Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Technical Continuous Improvement Expert - V

Applied Materials • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
Applied Materials is seeking a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt who will be responsible for planning, coordinating and executing continuous improvement projects & programs in supply chain and logistics. We are looking for a hands-on expert with strong technical competencies in continuous improvement, statistical toolset, DMAIC, and Lean.

Requirements

• Direct experience with demonstrated success and financial results leading Six Sigma projects in an operations environment.
• Technical expertise of Six Sigma tools and methodologies including DMAIC, DFSS and Lean.
• Effective change agent able to implement strategic initiatives in an organization.
• Effective project management skills and ability to influence senior management.
• Utilize benchmarking to identify best practices, both internal and external to the organization.
• Comfortable presenting findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Ability to lead and influence others within a matrix organization.
• Lead strategic projects while managing risk and resource requirements.
• Ability to effectively coach and mentor Process Owners, Champions and Green Belts.
• Resolves obstacles/roadblocks, serves as a sounding board for problem resolution.
• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explains difficult or sensitive information in an easy-to-understand manner; works to build consensus.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication and presentation skills.
• Adept at observing, assessing and helping team members recognize areas for development.
• Develops strong rapport with those they mentor.
• Bachelor's Degree required (Business/Engineering/Supply Chain)
• Master Black Belt certification required
• 10+ Years of professional experience required
• 5+ Years of Continuous Improvement experience required

Nice To Haves

• Semiconductor industry experience preferred.
• Master’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Drive Continuous Improvement methods to achieve breakthrough improvements in performance metrics in logistics, supply chain and transactional business areas.
• Understand data trends and drive quantified results by designing and deploying analytical systems and processes.
• Drive optimization of the Value Stream by elimination of waste and making flow improvements across or within manufacturing, supply chain and logistics operations.
• Facilitate groups through process mapping, root cause analysis, brainstorming and project planning.
• Lead Kaizen Events and LSS Black Belt level projects within and across operations to optimize performance.
• Coach and oversee successful completion of process improvement projects using LSS methodology.
• Train, mentor and coach Champions and Green Belts in the use of Six Sigma tools and methodology to ensure timely completion of projects with expected client results.
• Employ project management skills related to overall project tracking, deliverables management, action item tracking, meeting minutes, team communications, and presentations.
• Keep stakeholders apprised of project status and defined deliverables.
• Change agent responsible to drive Continuous Improvement projects in complex cross-functional environment.
• Comply with all IP guidelines.
• Comply with all safety procedures and consistently demonstrate safety as a value.

Benefits

• You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers.
• We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.
• At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level