Operations Mgr I

Applied Materials•Austin, TX

3d•$60,000 - $82,500

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. 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. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 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. Learn more about our benefits .

Requirements

Demonstrates understanding and application of guidelines, procedures and processes in own job family
Applies understanding of how own team is impacted by upstream work of other teams
Supervises day-to-day work and participates in the coaching and development of employees
Uses judgment based on practice and precedent to resolve issues related to production schedules and daily priorities
Impacts the quality and timeliness of team’s results and its contribution to team or department goals
Uses tact and diplomacy to exchange information and handle sensitive issues
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.
This position may require standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools.
Additionally, because this position also may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Responsibilities

Supervises employees involved in a variety of production and/or operation functions such as assembly, inspection, test, and/or final test which is related to the manufacturing of the company's capital equipment and systems (electronic, mechanical, electro-mechanical, and/or components, subassemblies and subsystems).
Sets up daily team priorities, develops work schedules and assigns tasks.
Responsible for developing and executing action plans and utilizing Shift Handoffs and designated operations reviews.
Organize and facilitate work team meetings (examples: pre-shift, safety, etc.).
Participates in development and tracking of organization performance metrics.
Responsible for meeting or improving cycle time performance and other metrics.
Coordinates efforts of service and/or customer groups to solicit resources tools, supplies, materials or services to meet production schedules.
Responsible for eliminating safety incidents, improving equipment efficiency, and developing leadership capability and morale on a production line.
Assists in training and career development; manages the performance management process.
Manages the employee selection, hiring, reward and discipline processes.
May participate in the development of the budget to include forecasting manpower requirements and overhead expenditures.
Identifies process and quality changes designed to improve manufacturing or department capabilities.
Drives Lean, Safety and Quality.
Takes corrective action.