Production Specialist

FHLB Des Moines; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 77,366,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. in Lawrence, MA is seeking a Production Specialist to join our Wafer Fabrication team. The role involves performing wafer fabrication tasks in a clean room by following specifications and handling multiple operations.

Responsibilities include operating fab equipment, data entry for travelers and SPC charts, and collaborating with engineering to update process documents. A focus on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task while paying careful attention to detail.
• Prior success working both individually and in a team environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal direction.
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow detailed work specifications.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Adaptability to frequent change and improvements.
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential.
• Ability to wear the required Protective Equipment.
• Basic computer, math and reading comprehension skills.
• You must be 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Operate standard wafer fab equipment for various fab operations.
• Manual data entry on process travelers, SPC charts and logbooks, and computer data entry for lot tracking and equipment tracking.
• Work on assignments under general supervision.
• Learn the process flow of the various wafer fab functions.
• Interact with all levels of employees to improve output, reduce waste, and standardize work instructions.
• Engage in daily production operations and anticipate product problems.
• Maintain adherence to safety protocols and OSHA regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering to update technical documents and process/work specifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Written & verbal communication

Following instructions

Reading & interpreting specs

Adaptability

Attendance & reliability

PPE compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc. People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation.

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Job Description

We are looking for a Production Specialist to join our Wafer Fabrication team in Lawrence, MA! The Production Specialist will perform wafer fabrication functions in the production of semiconductor devices in a clean room environment by following written specifications and performing multiple operations.

Responsibilities

• Operating standard wafer fab equipment for various fab operations.
• Data Entry - Manual data entry on process travelers, SPC charts and logbooks, and computer data entry for lot tracking and equipment tracking.
• Work on assignments under general supervision.
• Learn the process flow of the various wafer fab functions.
• Interact with all levels of employees to increase output, reduce waste, standardize work instructions, incorporate continuous improvement, and improve communications and cooperation between departments.
• Engage in daily production operations and anticipate product problems (i.e. so that loss of work hours is minimized, and production objectives are met).
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and demonstrate working knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Work with engineering to update technical documents and process/work specifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task while paying careful attention to detail
• Prior success working both individually and in a team environment
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal direction
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow detailed work specifications
• Excellent listening skills
• Adaptability to frequent change and improvements
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential
• Ability to wear the required Protective Equipment
• Basic computer, math and reading comprehension skills
• You must be 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED

U.S. Export Controls Requirements

This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

Travel Time

No Travel

Physical Attributes

Carrying, Crouching, Feeling, Foot Controls, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Noise and/or vibration, Other, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others Physical Requirements: Able to lift, push, pull 25 lbs; carry 15 lbs; sit 10%; stand 60%; walk 40%; must be able to perform activities that include stooping, reaching, handling, hearing, talking, seeing, work alone, work around others.

Pay Range

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below: Benefits of working at Microchip The hourly pay range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $17.00-$27.00 an hour.* *Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

Equal Opportunity / Affidavit Statement

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.

Recruiter Agency Notice

To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Company Culture

At Microchip, employees are our greatest strength. As one of the top performing semiconductor companies in the world, we are led by a set of guiding values and a mission to empower innovation to enhance the human experience. We work tirelessly to create a company culture that highlights how important every employee is to our mission.