Machine Operator 3 - Purification, Sonification CLN, CVD

Applied Materials; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Bonus potential

Job summary

Applied Materials in Tempe, AZ is seeking a skilled shop technician to operate and set up a range of manual and CNC equipment. You will produce prototype and production parts, perform machining and assembly, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet quality and delivery targets.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma/GED with substantial hands-on experience, be capable of handling complex set-ups, and apply basic trig for angle calculations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 7–10 years of experience.
• Ability to lead and coordinate work with other teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Customer-focused with ability to work with internal teams.
• Safety-conscious and able to operate heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate major shop tools to prototype, produce parts, modify components.
• Support in-house customers across manufacturing and engineering teams.
• Use work orders and blueprints to determine processes, tooling and fixtures.
• Perform machining and assembly with standard shop equipment.
• Plan and perform complex set-ups; apply basic trig for angles.
• Nest parts to maximize material efficiency and reduce waste.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and proper tool handling.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

7-10 years experience

Tools

CNC Router

Laser

Water Jet

Sheet Metal Brake

Teflon Press

Manual Mill

Manual Lathe

Forklift

Cranes

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting‑edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Salary: $20.00 - $27.50

Location: Tempe, AZ

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

General Profile

You have developed expertise typically developed through a combination of job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience. Typically acts as a lead, coordinating the work of others- but not a supervisor. Works autonomously within established procedures and practices.

Your Key Responsibilities Include

• Can safely operate all the major shop tools (CNC Router, Laser, Water Jet, Sheet Metal Brake, Teflon Press, Manual Mill, Manual Lathe, Forklift and Cranes) performing basic operations in producing prototype parts, production parts, modifications and repairs to existing parts and assemblies.


• Supports in-house customers, such as manufacturing, engineering, business units. Portrays a customer service approach. Interfaces effectively and courteously with customers and co-workers.


• Utilizes Work Orders, blueprints, sketches, written and verbal instructions to determine machining process, procedures, tooling, and fixtures requirements.


• Performs a variety of machining and/or assembly tasks utilizing standard machine shop equipment, such as surface grinders, drill presses, grinders, sanders, band saws, routers, and/or standard power tools.


• Plans and performs complex machine set‑ups. Possesses a good working knowledge of trigonometry, which is required to accurately calculate angles used in set‑ups and machining. Makes full use of machine capacity to minimize amount of machining or number of set‑ups required to product parts competitively.


• Can nest parts to maximize material efficiency reducing waste.


• Plans and performs moderately complex machine set‑ups. Possesses a basic knowledge of trigonometry, which is required to accurately calculate angles used in set‑ups and machining.


• Maintains cleanliness of the work area and ensures proper handling of tools, equipment, and stock to prevent loss. Conforms to departmental safety requirements.

Qualifications Necessary For Success

High School Diploma/GED & 7-10 years’ experience

• Functional Knowledge - Has developed a specialized level of skill to perform assigned tasks


• Business Expertise - Has a good understanding of how related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives


• Leadership - Serves as team lead, may allocate work and provide subject matter guidance to more junior team members


• Problem Solving - Exercises judgment, based on previous experience, practices and precedents, to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent


• Impact - Impacts the effectiveness of own team and closely related teams


• Interpersonal Skills - Exchanges ideas and information effectively; uses tact and diplomacy when dealing with others

Other Requirements

This is a very physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts.

Additional Information

Time Type

Full time

Employee Type

Assignee / Regular

Travel

No

Relocation Eligible

No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e‑mail at [e-mail], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.