Manager - FIB Lab Operations
Company: APPLIED MATERIALS
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: March 23, 2026
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Job Description:
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 Salary: $147,000.00 - $202,500.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA
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 . Weekend - Compressed shift (Fri-Sun
12-hr) Key Responsibilities ?Manage FIB engineers and technicians
in utilizing FIB techniques for semiconductor characterization,
create new FIB methods on advanced semiconductor applications from
logic devices, memory technologies to power semiconductors, front
end to back end Manage, lead, and execute metrology engineering
initiatives by applying advanced characterization expertise,
ensuring all project outcomes are delivered in alignment with
Applied Problem Solving methodology. Lead lab operations management
including tracking and analyzing key operational metrics,
identifying and implementing new metrics to drive lab performance,
strategizing and executing workflow improvements, providing
solutions to enhance lab efficiency and effectiveness Develop and
implement new technology and analytical instrumentation to enhance
lab capabilities and performance, while maintaining hands-on
engagement on tools to create and validate new methods for complex
sample types, support team training, and establish structured
training programs to continuously develop technical skills across
the team Interact with key customers and BU partners to resolve
significantly complex metrology issues across all product lines
Manage escalations by proactively addressing urgent issues, being
flexible to business demands, and supporting cross functional teams
across different shifts outside regular business hours Communicate
effectively across teams and stakeholders by creating and
delivering clear, impactful presentations, sharing technical review
and project updates, lead discussions to align on goal and
execution Generate internal and external documentation for
techniques, lab protocol and procedures Ensure lab operations meet
all safety and IP standards by conducting regular audit, risk
assessments and maintaining compliance documentations Functional
Knowledge Demonstrates in-depth understanding of concepts, theories
and principles in own job family and basic knowledge of other
related job families Business Expertise Applies understanding of
the industry and how own area contributes to the achievement of
objectives Leadership Manages a generally homogeneous team; adapts
plans and priorities to meet service and/or operational challenges
Problem Solving Identifies and resolves technical, operational and
organizational problems Impact Impacts the level of service and the
team’s ability to meet quality, volume, and timeliness objectives
Guided by policies and resource requirements within business unit,
department or sub-function Interpersonal Skills Guides, influences
and persuades others internally in related areas or externally
Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global
Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards
at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of
ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.
Education: Bachelor's Degree Experience: 7 - 10 Years Additional
Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: No 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.
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.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible
to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding
accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the
application process, please contact us via e-mail at
Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help
Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak
to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only
and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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