Program Manager – Non Technical

Applied Materials

. Provide dedicated onsite support at a Malaysian contract manufacturer for Applied NEXX ramp execution and future business stability .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeKulim • MalaysiaSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and execution strategy, with a focus on production readiness, material management, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to lead complex projects, resolve manufacturing issues, and ensure compliance with specifications and timelines.

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Project ManagementProduction ReadinessCross-Functional CollaborationProblem SolvingStakeholder Communication

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing Constraints ManagementMaterial Status MonitoringTool Build ExecutionRisk ManagementDocumentation MaintenanceQuality AssuranceCapacity MonitoringECO DispositionSupplier Commitment ManagementExecution Strategy Development

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingPersuasionOwnership

Tools & Technologies

Hand ToolsPower ToolsPersonal Protective Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Contract ManufacturingProduction Line MaturitySupply Chain ManagementEngineering CollaborationQuality Team Partnership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide dedicated onsite support at a Malaysian contract manufacturer for Applied NEXX ramp execution and future business stability
Manage day-to-day onsite execution, production readiness, material status, manufacturing constraints, and action items for active and planned tool builds
Lead daily production-floor scrums with the supplier and Applied stakeholders
Identify problems, assign owners, resolve shortages, and remove barriers to committed ship dates
Establish and maintain a single source of truth for tool-by-tool readiness, CTB status, long-lead materials, purchase orders, supplier commitments, configuration alignment, ECO disposition, and schedule risks
Proactively escalate material, quality, engineering, planning, purchasing, and manufacturing issues
Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, planning, and quality teams to support ramp-up to multi-tool-per-quarter output
Monitor contract manufacturer capacity, staffing, second-shift readiness, training plans, layout constraints, and production-line maturity
Promote disciplined project management, clear ownership, communication cadence, and proactive execution
Ensure resources and attention are allocated to meet NEXX required dates
Coordinate with Applied Singapore and Malaysia teams for support
Define program objectives, milestones, ownership, and resource plans for onsite execution
Ensure programs meet requirements for schedule, product/process specifications, cost, resource utilization, and risk closure
Maintain documentation, status reporting, and cross-functional communication across Applied NEXX, the contract manufacturer, and supporting teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree
10–15 years of experience
Recognized as an expert within the company and technical expert in the relevant field
In-depth and/or broad expertise in own discipline and broad knowledge of related disciplines
Experience leading complex projects with notable risk and developing execution strategy
Ability to solve unique and complex problems with broad business impact
Ability to anticipate business and regulatory issues and recommend improvements
Ability to communicate complex ideas, anticipate objections, and persuade senior stakeholders
Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, work in tight spaces, bend, squat, twist, kneel, reach, and lift
Ability to distinguish between colors
Ability to work in a noisy environment
Ability to use hand and power tools
Ability to work in a clean room and use required personal protective equipment
Willingness and ability to travel 50% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Supportive work culture encouraging learning, development, and career growth
Employee health and wellbeing programs and support
Relocation eligible