Analytical Lab Hardware Manager (FIB & TEM)

About the role

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.

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

Requirements

• 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
• 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

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