PLC Supply Program Manager

The posting, as ASM wrote it

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.

For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Product Life Cycle ( PLC ) Supply Program Manager / (NPME) New Product Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing readiness for new and evolving semiconductor equipment platforms from concept through production release.

In this role, you will serve as a critical link between Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Product Safety, Field Service, and Program Management to ensure new products are manufacturable, scalable, serviceable, and ready for successful customer deployment. You will drive manufacturing deliverables throughout the Product Life Cycle (PLC), ensuring readiness assessments, risk mitigation, process validation, and production launch requirements are completed with objective evidence and measurable results.

The ideal candidate brings strong experience in New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing engineering, risk management, and cross-functional program execution within a complex capital equipment environment.

What You'll Do

Manufacturing Readiness & Product Launch

• Lead manufacturing readiness activities for prototype, Alpha, Beta, and production builds.
• Develop and validate manufacturing assembly processes, test methods, and production workflows.
• Drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) improvements with Engineering teams.
• Ensure tooling, fixtures, manufacturing equipment, factory resources, and training programs are in place before production release.
• Conduct readiness reviews before critical builds, customer shipments, and production launches.
• Capture lessons learned from early builds and drive continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle.

PLC Governance & Tollgate Management

• Own manufacturing deliverables and readiness evidence for Concept, Design, Alpha, Beta, and Production Release milestones.
• Participate in PLC and tollgate reviews, providing objective assessments of manufacturing readiness.
• Ensure release decisions are supported by measurable evidence, risk assessments, and validated processes.
• Identify readiness gaps early and drive action plans to closure.
• Support risk acceptance and exception processes when business conditions require controlled deviations.

Risk Management & Continuous Improvement

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quirements.

• Experience supporting product transitions from prototype through high-volume manufacturing (HVM).
• Experience using ERP, PLM, and MES systems.
• Experience with configuration management and structured BOM control.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 8D, DOE, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Success Profile

The successful candidate will

• Drive manufacturing readiness across all phases of product development.
• Identify and mitigate manufacturing risks before they impact production or customers.
• Deliver objective evidence supporting product release decisions.
• Influence cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence.
• Balance technical rigor, manufacturing efficiency, quality, and business priorities.
• Escalate critical risks when readiness criteria have not been met.

Why Join Us?

Join a team developing next-generation semiconductor equipment and play a key role in bringing innovative products from concept to production. You'll work at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and operations, helping ensure products are built safely, efficiently, and at the highest standards of quality and reliability.

Apply today to be part of what’s next.

We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.

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ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.