ACE Quality Manager

Applied Materials•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Requires in-depth knowledge and experience of Mfg and Quality Operations. Provides leadership to have a sustained Quality Culture that is continually improving. Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services. Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions. Works independently, receives minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Utilizes strong internal organizational relationships to foster cross organizational collaboration to drive continuous improvement solutions

Requirements

Familiar with Applied product and service, Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines
Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles within own job family and knowledge of other related job families
Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
Applies in-depth understanding of how own discipline integrates within the segment/function
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements. Capable of using historical relationships within the corporation to foster strong collaboration. Recognizes teams members strengths and weaknesses and supports individuals ongoing growth as professionals.
Manages multiple related teams, sets organizational priorities and allocates resources
Identifies and resolves complex technical, operational and organizational problems
Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
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
Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. Capable to step into a team environment and guide the team to a state of collaboration when defensive or aggressive behaviors arise.
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.

Responsibilities

Manages the application of quality/ reliability activities in administrative areas with focus on consulting with operating units to ensure continuous improvement.
Evaluates current operations for performance against quality standards.
Provides inputs and recommendations for the adoption of good quality practices in engineering and manufacturing.
Provides leadership and support to subordinates in meeting quality assurance system requirements
Selects, trains, evaluates and manages employees to ensure the efficient operations of the function.