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: Rehovot,ISR You’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. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you are responsible for developing and maintaining methods, operating sequences, and processes in the fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. You'll work closely with other engineering functions to coordinate the release of product improvements and new products, and you'll use engineering principles to estimate and reduce manufacturing costs, improve product quality, determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements. Your expertise in lean principles, automation, and continuous improvement will be instrumental in driving operational excellence and achieving higher levels of productivity and cost-effectiveness. You'll develop and use test procedures, evaluate test results, and assess work methods, procedures, and policies to identify root cause issues and solutions that ensure operational success. Manufacturing Systems & Operational Excellence TL We are looking for a strong operational leader to lead our Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Technical Documentation, and Operational Excellence team. In this role, you will own the connection between manufacturing systems, production execution, and technical documentation while leading a multidisciplinary team responsible for process execution, system improvements, technical writing, data integrity, and operational excellence initiatives Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a team responsible for MES processes, operational excellence initiatives, reporting, and manufacturing systems support. Drive manufacturing process improvements and system enhancements. Lead cross-functional initiatives focused on MES, Automation, Data Analytics, and Operational Excellence across Operations and Engineering organizations. Ensure data integrity and process compliance across manufacturing systems. Develop KPIs, dashboards, and analytics tools (Power BI / Tableau). Drive AI and automation initiatives to improve productivity. Collaborate with global teams in the US and India. Lead the Technical Writing team from hiring and onboarding through performance, quality, and execution excellence. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering & Management, Information Systems, or a related technical field. Leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, manufacturing systems, or operational excellence. 4+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing, operations, manufacturing systems, or operational excellence. Strong knowledge of MES and enterprise systems (ERP/PLM). Experience leading cross-functional teams. Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools. Fluent English. Advantage SAP ME / SAP ERP. Semiconductor or complex manufacturing environment. Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement. AI and automation implementation experience. What We Are Looking For Strong leadership and people management capabilities. Manufacturing operations and production execution expertise. Strategic thinker with strong execution and change leadership skills. Ability to influence stakeholders and drive data-driven decisions. Ownership mindset and confidence working with senior management. Why Join Us? Lead a high-impact team driving manufacturing systems and operational excellence. Collaborate globally and help shape the future through analytics, AI, and automation. Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: No Relocation Eligible: No Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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