Manufacturing Production Operator

Siltronic AG

Portland (OR)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 48,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Matching

Educational Assistance

Quarterly Bonus

Job summary

Siltronic AG in Portland, OR is hiring Entry-Level Manufacturing Production Operators to set up and operate production equipment for silicon wafers on a 12-hour Pitman schedule. Starting pay is $18.50 per hour with a 15% night shift differential and a robust benefits package.

Responsibilities include preparing tools and materials, loading/unloading equipment, inspecting wafers, following procedures, and keeping SPC records.

Qualifications

Requires a High School diploma or equivalent.
Candidates should have basic math, reading, and computer skills.
Industry experience in a fast-paced environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

Set up, load, and unload production equipment for silicon wafer processing.
Follow equipment-operation procedures, processing instructions, and SPC data recording.
Review graphs and charts and adjust equipment as needed to meet targets.
Maintain clean work areas and properly wear PPE in the cleanroom if required.
Communicate product and equipment status to team members.
Perform safety procedures and adhere to hazardous material handling rules.
Work an 11.5–hour shift with weekends, holidays, and possible overtime.

Skills

Basic math

Reading

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Workstream

Job description

Siltronic is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of highly specialized hyper pure silicon wafers. Being an international market player, we serve the semiconductor industry worldwide and partner with many leading chip manufacturers. Our global production network in Asia, Europe, and the USA includes today’s most advanced plants for 200mm and 300mm wafers. We provide a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, educational assistance, and a quarterly success sharing bonus program.

Entry-Level Manufacturing Production Operators | Starting at $18.50/hr + 15% Night Shift Differential | 12-Hour Pitman Schedule

Our Manufacturing Production Operator is responsible for setting up and operating production equipment used in the processing of silicon wafers. Duties include preparing tools and materials, handling supplies and various forms of silicon (poly chunks to finished wafers) for machine loading, inspection, and measurement. Processing instructions are obtained from multiple sources, and results are documented using both manual and electronic media. Using established procedures and judgment, they determine when to start or stop processes, prioritize production or support tasks, make equipment or supply adjustments, and evaluate wafers, tools, and materials against Accept, Rework, or Reject criteria. Processing instructions are obtained from multiple sources, results are documented in manual and electronic systems, and product quality or equipment issues are escalated to support teams as needed.

We will train you on equipment and chemical safety, Statistical Process Control methods, cleanroom protocol, and wafer handling, etc. Must have effective written and verbal communication to review and clearly deliver information in a timely manner. Candidates will be assessed on basic math, reading, and computer skills.

Job Details

Demonstrate competency to set up, load, and unload equipment. Monitor equipment settings and operation by comparing actual settings to targets and making adjustments as needed.
Read, understand, and follow equipment-operation procedures, order-processing instructions, graphs, and charts.
Demonstrate ability to perform multiple related or unrelated tasks simultaneously and/or sequentially, to operate a variety of machines, or to operate multiple pieces of equipment at one time if required.
When required to handle hazardous materials, follow written procedures and wear dictated personal protective equipment.
Perform all required tasks safely.
Visually inspect and/or measure wafers and other materials. Identify defects or problems. Accept, reject, or rework materials.
Wear approved cleanroom garments and follow approved cleanroom protocols if assigned to work in a controlled, ultraclean area.
Maintain statistical process control (SPC) of required product-tracking and equipment data in manual and/or electronic format. Chart SPC data and calculate limits.
Find and enter information in Workstream.
Clean production equipment and work areas.
Communicate product and equipment status to others.
Meet certification requirements for positions in assigned work area.
Responsible for understanding the hazards in the workplace, including hazardous waste handling and awareness. Required to remain up to date on applicable trainings.
Work an 11.5-hour shift, which includes weekends, holidays, and occasional scheduled overtime.

Position Requirements

Requires a minimum High School diploma, or equivalent, and a minimum of one (1) year experience in working in a fast-paced, stand on your feet, all shift, work environment - fast food industry is a good example of previous work experience. Work schedule includes weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime, which may be mandatory.

To Ensure a Safe Work Environment While Meeting The Physical Demands Of The Job, You Must Be Able To Perform The Following Tasks

Ability to sit / stand / walk / bend / twist / crouch / kneel / climb as required for various periods of time
Ability to lift/carry / push/pull up to 50 pounds
Ability to continuously stand and walk the entire shift
Required to reach, and to manipulate using hands and fingers
Frequently required to wear cleanroom attire, personal protective equipment and/or breathing devices

Benefits And Compensation