Production Assistant - Days - 6 months FTC

NEXPERIA B.V.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor manufacturer is seeking a Days Production Assistant for a six-month contract in Manchester. The role requires effective communication and teamwork skills, with responsibilities including operating high-tech equipment and adherence to cleanroom practices. Candidates with prior production or cleanroom experience are preferred. Attractive compensation includes £33,825 per annum and benefits such as a subsidised canteen and potential for permanent employment based on performance.

Benefits

Subsidised on-site canteen

Free on-site parking

Professional development opportunities

Enrolment onto the pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience in a production or factory setting.
• Prior cleanroom experience preferred.
• Mechanical or technical experience with machines is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work towards a daily task list with support.
• Learn to operate high tech equipment.
• Adhere to cleanroom practices and safety.
• Complete documentation and transactions.
• Communicate effectively in English.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Methodical thinking

Team working ability

Excellent time management

Tools

High tech equipment

Job description

You will be part of a large team crucial in the manufacturing of semiconductor devices in a high-volume, high-tech wafer fabrication area. You will follow written instructions in operating sophisticated equipment in a clean room environment to produce our finished silicon microchips. Nexperia's chips are used in everyday products such as mobile phones, home appliances, smart wearables, electric vehicles and more. With full training you will:

Responsibilities

• Work towards a daily primary task list with the support of your team leader
• Learn how to work with high tech equipment with tasks including producing a required volume of wafers per hour
• Adhere to production change proposals, whilst conforming to all cleanroom working & safety practices
• Complete related documentation and enter transactions on FactoryWorks systems
• Clear communication skills both written and verbal in English
• Methodical thinking with excellent attention to detail
• Team working ability and a proactive mindset
• Excellent time management and attendance

Beneficial requirements

• Prior experience in working within a production or factory setting
• Prior cleanroom experience
• Mechanical or technical experience with machines or tools

As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.

In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.

Position and Compensation

• We are now expanding our team of Days Production Assistants to work from 7am to 7pm on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern. This is on a 6-month fixed term basis. In return, you will receive a salary of £33,825 (pro-rated, inclusive of shift allowance).
• Remuneration & Reward - Combined salary of £24,511 plus a 38% shift allowance equating to £33,825 (pro-rated) per annum, 24.5 days annual leave pro-rated + rostered days off and enrolment onto the Nexperia pension scheme at up to 9% employer contribution.
• Site Facilities - Access to a subsidised on-site canteen, medical centre, free on-site parking, free refreshments and more.
• Professional Development - This temporary opportunity provides you with the chance to learn key production, manufacturing, and team working skills within a busy cleanroom environment using state of the art tools. You may also get the chance to be permanently employed following your contract subject to demand and performance.
• Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability - A global commitment to becoming carbon neutral by 2035, working with suppliers who embrace and comply with the Nexperia Supplier Code of Conduct, paid time off for every employee to support charitable work.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Corporate members of Neurodiversity in Business and a Disability Confident Employer. Dedicated Employee Resource Groups for Neuroinclusion, the LGBTQ+ community, and Women in Nexperia with a commitment to increase women in management positions to 30% by 2030.