
Manufacturing Technician 2
Silfex · Eaton, OH
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 9 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Silfex (industrial) in Eaton, OH. In this hands-on role, you will operate advanced and automated equipment used to create precision components for the semiconductor industry.
- They ask for
- 2+ years
- Tools it names
- Lean, 5S
- Openings
- 7 with this title at this site
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How this role compares
Against 43 other live manufacturing postings in Ohio.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 59%
- Tooling 43%
- Machining 41%
- CNC 36%
- ✓ Lean 36%
- ✓ 5S 27%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Silfex
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
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Bring proof to the interview
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This plant: Silfex in Eaton
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Full description from SilfexAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Operate machines that support the Silfex manufacturing and finishing processes
- ◆Learn and perform 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) workplace organization activities.
- ◆Develop proficiency in 3-5 designated processes through hands-on training and practice.
- ◆Learn and apply Silfex policies and procedures to perform routine tasks effectively and safely
- ◆Follow all material handling
requirements
to ensure quality of product and equipment
- ✓Read and interpret assembly drawings, follow work instructions, setup sheets and process specifications
- ✓Accurately enter production and quality information into batch records, the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (software used to track manufacturing activities), and other required production or quality logs.
- ✓Ensure cleanliness of the area and perform general and routine housekeeping tasks
- ✓Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks as assigned to ensure equipment is functioning properly. Initiate work orders or dispatches when needed to support operational efficiency.
- ✓Follow all safety procedures and work practices, including proper use of required PPE, safe handling of materials and chemicals, and prompt reporting of incidents, hazards, or unsafe conditions.
- ✓Participate in Tier 1 meetings and shift passdown communications to stay informed on production priorities, safety updates, quality expectations, equipment status, and other operational needs.
- ✓Develop and maintain competency in basic troubleshooting of equipment
- ✓Understand and apply the Silfex Quality Management System (QMS) - the company’s standards and procedures for consistent, high‑quality production.
- ✓Perform other duties and projects assigned
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- ✓High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) credential required.
- ✓1–2 years of experience operating equipment in a manufacturing, cleanroom, laboratory, or similarly controlled environment that requires contamination-control practices and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- ✓Ability and willingness to work safely around hazardous chemicals and wear cleanroom apparel for 12-hour shifts, including full-body gowning such as hood, mask, gloves, and boot covers; training and PPE provided.
- ✓Ability to learn, understand, and follow work instructions and operating procedures to support consistent product quality.
- ✓Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to navigate manufacturing systems, software applications, and web-based platforms.
- ✓Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.
- ✓Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
- ✓Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- ✓Ability to perform effectively with minimal supervision.
- ✓Good verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Experience working in cleanroom environments or similarly regulated settings, such as laboratory operations, chemical processing, food manufacturing, medical device manufacturing, or semiconductor manufacturing.
- ✓Hands‑on experience handling hazardous chemicals and utiliz
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From smartphones to solar panels, innovative technology is needed to create the devices we use every day. Silfex’s silicon components help make that technology a reality.
Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company is the leading provider of precision silicon components used to make and operate semiconductor tools, which enable the trillion-dollar global electronics industry. Our company’s products are integral to the semiconductor equipment and optical markets. The outstanding team at Silfex makes that possible – through our people, we are advancing the world.
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.
Our Perks and Benefits
At Silfex, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits that start on your first day of employment.
Discover more at Lam Benefits
Essential Function
Join the team at Silfex as a Manufacturing Technician 2 and build your career in high-tech manufacturing. In this hands-on role, you will operate advanced and automated equipment used to create precision components for the semiconductor industry. From cleaning and polishing to etching and texturing, you will develop the skills needed to perform key manufacturing processes, follow detailed specifications, and support production of high-quality parts that meet critical customer requirements. If you are ready to grow your technical skills in a clean, cutting-edge environment, Silfex is the place to start.
Culture
- •Display a positive attitude and strong work ethic that reflects the Mission and Core Values of Silfex.
- •Create and maintain a culture where workplace safety is part of everything we do. Follow all company safety policies, wear all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for your area or task, and report incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to management.
- •Communicate clearly, proactively, and respectfully to support teamwork and collaboration across departments and levels.
- •Contribute to continuous improvement by using Lean manufacturing methods (reducing waste and improving efficiency) and 5S. Maintain organization and cleanliness and escalate maintenance issues responsibly.
