Production Control Manager

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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. 

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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. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning team to support overall tool delivery, from pre-shortage analysis, material pick-up, material good issue, QN handling, production order rolling up, and cost analysis. 

• Plan and specialize in planning activities involving production control, inventory control, process control, and shop floor control / Material Resources Planning (MRP) integrity

• Lead and coordinate the SAP Production Order release schedule to provide material on time to manufacturing and engineering. Reschedules and/or completes no charge, all discrete jobs as required.

• Reviews MRP execution and ensures accuracy of information; reconciles supply and demand; validates master scheduling and/or PDS requirements. Reviews and ensures proper disposition of Engineering Change Orders (ECOs). Performs regular system maintenance and audits to ensure system accuracy. Prepares status reports of all ECOs and ECRs in process

• Inventory Control – Analyzes usage data and stock levels to order parts to satisfy service levels; maintains inventory levels per plan and expedites shortages; may forecast spare parts needs. Examines material variances, resolves problems where possible, and/or communicates more difficult problems to management. 

• Coordinate or establish production control relevant process. 

• Escalate issues while they impact the tool delivery. Work with ME, MFG, Logistics, Material, and PM teams to come out with the production plan and predictions regularly. 

Requirement

• Strong planning management knowledge

• Ability to manage cross-functional communication

• Capability to drive execution under dynamic business conditions

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Experience in demand planning and inventory management

• Ability to lead and develop a planning team

• Good stakeholder management and escalation handing capability

• Familiar with ERP/MRP system and data analysis tools

• Strong ownership and accountability

• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

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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.