Sr. Manager- Technical Training

Silfex, a Lam Research Company; Town of Springfield (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Silfex Inc., A Lam Research Company in Wisconsin is seeking a Sr. Mgr, Technical Training to lead the development and execution of training programs across the Operations workforce in a dynamic manufacturing environment, driving rapid scaling and performance improvements.

You will partner with operations, HR, and IT to build skills matrices, certify trainers, and ensure ISO‑compliant training, using learning management systems and external resources to meet production goals while controlling

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 6 or more years of management experience.
• 5+ years' combined educational and job experience in a manufacturing or learning & development discipline.
• Experience developing and administering training within a manufacturing environment.
• Consultative approach and high level of confidence in influencing people with no direct authority relationship.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to rapidly changing requirements with respect to content and approach.
• Knowledge of industrial/manufacturing processes, human factors, and organizational behaviors.
• Demonstrate practical application of effective training methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to apply project management fundamentals and tools.
• Strong verbal, written communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage complex processes and projects, work under tight time constraints and effectively work in a matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaboratively develops strategies specifically with respect to reducing the cycle time for new employee to 80% productivity goal.
• Coordinates with the Operations leadership team and functional leaders to develop critical skills matrices and training syllabi to support skill progression and cross-training.
• Leverages interactive technology solutions, as well as, outside sources to support training requirements. Including the integration of learning management solutions to document detailed training plans and status of training across the organization.
• Coordinates and collaborates with HR and IT on content alignment, scalability, and infrastructure requirements to ensure the delivery of robust training solutions.
• Manages the planning and coordination of training calendars, attendance and project milestones critical to the design, delivery, and oversight of training.
• Collaborate with value stream managers, supervisors, and plant operations managers to manage and develop certification programs across value streams and manufacturing cells.
• Establish tools and programs to develop trainers within the Silfex organization including certifying trainers.
• Coach trainers as needed to complete development and achieve certification.
• Maintain compliance with documentation and competency of training required by ISO standards and learning management system administration.
• Collect feedback, measure training effectiveness, develop/implement corrective actions and report results to management.

Skills

Training Strategy

Staff Development

Manufacturing Training

Learning & Development

Cross-functional Collaboration

Project Management

ISO Compliance

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of management experience

MBA or master’s degree in Training Development or related field

Tools

Learning Management Systems

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. 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.

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: Sr. Mgr, Technical Training

Essential Function: Accountable to the Senior Director of Operations for developing strategies to enable rapid scaling within the Silfex Operations workforce (dynamic manufacturing environment). Directs the development and implementation of training and development programs/activities throughout the Operations function to meet performance entitlements, production goals, and cost objectives within and across a matrixed organization. Responsible for ensuring training programs meet company objectives. Leverages outside sources to supplement training offerings and frequency while maximizing the use of internal resources.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaboratively develops strategies specifically with respect to reducing the cycle time for new employee to 80% productivity goal.
• Coordinates with the Operations leadership team and functional leaders to develop critical skills matrices and training syllabi to support skill progression and cross-training.
• Leverages interactive technology solutions, as well as, outside sources to support training requirements. Including the integration of learning management solutions to document detailed training plans and status of training across the organization.
• Coordinates and collaborates with HR and IT on content alignment, scalability, and infrastructure requirements to ensure the delivery of robust training solutions.
• Manages the planning and coordination of training calendars, attendance and project milestones critical to the design, delivery, and oversight of training.
• Collaborate with value stream managers, supervisors, and plant operations managers to manage and develop certification programs across value streams and manufacturing cells.
• Establish tools and programs to develop trainers within the Silfex organization including certifying trainers.
• Coach trainers as needed to complete development and achieve certification.
• Maintain compliance with documentation and competency of training required by ISO standards and learning management system administration.
• Collect feedback, measure training effectiveness, develop/implement corrective actions and report results to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 6 or more years of management experience
• 5+ years' combined educational and job experience in a manufacturing or learning & development discipline. (Emphasis on manufacturing job experience)
• Experience developing and administering training within a manufacturing environment.
• Consultative approach and high level of confidence in influencing people with no direct authority relationship
• Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to rapidly changing requirements with respect to content and approach.
• Knowledge of industrial/manufacturing processes, human factors, and organizational behaviors.
• Demonstrate practical application of effective training methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to apply project management fundamentals and tools.
• Strong verbal, written communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage complex processes and projects, work under tight time constraints and effectively work in a matrixed environment.
• Experience working with all levels of an organization (manufacturing floor associates to General Manager)
• Demonstrated strategic development and deployment skills

Key Competencies candidate must possess for success

• Organizational Skills
• Action oriented
• Business Acumen
• Conflict Management
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Managerial Courage
• Motivating Others
• Organizational Agility
• Planning
• Priority Setting
• Drive for ResultsTime Management
• Written Communications

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or master’s degree in Training Development, Industrial/Organization Psychology, Education or other training and development discipline.
• Experience in leading in a fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Experience in semiconductor fabrication or other high-tech industry.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and advanced manufacturing methodologies.
• Proficiency in Learning Management Systems.Experience in learning delivery for different learning types.
• Ability to travel internationally at least 25%

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.