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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. So we recognize and celebrate our teams' achievements. 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.
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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.
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Job Descriptions:
Job Description
From smart phones 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.
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.
The successful candidate for this position will become eligible for a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits. Click here to learn more about the benefits Silfex offers for this position: www.lambenefits.com.
Join our team and help us connect the world and support the technology of the future!
Essential Function:
As the Senior Manager of the Crystal Growing and Shaping operations you will be responsible for providing leadership and guidance to team of highly skilled leaders. This person will formulate and recommend policies and programs which guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and the profitability of the operation. They will also direct activities so that products are manufactured on schedule and within quality standards and cost objectives and enforce standards and procedures. The Senior Manager will communicate information to Crystal Growing staff and parent company as appropriate and manages any construction related and expansion projects. The CZ and Shaping department play a key role internal to Silfex operations as the supplier of material to the rest of the organization.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages manufacturing to ensure that products are produced in a timely and cost-effective manner. Ensures orders are manufactured according to specifications and quality standards are met. Ensures compliance with internal controls by auditing and verifying records, reports, and practices.
• Ensures standards for product quality, equipment and operator performance are maintained and that cost-effective technology is used to maximize production. Ensures fixed assets are preserved. Will have signing authority level to approve purchases. Initiates recommendations on purchases of new equipment and improvements to plant property.
• Advises Sr. Director of Operations on labor issues including safety, security, employee relations, scheduling, and training. Ensures supervisors and managers are adhering to company policy and administering practices in a fair and equitable manner.
• Oversees the organization of the production schedule by studying order specifications, current schedule, and availability of equipment, materials, and employees. Resolves production scheduling problems by collecting and analyzing information and coordinating solutions.
• Ensures that departments support/follow the Company Values, Vision, & Mission.
• Ensures that departments follow POR's and obtain the proper engineering support to determine if a requested change falls within POR requirements.
• Ensures that departments use Engineering Test Plans for any proposed changes.
• Eligible to receive deemed exports of EAR or ITAR controlled technology.
• Maintains adequate staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees. Maintains staff results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results. Resolves conflict among team members. Consults with Human Resources as appropriate.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Works with accounting in setting and determining operating budgets, developing variance targets, and inventory plans.
• Ensures that company set operating metrics are visible and are used as a tool to improve operations.
• Drive and manage improvement effort such as 6S and Lean Manufacturing.
• Supports both plant locations.
• Maintains inter- and intradepartmental workflow by fostering a spirit of cooperation.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of the Silfex Quality Management System and properly apply Quality Procedures and Operating Procedures as appropriate.
• Carry out special projects and all other additional duties as assigned.
• Follow all company safety policies and report any unsafe conditions to Manufacturing Manager, EHS Manager, and/ or Director of Manufacturing.
• Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 6S.

• Demonstrated ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry; able to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports with a basic understanding of accounting principles, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, as well as ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Culture:

• Always display a positive attitude and strong work ethic that reflects the Mission and Core Values of Silfex.
• Dedication to workplace safety within our company is unmatched and a priority across everything that we do. To provide the safest possible work environment, proper safety procedures must be consistently modeled and adhered to. By following the company safety policies, and immediately reporting any incidents or unsafe conditions to Silfex management, a safe workplace can be maintained. Wear all PPE as required by work area or job function.
• Communication -Begin with the end in mind- Communicating openly is a paramount of Silfex's core values and an integral key to success. Candidly communicate with fellow employees to foster mutual trust and respect. Strive to initiate honest conversations while still maintaining empathy and consideration for others. Inspire teamwork and collaboration vertically and horizontally within Silfex by advocating for effective feedback and discussion.
• Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 6S. Demonstrate ownership of continuous improvement ideas and activities. Maintain organization and cleanliness, housekeeping and 6S within work area. Maintain these areas at the highest degree possible while responsibly escalating any maintenance issues.

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is required with 6-8 years of management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. An advanced degree preferred.
• Understanding of Lean/TPS concepts and philosophies. Prefer direct experience in an environment using TPS/Lean.
• Ability to think strategically and develop operational plans.
• Experience presenting to large groups at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to lead and facilitate progressive change and deal effectively with all levels of management and in alignment with the Core Values.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and assignments.
• Excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills. Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, verbally and in writing, to individuals at all levels and to cross-functional groups.
• Good working knowledge of computer applications such as ERP/MRP, outlook, excel and word.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to define and solve technical problems.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

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.
Part of the physical activity for this job involves working near a strong magnetic field, therefore no pacemakers, implanted defibrillators, metal implants, loose metal objects, hearing aids allowed.
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.