Operations Management Manager

About the role

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering solutions for semiconductors and advanced displays, is hiring an Operations Management Manager in Singapore. The role leads production, project scheduling, resource planning and continuous improvement, and involves mentoring direct reports. It is a full-time position with travel of about 20% of the time.

Key responsibilities

• Establish and monitor production using metrics and budgets, and initiate corrective action when needed
• Set and control project schedules and timelines
• Plan and evaluate resource utilization and operational efficiency to minimize costs and ensure on-time delivery
• Accurately establish plant capacity
• Direct, guide and evaluate personnel to meet production and supply chain goals, following operational, housekeeping (5S) and safety procedures
• Lead continuous improvement projects to refine production methods and processes
• Pursue new technologies that improve production, cycle time, efficiency and profitability
• Work with senior management to align operations with business needs, and provide leadership, mentorship and training to direct reports
• Drive Lean, Safety and Quality initiatives and take corrective action

Required profile

• In-depth understanding of concepts in the job family and basic knowledge of related areas
• Understanding of the industry and how the area contributes to business objectives
• Ability to manage a generally homogeneous team and adapt plans to operational challenges
• Ability to identify and resolve technical, operational and organizational problems
• Ability to influence and persuade internally and externally
• Compliance with Applied Materials' global Standards of Business Conduct

The role may require standing for long periods, working in tight spaces, lifting, and using hand and power tools. Because it may involve a clean room, personal protective equipment such as coveralls, hoods, boots, safety glasses, gloves, respirators and face shields may be required.