Analytical Lab Hardware Manager

Who We Are

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. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$115,000.00 - $158,500.00

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

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. 

General Profile: Manage the day-to-day service and maintenance of FIB, TEM, SEM and other supporting equipment and provide direct supervision to technicians, engineers and individual contributors (jobs that could be on the C, O, T or B/E band). Requires in-depth knowledge and experience in metrology equipment, electro-mechanical, optical and chemical delivery systems and the supporting equipment such as coater, chiller, and pumps. 

Key Responsibilities

Hire, train and develop a team of technicians to perform tool installation, preventative maintenance, as well as any necessary troubleshooting and repair, and manage consumables of metrology tools and supporting equipment. 

Actively participate in tool installation planning with Safety and Design teams and OEM vendors. Solve issues, or work with cross functional teams to address any install and logistics issues identified.  

Own tool uptime, PM schedule and service contracts for metrology tool platforms

Track and report operational key results (OKR) such as tool health, tool availability, MTBF, and MTTR

Maintain SOPs of preventive maintenance, training records and safety documentation for hardware team

Procure and manage consumable inventory.

Create fishbone diagram of tool failures and SPC charts of tool stability

Drive continuous service improvement and escalation with OEM supplier

Understand SEMI standards and cleanroom protocols

Functional Knowledge

• Works on issues where analysis of situation or data requires review of relevant factors
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation habits

Business Expertise

• Develop and execute objectives with goals and the process by which to meet goals.
• Recommends improvement plan and changes on operation efficiency.

Leadership

• Provides direction to direct reports according to policies and management guidance.
• Administers company policies that directly affect direct reports.

Problem Solving

• Ability to prioritize competing requests in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills in solving technical, quality or process related problems.
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action.

Impact

• Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results will impact business unit’s development cycle.

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong cross-function communication skills with process engineers
• Strong communication skills with direct report, peers and management
• Interaction normally requires the ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules.

Applied Materials

• Always Understand and comply with the Applied Materials Global Standards of Business. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

Education: 

• BSEE or BSME

Experience: 

• 10 years or more of managerial experience

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.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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