectives. The role interfaces with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Business Units to drive execution and resolve barriers.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong project management, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to influence outcomes among diverse stakeholders.