Who We Are
Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.
What We Offer
Location:
Hsinchu,TWNYou’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.
We are looking for a highly self-motivated and technically proficient Project Manager. This role focuses on project management of strategic continuous improvement projects within the Reverse Value Chain (RVC) and Applied Global Services (AGS) segment. This person will engage cross-functionally, identify areas of improvement, and develop and execute projects to support improved efficiency within the RVC. Like the functional teams we work with, our core team members reside in multiple regions around the globe while maintaining a close-knit working business relationship with each other.
Role will be located on-site at Applied Materials' offices in Taoyuan City.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor network performance using data-driven Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Identify and investigate root cause issues impacting the network
- Develop plans and work with global teams to implement process change
- Manage projects to drive network optimization and in support of critical business needs
Education Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical discipline
- GPA requirements 3.0 or above (preferred)
- Lean Six Sigma and Project Management certifications (preferred)
Functional Knowledge
- Very proficient in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables and advanced search functions
- Very proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Proficient in Tableau, MS Power BI
- Knowledge of SAP (preferred)
Business Expertise
- 0-1 years of project management experience, preferably in a process improvement role with large-scale global projects
- Prior experience working in global logistics or supply chain for a large organization (preferred)
- Exceptional prioritization and organization skills
- Experience with statistics, process control, data analytics, and documenting processes
Leadership
- No direct supervisory responsibilities
- Experience working with diverse/global teams
- Self-motivated in working towards outcomes using a proactive “get things done” approach
- Ability to lead without authority, operate within matrix-managed organizations with cross-functional team members
Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, especially with senior leadership
- Interaction required with global teams across multiple disciplines within the company
- Confident with public speaking and virtual interactions
- Positive, can-do attitude; solution-driven focus
Impact
- Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies
- Impacts cross-functional groups through projects and processes development
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
New College GradTravel:
Yes, 20% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
NoApplied 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a technical discipline
- GPA of 3.0 or above
- 0-1 years of project management experience
- Experience in process improvement and large-scale global projects
- Experience working in global logistics or supply chain for a large organization
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and advanced search functions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Proficiency in Tableau and Microsoft Power BI
- Knowledge of SAP
- Experience with statistics, process control, data analytics, and process documentation
- Experience working with diverse global teams and leading without authority
- Excellent communication, presentation, public speaking, and virtual interaction skills
- Lean Six Sigma certification
- Project Management certification
Applied Materials Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Applied Materials and has not been reviewed or approved by Applied Materials.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials emphasize comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health, and wellness programs for employees and families, with coverage beginning on day one in many cases. On-site or virtual care options at major campuses further reinforce the breadth of support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Exempt employees are offered a Flexible Time Off program and U.S. teams observe 11 paid company holidays. These policies are consistently highlighted across official benefits summaries.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan is widely available and presented as a core part of the U.S. package, alongside equity grants in many roles. These ownership elements are positioned as meaningful contributors to total rewards.
Applied Materials Insights
What We Do
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible a better future.
