System Project Manager, Non-Technical Program Manager

Applied Materials

. Execute assigned semiconductor capital equipment and NSO projects from project release through customer shipment .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $68,000 - $93,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management capabilities, effectively coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure project execution, adherence to schedules, and risk management in a semiconductor manufacturing environment. Proficient in maintaining project documentation and facilitating communication among stakeholders to drive accountability and achieve project objectives.

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Project ManagementCross-Functional CoordinationRisk ManagementEffective CommunicationProblem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingBOM ModificationsConfiguration ManagementSchedule Adherence MonitoringContinuous Improvement Initiatives

Soft Skills

OrganizationPrioritizationCollaborationDecision-MakingInfluencing Outcomes

Industry Keywords

Semiconductor Capital EquipmentManufacturing EnvironmentQuality IssuesProduction PrioritizationCustomer Commitment Execution

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute assigned semiconductor capital equipment and NSO projects from project release through customer shipment
Act as the central coordination point across Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Planning, Quality, Configuration Management, and Logistics
Manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive accountability across teams
Develop, maintain, and communicate project schedules, milestones, and deliverable commitments
Coordinate cross-functional activities to achieve project objectives and deadlines
Monitor project performance and schedule adherence, identifying risks, constraints, and recovery actions
Escalate schedule, material, quality, and resource issues that threaten project commitments
Facilitate project reviews, production status meetings, readiness reviews, and milestone checkpoint meetings
Manage project scope changes, configuration updates, BOM modifications, and schedule impacts
Support production prioritization, tool scheduling, and shipment readiness with Manufacturing and Supply Chain
Coordinate risk mitigation, issue resolution, and corrective actions for manufacturing and quality issues
Align project requirements with production capacity and delivery commitments with Master Scheduling and Factory Operations
Maintain accurate project documentation, schedules, action items, and status communications
Provide status updates to management and stakeholders on project health, risks, deliverables, and recovery plans
Support continuous improvement initiatives for project execution, communication, and business processes
Complete preliminary project activities, documentation, technology studies, and data collection for materials and financial resources
Ensure compliance with company policies regarding engineering/lab notebooks, patents, confidentiality, and safety

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong project management, organization, and prioritization skills
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Effective communication and collaboration across diverse functional teams
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Ability to influence outcomes and drive accountability without direct reporting authority
Proactive approach to risk management, issue resolution, and customer commitment execution
Expanded conceptual knowledge in own discipline and broadened capabilities
Understanding of key business drivers
Ability to solve problems in straightforward situations using technical experience, judgment, and precedents
Ability to work in required physical conditions, including standing, walking, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, distinguishing colors, working in noisy environments, and using hand and power tools
Ability to use required personal protective equipment in clean-room environments, including coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields
No supervisory responsibilities; provides informal guidance to new team members

Benefits

Comp & perks

Supportive work culture encouraging learning, development, and career growth
Health and wellbeing programs and support
Comprehensive benefits package
Potential eligibility for bonus compensation
Potential eligibility for stock award program
10% travel
Relocation not eligible