Plans and evaluates optimal resource utilization and efficiency of operation to minimize costs and allow for on-time delivery of product to customers. Accurately establishes plant capacity.
Directs, guides, monitors, and evaluates personnel to accomplish specific production and supply chain goals consistent with established operational, housekeeping (5S), and safety procedures and processes. Engage in problem solving in complex situations and process improvements in streamlining work processes.
Leads continuous improvement efforts and projects to refine production methods and processes to produce quality products that meet customer requirements in the most cost-effective manner.
Identifies and pursues new and complex technologies to improve production and cycle time, increase efficiency and resource utilization and maximize profitability.
Works closely with members of Senior and Executive Management to align overall operations development with business needs/opportunities. Promotes an environment of cooperation and trust.
Provides senior leadership, guidance, mentorship, and personal development of his/her direct reports in the areas of daily operational management, systems development, and optimization. And ensures that all direct reports are sufficiently skilled and trained to perform their functions in a high-quality and efficient manner.
Identifies process and quality changes designed to improve manufacturing or department capabilities. Drives Lean, Safety and Quality. Takes corrective action.
Functional Knowledge
Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles within own job family and knowledge of other related job families
Business Expertise
Applies in-depth understanding of how own discipline integrates within the segment/function
Leadership
Manages multiple related teams, sets organizational priorities and allocates resources
Problem Solving
Identifies and resolves complex technical, operational and organizational problems
Impact
Impacts the business results of a team or area by supporting and funding of projects, products, services and/or technologies and developing policies and plans
Guided by business unit, department or sub-functional business plans
Interpersonal Skills
Influences others internally and externally, including senior management
Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.
Operations Manager – MPS Alta Hillsboro Oregon
Position Summary
The Operations Manager is responsible for leading all operational activities related to the supply chain and procurement, manufacturing, product quality, and cost control.
The role ensures safe, efficient, and profitable operations while meeting customer requirements for quality, delivery, equipment performance, and regulatory compliance.
The Operations Manager serves as the bridge between engineering, production, field service, supply chain, quality, and customers to ensure operational excellence
Key Roles and Responsibilities
1. Manufacturing & Production Operations
Responsibilities
Lead daily manufacturing operations for mask equipment platforms.
Ensure production schedules are achieved on time and within budget.
Monitor equipment build progress and resolve production bottlenecks.
Drive capacity planning to support customer demand.
Optimize manufacturing workflows and resource utilization.
Ensure adherence to work instructions, engineering specifications, and quality standards.
Key Deliverables
On-time equipment delivery
Production throughput
Manufacturing efficiency improvements
Reduced cycle times
2. Supply Chain & Procurement Management
Responsibilities
Cooperate with Supply chain teams to insure supplier performance – in terms of product on time delivery, quality and cost.
Coordinate inventory management and safety stock policies.
Resolve material shortages impacting production schedules.
Key Deliverables
Material availability
Supplier quality improvements
Inventory optimization
Cost savings
3. Installation & Customer Deployment
Responsibilities
Manage factory acceptance testing (FAT) activities.
Coordinate shipment, installation, and customer acceptance processes.
Key Deliverables
Successful customer acceptance
4. Quality Management
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and semiconductor industry standards.
Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
Drive continuous quality improvements.
Manage nonconforming material processes.
Support customer audits and supplier audits.
Implement reliability improvement programs.
Key Deliverables
Reduced Non conformances
Improved product reliability
Audit compliance
Lower cost of poor quality
5. Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Deploy Operational Excellence initiatives.
Reduce manufacturing cycle times.
Improve labor productivity.
Eliminate waste from operational processes.
Develop KPI dashboards.
Key Deliverables
Productivity gains
Cost reduction
Process standardization
6. Financial & Budget Management
Responsibilities
Develop operational budgets.
Monitor manufacturing costs.
Manage operational and facilities expenditures.
Support forecasting and revenue planning.
Identify opportunities for margin improvement.
Ensure achievement of operational financial targets.
Key Deliverables
Gross margin improvement
Cost control
7. Facilities & Infrastructure Management
Responsibilities
Oversee facility operations supporting manufacturing, integration, and testing activities.
Ensure availability and reliability of critical infrastructure systems, including:
Cleanrooms (ISO/Class-rated environments)
Chilled water systems
Compressed dry air (CDA)
Process gases
Power distribution and UPS systems
Fire detection and suppression systems
Key Deliverables
Facility uptime >99%
Cleanroom compliance
Successful facility expansion projects
Reduced energy consumption
Safe working environment
8. Team Leadership & People Management
Responsibilities
Lead manufacturing, planning, and logistics teams.
Establish performance objectives and development plans.
Build a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Support workforce planning and talent development.
Key Deliverables
Employee engagement
Low turnover
Leadership development
Succession planning
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Operational KPIs
On-Time Delivery (OTD)
Manufacturing Cycle Time
Equipment Build Schedule Adherence
Factory Throughput
Capacity Utilization
Quality KPIs
Non-Conformance Rate
Financial KPIs
Gross Margin
Operational spend Vs targets
Competencies
Technical Knowledge
Semiconductor manufacturing equipment – preferably Mask Print systems background
Leadership Skills
Strategic planning
Cross-functional leadership
Decision making
Conflict resolution
Change management
Operational Skills
Manufacturing daily operations
Lean Manufacturing
Supply Chain Management
Production Planning
Quality Systems
ERP/MRP Systems (Preferably SAP background)
Additional Information
Time Type
Full time
Employee Type
Assignee / Regular
Travel
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible
No
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
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