Sr. Manager, Quality Manufacturing

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics,and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations.We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while activelysupporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

TheSenior Manager, Quality manages the manufacturing quality teams within two North American manufacturing locations. The quality function works closely with the manufacturing and engineering functions within the respective sites to drive quality into the build and verification processes, adjusting inspection and control systems to address risks and deliver continuous improvement. You will collaborate closely with counterparts in product development, supply chain, and field quality operations to fully understand performance from upstream suppliers to downstream field installations.

• Manage a team of professional Quality Engineers and Analysts across two manufacturing facilities.
• Define KPIs and targets for Manufacturing Quality aligned with factory management priorities and initiatives.
• Identify deficiencies and areas for development in the Quality Management System and lead the teams in selecting methods and techniques to address gaps.
• Drive the development of methods and procedures for inspecting and verifying the effective execution of documented assembly and test procedures on factory output, delegating assignments to subordinates.
• Apply experience and advanced skills in the analysis of factory quality data to drive improvement in operational excellence in execution.
• Study field installation data to identify trends and implement updates or changes to manufacturing quality defect detection processes to reduce/eliminate escapes.
• Responsible for monitoring the quality of investigations and RCCA (Root Cause/Corrective Action) conducted by subordinate QEs and stakeholders (Product Groups and Supply Chain) ensuring high probability that issues will not recur.
• Coach Quality Engineers on their assigned tasks and professional development to ensure team growth in both capability and maturity.
• Represent the site in quality operations reviews and QMS assessments (e.g. ISO 9001)projecting a strong and effective quality management system.
• Lead response to factory escalations requiring cross-functional coordination and subject matter expert consultation.
• Participate in global manufacturing quality network, sharing and adopting best practices with and from other sites.

• Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering, or equivalent. An advanced degree is preferred.
• Twelve (12) years of experience in a similar role, supporting a manufacturing quality environment.
• Five (5) years of experience managing teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Possess strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated resilience and success working in a global high-tech, matrixed, and highly dynamic environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Domestic travel: 20%.

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories - On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. 'On-site Flex' you'll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. 'Virtual Flex' you'll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

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