Manufacturing Engineer 2

Silfex, Inc. - A Division of Lam Research Corporation; Eaton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company is seeking a manufacturing process engineer to create, evaluate, and improve silicon-related processes including machining, lapping, polishing, and clean room methods.

You will apply lean methods, SDAC/8D problem-solving, and coordinate equipment qualification while ensuring quality systems and safety standards are followed. Strong communication across levels is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering or related discipline with 2–3 years’ experience.
• In lieu of degree, 7+ years of relevant manufacturing and problem-solving experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents, including specifications and drawings.
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Familiarity with DOE/DOE-type problem solving; experience with DMAIC or 8D.
• Ability to apply math operations (trigonometry, algebra, statistics).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Excel and PowerPoint essential; Access and stats tools (Minitab/JMP) preferred.
• Ability to work well individually and in a team; detail-oriented and good communication with all levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain knowledge of Quality Management System; apply procedures.
• Apply lean manufacturing concepts and problem-solving methods (DMAIC, 8D, etc.).
• Evaluate manufacturing methods and implement improvements for efficiency and cost reduction.
• Coordinate installation/qualification of manufacturing equipment.
• Participate in MRB; suggest alternative process configurations to conserve material.
• Create manufacturing methods from customer prints to meet specs.
• Take measurements using hand tools, CMMs, and surface profilometry.
• Understand and apply SPC and MSA in processes.
• Prepare reports/presentations by analyzing data and trends.
• Follow safety policies and report unsafe conditions.
• Assist senior engineers on special projects and other duties.

Skills

GD&T

DMAIC

8D

CMM

SPC

MSA

Excel

PowerPoint

Access (optional)

Minitab/JMP (preferred)

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related discipline

7+ years of manufacturing/problem-solving experience in lieu of degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

From smartphones to solar panels, innovative technology is needed to create the devices we use every day. Silfex’s silicon components help make that technology a reality.

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company is the leading provider of precision silicon components used to make and operate semiconductor tools, which enable the trillion-dollar global electronics industry. Our company’s products are integral to the semiconductor equipment and optical markets. The outstanding team at Silfex makes that possible – through our people, we are advancing the world.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Silfex, our people make amazing things possible. That’s why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits that start on your first day of employment.

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Job Description:

Essential Function:

Creates, evaluates, implements, monitors, and audits manufacturing processes related to silicon and other materials. Responsible for across-the-board manufacturing processes including machining, lapping, polishing, and clean room processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of the Company Quality Management System and apply Quality Procedures and Operating Procedures as appropriate
• Apply lean manufacturing concepts, problem solving tools such as Design, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control (DMAIC), 8D, etc.
• Evaluates existing manufacturing methods and sequences and recommends/implements improvements that increase efficiency, reduce cost, reduce waste, etc
• Coordinate installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment
• Participates in the Material Review Board (MRB) recommending alternate process configurations that result in the conservation of material
• Creates manufacturing methods from prints provided by customers to achieve specifications
• Take measurements using techniques such as hand gages (including calipers and micrometers), coordinate measurement machines (CMMs), and surface finish profilometer
• Understands and can apply process control (SPC) and measurement systems analysis (MSA)
• Prepares reports/presentations by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
• Follow all company safety policies and report any unsafe conditions to Engineering Manager, EHS Manager, and/ or Director of Manufacturing
• Perform tasks/duties related to special projects or assignments and assisting senior engineers
• Perform other duties as assigned by department management

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related discipline plus 2-3 years’ experience
• In lieu of degree, 7+ years of relevant manufacturing and problem solving experience
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents, including specifications, customer and internal drawings
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Understanding of problem solving tools such as cause & effect, design of experiment (DOE) and follow problem solving process such as A3, DMAIC, or 8D
• Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as trigonometry, algebra and statistical techniques.
• Ability to utilize software such as Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint. Preferred ability to use Access and statistical software (Minitab, JMP)
• Must be able to work effectively individually and in a team environment
• Must be able to pay close attention to details
• Must be comfortable talking to various levels within the company as well as customers

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and; talk or hear.

The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds. The employee regularly is required to lift up to 10 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the environment is moderate.

Our Commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company (“Silfex” or the “Company”), is an equal opportunity employer. Silfex is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company’s intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.