Senior Quality Programs Lead - Semiconductors

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

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.