Machine Operator / Graphite Materials Preparation

Socket.dev; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials is seeking a hands-on machinist to prototype parts and perform repairs using a range of shop tools. This full-time role requires 4–7 years of experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work safely in a demanding environment in Tempe, AZ.

The position involves interpreting blueprints, setting up machines, and optimizing material usage while maintaining quality and efficiency. Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED
• Experience: 4 - 7 Years
• Functional Knowledge - Has developed proficiency in a range of processes or procedures
• Leadership - May provide informal guidance and support to more junior team members
• Problem Solving - Provides solutions to problems in atypical situations
• Interpersonal Skills - Uses communication skills to regularly exchange information

Responsibilities

• Operate major shop tools including Forklift and Cranes to prototype parts and perform repairs
• Support in-house customers (manufacturing, engineering, business units) with a customer-service approach
• Use Work Orders, blueprints, sketches to determine machining processes, tooling and fixtures requirements
• Perform machining and assembly tasks using standard shop equipment (grinders, drill presses, saws, routers)
• Plan and perform complex machine set-ups; apply trig for angles and optimize capacity
• Nest parts to maximize material efficiency and reduce waste
• Plan and perform moderately complex set-ups; basic trig knowledge
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area

Skills

Functional Knowledge

Business Expertise

Leadership

Problem Solving

Impact

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

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.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Can safely operate most of the major shop tools including 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.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma/GED
Experience: 4 - 7 Years

• Functional Knowledge - Has developed proficiency in a range of processes or procedures to carry out assigned tasks
• Business Expertise - Has a basic understanding of how the team integrates with others
• Leadership - May provide informal guidance and support to more junior team members
• Problem Solving - Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on existing precedents or procedures
• Impact - Impacts the quality of own work and its contribution to the team
• Interpersonal Skills - Uses communication skills to regularly exchange information

Other Requirements

This is a very physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time operating surface Grinders to grind graphite, 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.