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Manager, Operations Management (Fab experiences)

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Job ID
R2616235
Date posted
04/02/2026
Location
Singapore, Singapore
Category
Manufacturing

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

Location:

Singapore,SGP

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. 

As Manager, Operations Management in R&D, you will provide leadership and operational management for R&D manufacturing activities, with primary responsibility forlot management, capacity planning, and execution forecastingin a development environment. You will also end the end-to-end coordination of wafer flow to ensure timely execution of experiments, development builds, and learning cycles. Manages and develops a team of technicians to deliver disciplined execution, data integrity, and predictable outcomes while partnering closely with Process Engineering, Integration, and Planning teams. timely delivery of R&D milestones.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ownsdaily, weekly, andlongrangelot planning and forecastingfor R&D development and manufacturing activities to meet experiment and programobjectives. 

  • Manageswafer starts, WIP, priorities, andlotmovementacross process, metrology, and inspection areas to ensure schedule adherence. 

  • Leads and supervises a team of technicians, includingworkassignment, shift coverage, performance coaching, and skill development. 

  • Translatedevelopment priorities and experiment plans into executableshopfloorschedules and technician tasking. 

  • Tracks execution metrics (WIP aging, cycle time,ontimedelivery) and proactivelyidentifiesrisks to development milestones. 

  • Coordinates with Process Engineering and Integration teams to alignDOE execution, split management, and wafer disposition. 

  • Ensures proper escalation and resolution of lot issues, abnormal conditions, and execution constraints. 

  • Drives continuous improvement inlot flow, dispatching rules, and execution efficiencywithin the R&D environment. 

  • Reviews execution data and provides clear status reporting to stakeholders on progress, risks, and recovery actions.

  • Monitor equipment health and inline data to ensureproductivity 

People Leadership & Team Management

  • Manages a group of technicians responsible for process support, metrology, inspection, and experimental execution.

  • Sets clear expectations for execution discipline, data quality, and safety compliance.

  • Conducts regular coaching, feedback, and development discussions to build technical and operational capability.

  • Supports onboarding,crosstraining, and succession planning to ensure team flexibility and coverage.

  • Promotes a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

  • Ensures team compliance withApplied Materials EHS, cleanroom, chemical handling, and contamination control requirements.

  • Enforces process discipline and data integrity standards across all execution activities.

  • Reviews and approves Quality Notifications related to execution deviations orlotissues.

  • Proactivelyidentifiesoperational risks anddrivescorrective and preventive actions.

Functional Knowledge

  • Strong understanding ofwafer fabrication flows, R&D execution models, and development cycle management.

  • Working knowledge of lot dispatching, WIP control, forecasting methodologies, andexecutionKPIs.

  • Ability to balance competing priorities in afastchangingdevelopment environment whilemaintainingexecution rigor.

  • Conducts thorough analyses toidentifyexecution deficiencies, capacity constraints, and opportunities for operational enhancement

Interpersonal & Communication Skills

  • Communicates clearly with Process Engineers, Integration Leads, and Planning teamsregardingexecution status and priorities.

  • Provides concise operational updates, forecasts, and risk assessments to management and stakeholders.

  • Leads effective shift handovers andcrossshiftcoordination to ensure continuity of execution.

  • Influences without authority across functional teams to drive alignment and outcomes.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

  • Operates within cleanroom and laboratory settings,utilizingexpertisein cleanroom protocols and adherence to safety standards.

  • Regular presence on the production floor to support execution, issue resolution, and team engagement.

Qualifications

  • Diploma orBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.

Years of Experience

  • 3–5years in semiconductor manufacturing or R&D operations, with priorpeople managementexperience preferred.

Work Experience

  • Experience inwaferfabs, with strong exposure to lot management, forecasting, and execution control.

  • Prior Applied Materials environment or similar advanced semiconductor manufacturing experience is an advantage.

Work Location:

  • Science Park II (Moving to Tampines in end 2026)

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

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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