NSO PM, Non-Technical Project/Program Manager
Core
Coordinate end-to-end execution of complex, customer-specific Non-System Orders (NSOs) from project release through shipment in a semiconductor equipment manufacturing environment.
Role type
Senior IC Non-Technical Project/Program Manager
Builds
Customized semiconductor equipment systems and configurations for customers
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Materials science
Required skills
Project management, cross-functional coordination, risk mitigation, manufacturing operations knowledge, change management, configuration management, production planning, stakeholder influence, data-driven decision making
Preferred skills
Knowledge of engineering changes, BOM modifications, NSRs, CES requests, Master Scheduling processes
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end execution of assigned NSO projects from order release through shipment; Translate customer-specific requirements into executable manufacturing and project plans; Develop, maintain, and communicate project schedules, key milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and execution risks; Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure engineering, manufacturing, material, quality, and configuration requirements are completed on schedule; Serve as the central point of coordination for project scope, schedule, configuration, and readiness activities; Drive execution of customer-specific configurations, engineering changes, BOM modifications, NSRs, CES requests, and other non-standard requirements; Assess and communicate the impact of project changes on delivery schedules, manufacturing readiness, and shipment commitments; Facilitate project reviews, readiness reviews, production status meetings, and issue resolution activities; Monitor project health and performance, identifying constraints and initiating recovery plans when commitments are at risk; Partner with Master Scheduling, Operations Management, and BMO teams to prioritize deliverables and maintain execution alignment; Lead risk identification and mitigation activities, ensuring project risks are proactively managed and escalated when necessary; Coordinate resolution of manufacturing, quality, material, and engineering issues affecting project execution; Support shipment readiness activities, including final test coordination, documentation reviews, and production release requirements; Maintain accurate project documentation, action-item tracking, schedule status, and project metrics; Provide timely status updates, risk assessments, and recovery plans to stakeholders and leadership; Identify and implement process improvements that enhance NSO execution efficiency, predictability, and customer delivery performance.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
