Technical Project/Program Manager V (E5)

Applied Materials • Santa Clara, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions, designing, building, and servicing cutting-edge equipment for chip and advanced display manufacturing. The company forms the foundation of the global electronics industry, enabling technologies like AI and IoT. This role is for a Technical Project/Program Manager V (E5) who will drive projects from conception to implementation, with a specific focus on leading the implementation, sustainment, and continuous improvement of the 6S Program across Santa Clara Lab Operations. The position involves managing project schedules, conducting site-wide 6S audits, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and championing visual management and standard work to enhance safety, efficiency, and compliance in complex manufacturing and lab environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Lean / 6S Certification or formal training
• Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field
• Ability to interpret internal/external business challenges and recommend best practices to improve products, processes or services
• Ability to lead others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions
• Ability to impact the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies
• Ability to communicate difficult concepts and negotiate with others to adopt a different point of view

Nice To Haves

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt strongly preferred
• PMP or project management certification is a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepares project plans and drives the project from conception and planning to implementation.
• Will participate in the development of strategies, processes, and resources.
• Leads the implementation, sustainment, and continuous improvement of the 6S Program across Santa Clara Lab Operations, ensuring alignment with corporate standards and site‑specific operational needs.
• Manages project schedule and task details by utilizing project management tools such as reports, tracking charts, checklist and project scheduling software.
• Conducts site-wide 6S audits, develops corrective action plans, and partners with functional owners to ensure timely closure and measurable improvement.
• Coordinates allocated resources from within the Division to achieve on-time and within budget performance objectives for the project.
• Initiates and manages purchase requisitions, and purchase orders.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional teams (Manufacturing, Logistics, Facilities, EHS, Quality) to embed 6S principles into daily operations, engineering labs, and cleanroom environments.
• Drives cost schedule performance of equipment for internal and external customers and vendors worldwide.
• Participates on multifunctional design teams comprised of internal, external and/or matrixed headcount to complete projects.
• Provides technical input to team members to achieve project goals.
• Champions visual management, standard work, floor marking, labeling, and workplace organization to support safety, efficiency, and compliance.
• Interfaces and coordinates within the division to define project objectives, provide status updates and prepare for release and deployment.
• Provides engineering and business process expertise to team and other members on various standard programs / issues.
• Identifies and resolves potential complications within the project and develops solutions for resolution.
• Serves as the program owner for 6S tools and systems (e.g., PowerApps audit tools, SharePoint action trackers), maintaining version control, reporting, and dashboard visibility.
• Facilitates Kaizen events and continuous improvement workshops that integrate 6S principles to reduce waste, improve flow, and sustain operational gains.
• Partners with leadership to ensure 6S behaviors are reinforced through coaching, recognition, and aligned performance expectations.
• Applies 6S methodology to optimize workplace organization, safety, visual controls, and operational flow across complex manufacturing and lab environments.
• Leverages deep knowledge of 6S audit structures, certification standards, and sustainment systems to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services.
• Applies 6S principles to evaluate operational gaps, benchmark industry best practices, and recommend standardized organizational and safety improvements across manufacturing and lab environments.
• Uses 6S audit data and trend analysis to inform strategic decisions that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance operational readiness.
• May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity.
• Leads cross‑functional 6S teams through audit cycles, certification readiness, and sustainment activities, ensuring ownership and accountability at all levels.
• Coaches BU key personnel on 6S expectations, visual management adoption, and standardized work practices to build a culture of operational discipline.
• Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions.
• Leverages 6S methodology to diagnose root causes, implement corrective actions, and drive long‑term solutions to organizational, safety, and process‑flow issues.
• Uses structured 6S tools (e.g., red‑tag analysis, waste identification, visual flow mapping) to develop sustainable improvements in high‑complexity environments.
• Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies.
• Drives measurable improvements in safety, quality, and operational efficiency through consistent application of 6S standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Influences site‑wide performance by ensuring 6S integration into daily operations, project planning, and readiness for customer or internal audits.
• Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view.
• Uses strong communication and influencing skills to advocate for 6S practices, secure cross‑functional buy‑in, and align teams toward common organizational goals.
• Facilitates 6S training, workshops, and improvement events that require clear messaging, change‑management skills, and the ability to drive behavioral adoption.

Benefits

• Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth.
• Programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Participation in a bonus program, as applicable.
• Stock award program, as applicable.

What This Job Offers

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