Weekend Semiconductor Analyst Jobs in Chicago, IL

SUMMARY:

This position reports directly to the Manufacturing Manager. This person will drive efficiency, earned hours, OTD, reduce scrap, and assist with lowing past dues on the production floor. This position will coach, mentor, and develop production associates. Support all departments, including programming, engineering, planning, customer service, and quality. Day to day will be 80% plus on the production floor monitoring progress, challenging cycle times, monitor QC gage usage and drive implementation of company directives. This person will be a direct liaison from office to the floor. Working side by side with the manufacturing manager to achieve company goals and objectives. Gemba walks with the manufacturing manager and director of operations daily. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must be a team player as measured by his/her peers.
• Establish and maintain safe working environment.
• Develop and plan jobs by setting priority and assigning appropriate skill level to produce a quality product in spec and on time.
• Implement processes to improve ability to produce a quality product in spec and on time.
• Communicate and implement company policies, procedures, and objectives. Facilitate the flow of fact-based information.
• Provide technical assistance, guidance, and instructions as needed to all leads.
• Continuous improvement activity using the Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve & Control (DMAIC) methodology or Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) cycle.
• Comprehensive knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of blueprint reading, GD&T
• Recommend improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures, and working conditions.
• Establish maintenance requirements for equipment and facility in conjunction with Engineering and Maintenance personnel. Ensure timely maintenance is performed and proper records are maintained.
• Assess employee performance, provide frequent constructive feedback to employees, and conduct performance reviews. Implement corrective and disciplinary action as warranted.
• Identify and implement necessary personnel coaching, training, and development to upgrade and maintain employee skill levels to keep pace with current and future company requirements.
• Measure and manage productivity and the allocation of resources, including the control of overtime and hiring of personnel.
• Review CNC machine part programs, tooling aids, and machine set ups to ensure optimum output from resources, employee relations.
• Confer with supervisor and Programmers regarding drawings, sketches, and design data of a part to determine dimension and configuration of tool path(s)
• Coordinate production activities with other departments to optimize team members, schedules, and production.
• Maintain effective interface with other operations supervisors and other departments (i.e.; Planning, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Customer Service) to optimize production and process improvement activity.
• Work to continuously improve in all areas such as safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certification and compliance.
• Safety and OSHA compliance

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 10 to 15 years of progressive operational and management experience
• Relevant industry experience in the manufacturing of Medical Device and Semiconductor equipment
• Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook
• Must have experience in the use of ERP system
• Proven track record in the management of manufacturing operations, engineering, and quality assurance
• Provide supervisory support above normal working hours and on weekends as needed.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

DESIRED:

• Work experience in a fast -paced manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Scheduling and Shop Control planning system such as Epicor is a plus
• Someone who proactively addresses concerns and potential issues prior to them negatively impacting business 
• Someone who is personally committed to owning the outcome of identified results with a proven record of success and ownership when achieving goals 
• A strong initiative with the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• A problem solver with a solution focused mindset