Sr. Director, EPG Manufacturing Operations Leader

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: $180,000.00 - $247,500.00 Location: Austin, TX; Tainan, TWN We encourage learning, development, and growth. You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that empowers teams to push the boundaries of what is possible while learning every day. Key Responsibilities Leads the global Manufacturing Operations function for one or more product groups. Provides executive leadership in the strategic planning, preparation, execution and continuous improvement of all manufacturing operations responsibilities for the assigned business unit. Provides the critical interface with business‑unit executives to ensure the Operations function meets and supports their strategic roadmaps and achieves key operational performance metrics, including delivery of commitments towards customer orders, attainment of financial revenue and gross‑margin targets, and predictable shipped product quality. Accountable to drive improvements in cost, cash, responsiveness/agility and consistency across the manufacturing/supply function in support of the business units. Responsible to develop organizational capability to execute in a distributed manufacturing / contract manufacturing environment. Ensures preparedness and support of assigned business‑unit new product and enhanced product commercialization plans through the global supply base (R&D support and New Product Introduction support). Develops and leads a continuous improvement culture through systemic tools and methodologies to improve quality and EH&S, enhance lead‑time responsiveness and strengthen cash management (inventory) while driving agility initiatives to anticipate cyclical industry inflection points. Provides team leadership and strategies to enhance productivity, employee development, and morale. Responsible for all aspects of site leadership at regional EPG sites. Functional Knowledge Extensive experience in legacy semiconductor capital equipment, including 200mm & below semi tools, MASKAlta, and MASKSigma‑meltec platforms. Broad and comprehensive understanding of different systems, theories, and practices as well as the changing business environment. Leadership Proven strengths in multi‑site global leadership and leading across extensive operations footprints. Leads a business unit, department or sub‑function generally through multiple levels of managers of diverse activities; develops and executes business‑unit strategy to achieve key business objectives. Problem Solving Evaluates key business challenges; directs the development of new or innovative solutions. Rapidly builds credibility and influence across ICAPS, WWOPs, AGS, and GSC to guide optimal decisions for the legacy business; impacts results of segment/function. Interpersonal Skills Influences and negotiates at the top executive levels, with great latitude on outcomes; presents and defends complicated or delicate issues. Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. Demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values. Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technical field required. Master’s degree in Engineering, Technical, Business Administration or other leadership field preferred. Travel 20‑25% travel required. Additional Information Time type: Full time. Employee type: Assignee / Regular. Relocation eligible: Yes for Tainan, Taiwan; no relocation for Austin, Texas. EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Applied Materials, Inc.