Manufacturing Manager

Silfex, a Lam Research Company; Town of Springfield (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company is seeking a production-focused leader to drive performance on the night shift. You will manage resources, coach teams, and coordinate with engineering, quality, and maintenance to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree and proven Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma experience, plus strong cross-functional collaboration and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience required.
• Strong leadership and team-management capabilities.
• Experience in production planning and managing night shift.

Responsibilities

• Accountable to Plant Manager for meeting production, delivery, quality, cost, and safety targets.
• Coach production floor employees to achieve key performance metrics.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and maintenance to minimize scrap and downtime.
• Plan and direct workforce utilization and manufacturing schedules.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints approaches.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Team communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

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

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. Discover more at Lam Benefits

Job Description

Essential Function: Accountable and responsible to the Plant Manager for meeting/exceeding performance targets (production, delivery, quality, cost, safety) via the efficient allocation and use of resources (equipment and personnel) in support of customer satisfaction. Coaches’ production floor employees on the achievement of key performance metrics. Provides direction to implement, plan, develop, organize, and continuously improve production areas to maximize productivity and efficiencies. Collaborates with engineering, quality, and maintenance to minimize scrap and machine downtime. Responsible for the cross-training of employees to ensure flexibility of resource planning and increased workforce proficiency. Champions the use of Lean, Six Sigma, and Theory of Constraints methodologies to achieve performance targets. Manages and coordinates the activities of assigned value streams/and or manufacturing work cells on the production floor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating and maintaining a safe and environmentally compliant work area that supports a culture where safety is a part of everything we do.
• Responsible for PSQDCC board is maintained and utilized daily, by following the standard work Track key performance indicators, develop/implement corrective actions, and uphold accountability systems.
• Drive and coach functional area to top quartile performance.
• Responsible for delivering results by way of committed volume, mix, and specifications on-time to customer requirements. This includes being agile and responsive to customer expectations.
• Responsible for operating the business at or below committed cost.
• Responsible for controlling, verifying and qualifying business and operating processes according to customer expectations, and constantly delivering higher performance at a lower cost.
• Develop and maintain compliance with the Silfex Quality Management System (Silfex Quality Cardinal Rules) and properly apply Quality Procedures and Operating Procedures.
• Develop and adhere to standard operational and working practices (standard work) and continuously observe workers to ensure compliance with standards to currently established Process of Record (POR).
• Execute and model the Silfex Manufacturing System using Lean Manufacturing and other manufacturing strategies to achieve high levels of performance.
• Own the continuous improvement process for area of responsibility and ensure all employees are engaged in daily improvement activities.
• Recruits, hires, trains staff, evaluates employee performance, and recommends or initiates promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action.
• Teaching, mentoring, and coaching employees on the key lean concepts, observation methods and the continuous improvement process, including their responsibilities to actively participate in the continuous improvement process.
• Identify training needs for supervisors and/or employees.
• Execute the manufacturing schedules.
• Make work assignments when required.
• Plans and direct workforce utilization.
• Collaboratively manage work cell(s)/value stream(s) with technical Lead Person(s) and/or Supervisors driving continuous quality and performance improvements based on established metrics.
• Develop strong relationships with Engineering to assist with goal achievement.
• Carry out special projects and all other additional duties as assigned.

Culture

Display a positive attitude and strong work ethic that reflects the Mission and Core Values of Silfex. Create and maintain a culture where workplace safety is part of everything we do. Provide the safest possible workplace to our employees by modeling and following all company safety policies, reporting any incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to Silfex management. Wear all PPE as required by work area or job function. Communication – Begin with the end in mind – Communicate boldly as well as effectively with empathy and respect to inspire teamwork and collaboration vertically and horizontally within Silfex. Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S. Demonstrate ownership of continuous improvement ideas and activities. Maintain organization and cleanliness, housekeeping and 5S within work area. Maintain these areas to the highest degree possible while responsibly escalating any maintenance issues. Collaboration- working cross functionally to meet the company and customers’ expectations and demands Agility- ability to be flexible as changing needs of the company dictate.

Qualifications

• Ability to work rotating 12 hour night shift across the week 6:00pm - 6:10am.
• 4 to 6 years of experience in engineering or production management with a Bachelor’s degree in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience.
• Knowledge of factory processes including engineering/technical support, production planning, staffing to meet delivery requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities, make sound decisions and work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to effectively supervise, motivate and direct production personnel on night shift.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills – write reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals and respond to questions from managers, customers, other team members.
• Ability to work with mathematical fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to define and solve technical problems.

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. We're looking for talented people to join our growing team and support the technology of the future. At Silfex, we’re 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 help connect the world.