Do workers at Applied Materials get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks. 82% of people say they get paid breaks. Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Does Applied Materials pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick. 77% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work. Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

At Applied Materials, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off. 93% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick. Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and March 2026.

Is the health insurance from Applied Materials affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay. 94% of people say the health insurance costs are okay Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and February 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Applied Materials?

Most people get paid time off work. 83% of people say they get paid time off. Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and March 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time. 62% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time. 15% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time. 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time. 23% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time. Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and October 2025.

Do workers at Applied Materials worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours. 81% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours. Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do Applied Materials workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work. 50% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work. Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

How easy is it for Applied Materials workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts. 53% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to. Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Applied Materials?

Most people find it easy to get time off. 90% of people report it’s easy to get time off. Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and February 2026.

Do Applied Materials managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute. 78% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute. Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do workers at Applied Materials do extra work that they don't get paid for?

Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work. 87% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work. Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Applied Materials?

Most people find it easy to take sick days. 92% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick. Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Is working at Applied Materials good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work. 79% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work. Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do people at Applied Materials feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers. 86% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers. Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people at Applied Materials get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption. 76% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption. Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Applied Materials?

Some people feel stressed out here. 47% of people say they often feel stressed out at work. Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people at Applied Materials enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job. 88% of people report they enjoy their job. Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people at Applied Materials recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team. 73% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend. Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Applied Materials?

Most people got enough training when they started. 69% of people report they got enough training when they started working here. Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Applied Materials?

Most people are given support to advance their career here. In the last year, 71% of people report being given support to advance their career here. Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people think Applied Materials’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work. 70% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work. Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and February 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Applied Materials is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing. 78% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole. Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

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Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We're the brain (and the brawn) behind every new technology development--whether it's building semiconductor chips for smartphones and computers, or the underpinnings for robotics, AI and even smart TV display screens. With 27,000 employees in 19 countries, we offer an exciting place to grow and learn alongside some of the best people you'll ever meet. We take deep pride in our Culture of Inclusion, and we celebrate the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences that help us build stronger, more resilient teams. Join us as we innovate to Make Possible a Better Future!

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