Grinding Operator

Sumitomo Electric USA; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Electric USA is hiring a Grinding Operator in Hillsboro, OR to operate wafer finishing equipment and ensure high-quality output. The role emphasizes safety, accurate data entry, and teamwork in a clean-room environment.

Responsibilities include handling wafers, loading tools, participating in daily briefings, and maintaining 5S standards while meeting production targets. Prior manufacturing or clean room experience is preferred; HS diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• English speaking and reading skills are required to follow process documents.
• High level of teamwork and cooperation is needed to operate in a production environment.
• Ability to strictly follow safety requirements at all times.
• Basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) are required.
• Must show high level of self-initiative and willingness to learn.
• Detail-oriented with ability to listen and pay attention to instructions.
• Ability to use manufacturing process equipment, PC peripherals, and basic tools.
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Clean room experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate grinding and finishing equipment per standard procedures.
• Attend daily pass-down meetings to discuss production challenges and changes.
• Follow safety protocols while handling chemicals and materials.
• Support inventory, inspection, and packaging of wafers for shipment to customers.
• Enter process directions and data into production systems and Excel sheets.
• Maintain 5S and keep work area clean and organized.
• Perform visual inspections of wafers from both sides and manage cycle counts.

Skills

English literacy

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Math basics

Initiative

Attention to detail

Equipment operation

PC basics

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

PC and peripherals

Job description

Job Title: Grinding Operator

Status: FULL Time

Department: Production

Location: Hillsboro, OR

Reports to: Production Lead / DSP Coordinator

Travel: None

Worker's Comp Code: 4150 Manufacturing

Shift: Compressed Work Week

Compensation: $23 or based on experience Differential: 0-15% depending on shift

About Sumitomo Electric Group: Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. is a recognized global technology leader with over 280,000 employees working at around 400 group companies in 40 countries. Building on more than 120 years of innovation, today Sumitomo Electric is engaged in diversified business activities that support people’s daily lives and industries in five business segments: automotive, info communication, electronics, environment & energy, and industrial materials.

Job Summary

The Grinding Operator operates manufacturing process equipment in our technology product (wafer) finishing process. The Operator ensures that priorities are met, the highest quality product is sent to the customers and all work is done as a team in a safe and clean environment.

Description of Tasks and Responsibilities

• Inventory, Receive and Inspect incoming wafers before grinding process begins
• Attend daily pass down meetings to discuss current challenges, opportunities and changes that will affect production
• Follow correct protocol and required safety measures to measure and mix chemicals to make our processing slurry
• Re-fill supplies, drill containers, break down boxes, re-polish cassette return, package containers for shipment to Japan
• Exercise product (wafer) handling skills that prevent loss of product due to carelessness.
• Complete batch divide process steps as needed.
• Load and unload wafers into grinding tools
• Stage incoming work as needed
• Process product through the post double sided polish cleaning bench
• Data entry into Excel spreadsheets and system (GIP)
• Enter process directions into the production tool computers
• Continuous and accurate data collection and input
• Maintain 5S protocol
• Continuous housekeeping of process tools and work area floor and wall space
• Perform visual product inspection, including both front and back side of product
• Perform equipment changes on tools as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Skills and Qualifications

• Position requires English speaking and reading skills; process documents can be read and instructions can be understood
• High level of teamwork and cooperation
• Position requires the ability to strictly follow safety requirements at all time
• Understanding of basic math functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division are required
• Requires a high level of self-initiative, desire to learn and be effective
• Detailed oriented with the ability to listen and pay close attention
• Ability to use manufacturing process equipment, PC and peripherals (printer, scanner), basic hand tools, cleaning supplies and equipment
• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Previous experience in manufacturing process preferred
• Prior clean room experience preferred
• Semiconductor industry experience a plus but not required

Physical Demands

• Standing/ Walking frequently during shift
• Handling wafers constantly
• Lifting, pushing, pulling 25-50 lbs occasionally
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching occasionally

Work Environment

• General manufacturing and clean room environment
• Work room can be noisy with multiple pieces of machinery operating at the same time
• Working with toxic or caustic chemicals daily
• The continuous use of factory provided uniforms and special factory shoes are required. Anyone entering a clean room is required to wear full Class 10 Cleanroom outfits, inclusive of snoods, masks, bunny suits, boots and gloves for several hours at a time

Additional Items

• Must be flexible with scheduling. Although this is generally a set schedule, there will be business needs that dictate some shift changes and overtime.
• Use of factory provided uniforms and special factory shoes are required. Additionally, some roles will be requirement to wear full Class 10 Cleanroom outfit (inclusive of snoods, masks, bunny suits, boots and gloves) at times for this role.

Equal Opportunity

SESMI is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to maintaining a work environment free of bias, harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. We believe diversity and inclusion is an indispensable Company objective and we insist that all Team Members and applicants be treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, reproductive health decision-making (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, or other condition or status protected by law. SESMI will consider giving opportunities to qualified individuals with criminal histories when it aligns with federal, state and local statutes.