Technician, Manufacturing Operations-21

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Position Summary

As a member of the Manufacturing Operations Shift Technician team, the employee is responsible for performing activities that improve the flow of production through sections of the line, during their shift, while achieving world class speed and quality. Responsible for performing functions associated with all manufacturing and/or system operations, such as working with engineers on tool and PRC performance. Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate data-based block, tool and PRC performance.

Duties of a Manufacturing Technician include but are not limited to troubleshooting advanced production issues through the use of a computer; making high-level decisions based on best known methods or operation procedures; tracking, documenting, and communicating production roadblocks; and working as a team leader with outside departments to improve manufacturing performance. As a member of Manufacturing Operations, having high energy with a focus on safety, quality, and speed is necessary.

Role and Responsibilities

Here's What You'll Be Responsible For:

Use extensive knowledge of Samsung specific scheduling and reporting systems as well as Manufacturing knowledge to improve factory bottlenecks as well as perform general troubleshooting tasks and testing related to these systems.

Routinely conducts intermediate data analysis of manufacturing metrics (WPD, tool output, rundown, etc.)

Pinpoint bottleneck areas and take actions to help improve line movement and line balance.

Conduct intermediate troubleshooting and root cause investigation of production roadblocks up to the 1st and 2nd order of a catalyst event.

Effectively communicate status updates and help needs to upper-level management withing the department.

Work as a team leader both within and outside of the department.

Serve as a lead/backup supervisor depending on business need.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's What You'll Need:

Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Education and Experience: 3+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing

Competencies:

• Intermediate computer skills (>30 WPM typing ability)
• Self-motivated and strong critical thinking skills
• Strong familiarity with Samsung automation and reporting systems
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft programs (excel, PowerPoint, word)
• Ability to both follow and create documented procedures
• Knowledge of manufacturing metrics (rundown, queue times, TAT, movement)
• Excellent organizational skills

Effective communication and presentation skills.

The current base salary range for this role is between $20.50 - $26.00/hour. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

This position may include access to controlled information or technology under U.S. export control laws.  Employment may be contingent on either the applicant verifying that the applicant falls under the “U.S. Person” definition (including U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or the employer timely obtaining any necessary export license under federal law.

The employer evaluates export licensing on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion, as export license applications can take many weeks to process.