Company Overview
KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
Partner with manufacturing to perform capacity analysis to support what-if scenarios, forecast changes, planning for production growth, and growth in spares business to support worldwide install base of tools
Collaborate with key partners (purchasing and engineering) to ensure Engineering Change Orders are communicated to and implemented in manufacturing in an efficient and timely way
Understands and maintains critical path of BOMs in area of responsibility and drives engineering to maintain BOM alignment to manufacturing process
Attends and actively participates in manufacturing production status meetings, On-Time-Starts meetings, and all other required meetings
Open, lead, and close work orders timely to ensure correct factory cost absorption
Identify potential supply risks and inventory exposures by reconciling material availability against manufacturing capacity and production plan targets. Develop and drive mitigation plans as necessary
Escalate where and when necessary to management
Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle count activity and promptly resolve variations through reconciliation activity
Engage manufacturing teams and key collaborators in the continuous improvement process to ensure assigned projects are identified, prioritized, and completed to ensure success
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or related field
Five (5) years of Proven experience (low volume high mix preferred) and having supported New Product Introduction and sustaining manufacturing
Strong presentation and clear communication abilities
SAP experience is required
Articulates thoughts, concepts, and ideas concisely in both formal and informal situations
Advanced MS Office skills, understanding of VLOOKUP, Pivot tables, tables, chart reporting, and data sorting
Strong proficiency in organizational and time-management skills
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrates adaptability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment
Motivated: enthusiastic; strives for excellence; continually seeks to improve self and company; ability and strong desire to grow with the company
Ability to support, participate, and simultaneously drive multiple tasks and projects successfully
APICS certification a plus
The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following: 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.
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. 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 talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.