Sr. Mgr, Quality Programs

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipment that drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.

Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

Date:
Sep 3, 2026

Location:

Fremont, CA, US, 94538

Worker Category:
On-site Flex

Lam’s Global Quality Team, and a key contributor to achieving Lam’s Quality Vision via successful execution of cross functional Quality programs.

As a Program Manager at Lam, you’re not just overseeing projects, you’re owning the key critical quality programs. You will also be responsible for leading and expanding the 8D program  is Lam’s primary mechanism for resolving nonconformances identified in products and services. You’ll combine your problem-solving expertise and semiconductor technical knowledge to further Lam’s vision and goals for sustainable problem solutions and customer satisfaction.

• Optimize the design, deployment, execution, and measurement of Lam’s Key Quality Programs.
• Ensure successful resolution of nonconformances to positively impact Lam’s customers.
• Proactively use nonconformance data analysis to improve manufacturing practices and supplier part quality and decrease Cost of Poor Quality.
• Influence and enhance Lam's Quality culture by advocating for strong problem-solving skills across the organization.
• Perform assessments and audits of in-flight 8D records and improve outcomes via coaching or mentoring record owners toward successful resolution, including recurrence prevention across global sites.
• Perform data analysis to understand root causes of cycle time completion delays and below-target audit scores; collaborate with stakeholders for developing solutions.

• 15 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree, 12 years of experience with a master’s degree or 8 years of experience with a Ph.D.
• BA/BS degree in a STEM field and/or Quality Management.
• Experience as a Project/Program Manager with escalating responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability in advanced structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, PDCA), Lean Six Sigma, and other established quality tools.
• Experience in successfully leading others in structured problem-solving methodologies and the use of quality tools to solve complex problems.
• Knowledge and application of change management methodologies across a global organization is required.

• Knowledge of and experience working with semiconductor device properties, product development, and manufacturing processes is highly desired.
• Experience in Quality Management, Product Development/Engineering, Manufacturing, or Customer Service is a plus.
• ISO 9001:2015…