Senior Manufacturing Technician Lead

Microchip Technology Inc; Boulder, Philadelphia (CO, Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Manufacturing Technician Lead, where you will directly impact production processes and workflows. This role combines hands-on manufacturing responsibilities with leadership duties, ensuring efficiency and quality in operations. Collaborate with diverse teams to meet departmental goals and enhance productivity. Enjoy a supportive culture committed to your growth and stability, with comprehensive benefits starting on your first day. If you're passionate about innovation and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive.

Benefits

Wellness & Medical Benefits

Quarterly Employee Cash Bonus Plan

Restricted Stock Grant

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Plan

Legal Benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in production.
• Ability to read engineering prints and schematics.
• IPC certification training required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations and workflow.
• Coordinate with various functional teams for production.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement improvements.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Electronic Assembly

Mechanical Assembly

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Function Generators

Spectrum Analyzers

MS Office

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 20,000-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. People like you.

Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!

Job Description:

The Senior Manufacturing Technician Lead plays a critical role in overseeing and optimizing the daily operations of the manufacturing workflow. This position involves both coordinating activities and directly contributing to the production process. The Senior Manufacturing Technician Lead works closely with management to meet departmental goals and objectives, ensuring timely deliveries, and providing strategic guidance to team members. This role requires effective prioritization of tasks, seamless coordination of material and labor flow, and a commitment to maintaining high productivity and quality standards.

Job Summary

As Senior Manufacturing Technician Lead, you will have a direct impact on manufactured products as well as the coordination of production activities. This job position has dual responsibilities with both Manufacturing and Lead responsibilities.

Manufacturing responsibilities include contributing to the construction and test of assemblies, providing supplemental assistance as needed to ensure manufacturing schedules are met.

Lead responsibilities include the coordination and orchestration with other functional teams (Planning, Logistics, Procurement and Quality) to meet quality and delivery expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Workflow Coordination: Direct and streamline daily manufacturing activities, ensuring an efficient and organized workflow.
• Individual Contribution: Actively participate in the production process, demonstrating best practices and setting a high standard for team performance.
• Goal Alignment: Collaborate with management to align departmental objectives with overall company goals, ensuring scheduled deliveries are met.
• Team Guidance: Provide clear direction to personnel on work sequencing, task prioritization, and problem-solving to maintain productivity and quality.
• Resource Management: Optimize the use of materials and labor to enhance efficiency and reduce waste throughout the manufacturing process.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in workflow processes and implement effective solutions.
• Performance and Training Monitoring: Track and report on key performance metrics, making adjustments as needed to meet production targets.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with Planning, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and Logistics to coordinate production, project, rework, and service priorities, taking into account personnel skills, shipment priorities, and backlog.
• Recruitment Support: Assist with the interview process by screening prospective production and test personnel.
• Issue Resolution: Escalate personnel concerns and assist in the resolution of grievances.
• Additional Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the production team.

Benefits

• Wellness & Medical Benefits effective on your First Day of Employment
• Gold Standard in Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Quarterly Employee Cash Bonus Plan
• Restricted Stock Grant
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Care
• Legal
• Employee Assistance Plan

Paid Time Off

• Vacation Pay
• Absence Time - "Sick Pay"
• 10 Paid Holidays

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience as a lead or equivalent in a production environment, specifically with electronic and mechanical assemblies.
• Previous assembly and electronic bench technician experience including the use of oscilloscopes, function generators and spectrum analyzers.
• Ability to read and understand engineering prints, schematics, drawings, parts lists, component specifications, and other documentation related to product manufacturing.
• Successful completion of IPC-A-610 certification training within 3 months and both IPC-620 & IPC J-STD-001 certification training within 6 months.
• Proficiency in MS Office and other computer peripherals in a professional environment.
• Physical ability to regularly lift up to 35 pounds.
• Strong understanding of written and verbal procedures and instructions in English.
• 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 communication.
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow detailed work specifications.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Adaptability to frequent changes and improvements.
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential.
• Ability to wear the required protective equipment and ESD smock, heel and wrist straps as needed.
• Basic computer, math and reading comprehension skills.
• You must be 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ISO-9000 & 9001 quality standards.
• Active IPC-A-610 & IPC-J-STD-001 certification.

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 35 lbs; carry 15 lbs; sit 10%; stand 60%; walk 40%.

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 Colorado, is $20.50-$35.00.*

*Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

Application window will remain open until qualified candidates have been identified.

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 EEO is the Law Poster and the EEO is the Law Poster Supplement. Please also refer to the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.