Machinist 5 (Team Lead)

CNC Machining Team Lead

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.

Job Descriptions:

D Shift: 6pm - 6am ET

Essential Function:

As a CNC Machining Team Lead, you'll combine technical expertise with leadership skills to guide a team of machinists across all levels. You'll oversee daily operations, ensure production goals are met, and foster a collaborative environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You'll also serve as the primary liaison between your team and engineering, quality, and management.

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate 3 to 5 axis CNC machine tools to accurately machine parts per work instructions and manufacturing plan. Make work and tool offsets as needed. Test safety features of machine during set up. Will be required to operate multiple production machines.
• Verify conformance of in-process and final products through dimensional and visual inspections using a variety of precision measuring tools and equipment, including micrometers, indicators, calipers, profilometers, Contracers, and CMMs.
• Provide training and guidance to machinists.
• Ability to read, write, and understand G&M-code programming.
• Capability of setting up complex CNC machines and making modifications and/or recommendations to process engineering team.
• Use proper material handling techniques to ensure quality of product and condition of equipment.
• Maintain product specifications by performing accurate measurements, detecting malfunctions, and replacing worn tools, while consistently adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Follow work instructions, setup sheets and other production related information.
• Properly document measurements and visual observations by completing production and quality logs.
• Use tool setter and tool dresser to set tooling geometry.
• Generate maintenance work orders for repair of CNC machines and equipment.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of the Silfex Quality Management System and properly apply Quality Procedures and Operating Procedures as appropriate.
• Actively contribute to lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement.
• Effectively apply lean concepts and tools within the value stream.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality control, metrology and/or programming to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Serve as acting lead in the absence of direct supervisor.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

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.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required
• 6 years of experience operating a CNC machine, operating machinery, or manufacturing/production technical support with 1 year of leadership experience (1 year of Silfex experience preferred).
• Must have machine control experience
• Understanding of input tool geometry
• Ability to troubleshoot on an intermediate level
• Knowledge of 5S and Lean manufacturing concepts
• Capable of applying and teaching standard practices and techniques within their work
• Must be fluent in G&M code
• Attention to detail is required
• Must be a quality and safety minded leader
• Must possess basic proficiency in operating computers, including navigating software and web-based platforms
• Must have strong math skills, particularly trigonometry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree or diploma from a Technical School or Trade School
• Trouble shooting G&M code
• Previous experience as a team lead
• Knowledge of GD&T
• Maintenance experience / Collaboration with maintenance department
• Experience machining Si, glass or other brittle material

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, walk, stand, or sit; and talk or hear. They will occasionally be required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 55 pounds. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 25 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the environment is moderate.

Our Commitment:

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company ("Silfex" or the "Company"), is an equal opportunity employer. Silfex is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.