Master Scheduler

To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.

Group/Division

KLA has manufacturing sites worldwide. The Global Operations (GOPS) team, comprised of Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Installation and Quality, builds our leading-edge technology. GOPS partners with KLA's global supply base and design engineering teams to develop new products, working continuously to build better, faster and more cost-efficient solutions.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.

We are looking for a Master Scheduler to the Master Scheduling process for our largest divisions in Headquarter, Milpitas. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, a combination of business savvy, robust business partnership skills, and rich knowledge of manufacturing operations process/master scheduling to support our ramp in business. We are looking for an individual who can lead by example and demonstrate leadership quality to our executive team. Life here is exciting, and our teams thrive on tackling hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for proactive master production schedule planning which aligns with factory capacity, material availability, customer expectation, and financial goals
• Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, Sales, Marketing, & Engineering to optimize our slot plan efficiency and reliability; be able to understand constraints/limitation and constantly provide strategic proposal to Operation executives
• Outstanding presentation skill as this role requires to lead weekly GM meeting & Operations meetings to monitor the status of production and strategize for success
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure our business is positioned for long term success
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Degree in Business Administration, Business Operations, Supply Chain, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in Master Scheduling, Manufacturing Operations, Finance, or with relevant experience in Supply Chain
• Hands on knowledge in SAP and Power BI
• Proficiency in analytical and reporting tools (MS Excel, Tableau)
• Team player with a positive attitude, strong sense of ownership, and analytical mindset
• Relentless hustle: Willing go above and beyond to deliver results
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to distill large amounts of data into coherent summarized written and oral presentations with appropriate context
• Able to build and maintain productive relationships with peers and cross functional teams, multi-task and drive actions to completion under deadlines
• Able to work under limited supervision; previous coaching experience is preferred

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years

About KLA

We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.

Total Rewards

Base Pay Range: $115,600.00 - $169,533.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.
Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Use of AI Statement 

At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person—is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.

Equal Opportunity Statement

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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