General Profile: Provides leadership and direction through managers. Is accountable for the performance and results of all production operations (MPO) at the Kalispell, MT site. Executes Worldwide Manufacturing Operations (WMO) business plans and contributes to the development of WMO strategy. Directs and controls all MPO activities.
Key ResponsibilitiesProvides MPO executive leadership supporting WMO, which is accountable for delivering more than ~$20B in annual revenue. Establishes and monitors production using metrics/budgets through systems, and initiates appropriate corrective action as needed and based on results. Establishes and controls project schedules, timelines. Accountable for the on-time delivery of quarterly build plan. Plans and evaluates optimal resource utilization and efficiency of operation to minimize costs while ensuring on-time delivery of product to customers. Is measured on period and burden costs on a per tool basis. Accurately establishes plant capacity and aligns resources with build plan requirements; drives productivity improvement to enable additional capacity. Directs, guides, monitors, and evaluates personnel to accomplish specific production safety (6S) and manufacturing quality goals. Leads continuous improvement efforts and projects to refine production methods and processes supporting the production of quality products that meet customer requirements in the most cost-effective manner. Identifies and pursues new automation and artificial intelligence technologies to improve production, increase efficiency and resource utilization, and maximize profitability. Promotes an environment of cooperation and trust consistent with Applied's core values; communicates organizational status, objectives, and strategy through regular staff meetings and all-hands forums. Actives shapes organization through talent development, mentoring, and performance evaluation; provides leadership, guidance, mentorship, and personal development of his/her direct reports in the areas of daily operational management, systems development, and optimization May provide ownership / leadership for a major project or program (i.e., inventory management, AMPS/Lean, responsiveness / agility). . Identifies process and quality changes designed to improve manufacturing or department capabilities. Drives Lean, Safety and Quality; takes appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
Functional Knowledge- Demonstrates broad and comprehensive understanding of different manufacturing systems, theories, technologies, and practices
Business Expertise- Applies broad industry and commercial awareness to drive financial and operational
Interpersonal Skills- Negotiates and influences the opinions of others at the senior executive level and in external organizations; exercises sensitivity to the audience
Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. Such understanding includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or supply chain operations required; Master's Degree preferred
Experience: 10 - 15 Years
Additional InformationTime Type:Full time
Employee Type:Assignee / Regular
Travel:Yes, 20% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:Yes
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.
