Ramp Management AGS

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Position Summary

Applied Materials is seeking an experienced Equipment Ramp Coordinator to support the successful startup and scaleup of a new semiconductor fabrication facility in Dresden for one of our most strategic global customers. This role is critical to ensure a smooth ramp of equipment and processes during fab startup and following highvolume manufacturing ramp.

The Ramp Management team within Applied Materials AGS plays a critical role in supporting the Field Service Organization through comprehensive rampup analysis and operational readiness planning.

This role also requires high mobility and adaptability as ramp schedules are closely tied to customer and operational needs.

This is a permanent full-time role requiring on-site presence in Dresden Germany.

Key Responsibilities

Overall:

• Own end-to-end fab ramp execution serving as the central coordination point between customers and Applied Materials organizations to ensure on-time risk-mitigated delivery aligned with aggressive customer ramp schedules.
• Coordinate new fab ramp activities across multiple Applied Materials product groups and functions
• Serve as the primary interface between the customer and Applied Materials ramp stakeholders
• Align headcount readiness according move-in schedule with Applied Materials stakeholders
• Ensure execution of change management during rapid tool order and configuration changes
• Support problem resolution related to logistics assembly documentation and media availability
• Facilitate regular ramp reviews readiness meetings and executive updates

Pre-Ramp Phase:

• Readiness Review: Conduct comprehensive reviews of ramp readiness focusing on safety documentation procedures and logistic support.
• Checklist Compliance: Ensure all pre-ramp activities comply with ramp checklists.
• Coordination: Collaborate with relevant departments to ensure all necessary preparations are in place before ramp-up begins.
• Documentation Verification: Verify that all necessary documentation including safety protocols installation procedures and logistic plans are complete and up to date.
• Resource Allocation: Ensure that all required resources including personnel equipment and materials are available and properly allocated.

Execution Phase:

• Status Updates: Monitor and assess the status of the ramp-up process using standardized check lists
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and work with the service manager to develop and implement recovery plans including actions owners and timelines.
• Control and Oversight: Maintain control over the execution phase ensuring adherence to customer safety and quality standards.
• Real-Time Problem Solving: Address any issues that arise during the ramp-up process in real-time ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Progress Tracking: Track the progress of parallel installation activities against the project timeline and customer milestones.

Performance Monitoring:

• KPI Review: Regularly review measurable KPIs related to safety quality cycle time and cost. Analyze performance data/ KPIs to identify trends root causes of issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Reporting: Prepare and present weekly and monthly review reports following the established review template.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement and implement changes to enhance the ramp-up process to high level of quality
• Benchmarking: Compare performance metrics against industry standards and best practices to ensure competitive performance.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders including customers service managers and internal teams.
• Issue Resolution: Address any issues or concerns promptly and effectively ensuring minimal disruption to the ramp-up process.
• Feedback Loop: Establish a feedback loop with the installation team to gather insights and suggestions for process improvements.
• Customer Interaction: Act as the primary point of contact for customers during the ramp-up phase ensuring their requirements and expectations are met.
• The ability to adapt and mature in the role thrive inhighly structuredenvironments and confidentially transition to a more independent customer facing workstyle once trained
• Be curious resilient and growth-oriented motivated by long-term development global experience andbuild deep technicalexpertise
• Professional and clear communication skills and the ability to follow structured procedures
• Willingness to travel internationally to learn ramp scenarios on different sites

Logistics and Resource Management:

• Resource Review: Regularly review manpower requirements based on the latest installation plans and schedules.
• Resource Optimization: Coordinate with the installation team for resource planning and address resource gaps if necessary. Optimize resource utilization to ensure cost-effective and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelors/masters degree in engineering preferably with a major in Industrial Engineering Project Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in equipment installation project management or a similar role within the semiconductor industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills excellent communication and coordination abilities and proficiency in using project management tools and software.
• Relevant project management certifications are a plus.
• Experience in equipment installation chain logistics / shipment / assembly / hookup / startup
• Experience in international new FAB ramp-up and tool move-in start up project organization
• EQ installation planning / manpower resource planning
• Basic understanding of related Semi and EU specs/ standards and involved Applied Materials products
• Detailed technical knowledge (hands-on) in at least one frontend equipment application

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