
Manufacturing Technician 2
Silfex · Springfield, OH
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 9 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Silfex (industrial) in Springfield, OH. Troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance tasks to keep equipment running according to equipment manuals.
- They ask for
- 1+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, 5S, Kanban, EHS / safety
- Openings
- 3 with this title at this site
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
How this role compares
Against 43 other live manufacturing postings in Ohio.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (1+ 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.
Stands out: this posting asks for Kanban, EHS / safety, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
Pulled from the posting text. If it's not listed here, the posting didn't say.
How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Silfex
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 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
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
This plant: Silfex in Springfield
19 other open roles at this site.
- Process Engineer - CNC Machining · Process
- Manufacturing Supervisor · Manufacturing · Supervisor
- CNC Facilities Engineer · Reliability
- Manufacturing Technician 1 · Manufacturing · Technician
- Shaping Manufacturing Technician · Manufacturing · Technician
- CNC Programmer 4 · Manufacturing · Technician
Full description from SilfexAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
· Follow all company safety policies and report any unsafe conditions to Manufacturing Manager, EHS Manager, and/ or Director of Manufacturing Operate band saws, Blanchard, core drill, and Vantage transactions
· Enter quality data into ERP system
· Complete associated paperwork timely and accurately
· Crop / Process crystals for staging
· Process Samples required for testing
· Process remelt – deliver to remelt room
· Perform cleaning tasks at required intervals
· Ensure equipment is in proper working order
· Perform minor maintenance and preventative maintenance on department equipment
· Troubleshoot using knowledge and tools
· Monitor and maintain Kanban signals for ingot inventory
· Troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance tasks to keep equipment running according to equipment manuals
· Assist with crystal pulling as needed to support production
· Inspect each finished part for defects
· Enter quality data into ERP System
· Ensure cleanliness and order of DP Cell
· Establish and perform cleaning tasks at required intervals
· Assist with processing silicon for remelt
· Operate ingot lift assist and carts
· Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S
· Perform tasks/duties related to special projects or assignments
· Perform other duties as assigned by department management
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 degree (GED).
· At least 1 year prior manufacturing experience, preferably in crystal processing.
· Ability to read and use the following: Tape measure, dial calipers, and drop gauges.
· Must be familiar with basic Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, and Excel
· Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
· Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's
· Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, distance and volume using metric and standard units.
· Must be able to work effectively individually and in a team environment
· Must be able to attain task success to establish credibility with management and employees
· Have the ability to obtain forklift certification
requirements
include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability
Show full description ↓Show less ↑
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
Operate band saws, Blanchard, core drill, and complete ERP transactions. Follow operating procedures, standard work, and work instructions for all DP Cell operations. Assist Crystal Growing as needed including data entry, processing remelt, material handling, inventory, and general housekeeping. This position requires the use of effective technical mathematics and measurement tools in the performance of tasks. This position is a significant component of the company Quality System.
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. Provide the safest possible workplace to our employees by modeling and following all company safety policies, reporting any incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to Silfex management. Wear all PPE as required by work area or job function.
· Communication – Begin with the end in mind – Communicate boldly as well as effectively with empathy and respect to inspire teamwork and collaboration vertically and horizontally within Silfex.
· Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S. Demonstrate ownership of continuous improvement ideas and activities. Maintain organization and cleanliness, housekeeping and 5S within work area. Maintain these areas at the highest degree possible while responsibly escalating any maintenance issues.
Equipment Operated
· Measurement devices: Tape measure, ruler, dial caliper,
· Computer
· Forklift, Floor Cleaner
· Band saws, Grinders, core drills
· Various aerial/mobile lifts/Dalmec
Physical Demands
hands to handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and walk up and down stairs. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and; talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds. The employee regularly is required to lift up to 12 pounds. The vision
