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Talent Acquisition Partner (Contract Role)

Applied Materials


Job Location:

Singapore - Singapore

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 3 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 31 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

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

Location:

SingaporeSGP

Youll 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 possiblewhile 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. Were 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.

Role Overview

We are looking for a high-impact Technical Recruiter (contract role) with deep expertise in semiconductor hiring to support large-scale technician recruitment in Singapore. This role focuses on sourcing and delivering skilled manufacturing talent (e.g. cleanroom technicians equipment technicians operators) at speed to support critical production ramp-ups.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of regional semiconductor talent market thrives in high-volume environments and can deliver high-quality hires under tight timelines.

Key Responsibilities
High-Volume Semiconductor Hiring
  • Manage end-to-end recruitment for semiconductor manufacturing roles including:
    • Equipment Technicians
    • Manufacturing / Production Technicians
    • Cleanroom Operators
    • Maintenance Technicians
  • Deliver against aggressive hiring targets in a fast-paced ramp-up environment.
  • Build ready pipelines for recurring technician positions.
  • Engage passive candidates with relevant semiconductor or cleanroom experience.

Screening & Technical Fit
  • Conduct structured screening to assess:
    • Relevant manufacturing or cleanroom experience
    • Shift flexibility (12-hour shifts rotating schedules)
    • Familiarity with semiconductor processes (e.g. wafer fab assembly & test)
  • Ensure candidates meet operational compliance and safety requirements.
Stakeholder & Plant Partnership
  • Partner closely with hiring managers production leaders and HR to align on headcount plans and urgency.
  • Provide real-time updates on pipeline health hiring risks and market conditions.
  • Act as a trusted advisor on talent availability and hiring strategies.
Speed Efficiency & Process Excellence
  • Drive fast turnaround times from sourcing to offer stage.
  • Manage bulk hiring activities such as walk-in interviews hiring days and recruitment drives.
  • Optimize recruitment workflows to reduce time-to-fill while maintaining quality.
Requirements
  • Proven experience recruiting for semiconductor electronics or high-tech manufacturing roles in Singapore.
  • Strong track record in high-volume hiring and fast delivery environments.
  • Familiarity with technician-level roles in wafer fabrication backend manufacturing or cleanroom operations.
  • Good understanding of Singapore hiring landscape including:
    • Local vs foreign hiring considerations
    • Basic MOM guidelines for workforce hiring
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple requisitions and deliver under tight timelines.
  • Hands-on experience with ATS systems and recruitment metrics tracking.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting major semiconductor clients (e.g. fabs OSAT or equipment manufacturers).
  • Established network within Singapores manufacturing talent pool.
  • Experience organizing mass hiring events or campus hiring (ITE polytechnics).
Key Competencies
  • Speed & execution excellence
  • High-volume hiring capability
  • Market knowledge (Singapore semiconductor talent)
  • Strong sourcing creativity
  • Resilience and adaptability in dynamic environments
Why This Role

This is a critical high-visibility role directly supporting semiconductor production ramp-ups in Singapore. You will play a key role in ensuring workforce readiness enabling manufacturing continuity and delivering talent at scale with speed.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

No

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.


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Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions for the semiconductor, flat panel display and solar photovoltaic (PV) industries.

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