Crystal Growth Technician - Quality & Lean (6am–6pm)

Silfex, Inc. - A Division of Lam Research Corporation; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company, is seeking a Crystal Growth Operator for the 6am–6pm shift to grow crystals and verify product quality. You will use technical math and measurement tools as part of a quality system, while maintaining safe, organized workstations and accurate data entry.

The role requires at least a GED and 1 year of related experience. You will contribute to lean initiatives and perform routine maintenance and paperwork to support production goals.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in crystal growing preferred.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to communicate effectively with contractors, vendors or employees of the organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Must be able to obtain sufficient task success to establish credibility with management, staff and employees.
• Must be able to work effectively individually and in a team environment.
• Must be able to pay close attention to details.
• Must be able to perform successfully under minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Follow company safety policies and report unsafe conditions to Manufacturing Manager, EHS Manager, and/or Director of Manufacturing.
• Operate crystal puller to required specifications.
• Inspect each finished part for defects.
• Enter quality data into ERP system.
• Complete associated paperwork timely and accurately.
• Ensure cleanliness and order of growing stations.
• Perform cleaning tasks at required intervals.
• Ensure equipment is in proper working order.
• Perform minor maintenance and preventative maintenance on department equipment.
• Process silicon for remelting.
• Operate aerial/mobile lifts.
• Operate overhead crane to move cast ingots and hotzone tools and parts.
• 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.

Skills

Technical mathematics

Measurement tools

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Effective communication

Problem solving

Interpret instructions

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Overhead crane

Job description

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company, is seeking a Crystal Growth Operator for the 6am–6pm shift to grow crystals and verify product quality. You will use technical math and measurement tools as part of a quality system, while maintaining safe, organized workstations and accurate data entry.

The role requires at least a GED and 1 year of related experience. You will contribute to lean initiatives and perform routine maintenance and paperwork to support production goals.