Quality Inspector 2

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.

About the role

Join Silfex as a Quality Inspector and be at the core of our mission for exceptional quality. In this role, you’ll use your attention to detail and basic math and computer skills to ensure our products meet the highest standards. Working alongside experienced professionals, you’ll learn inspection procedures and grow your expertise, all while making a direct impact on customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Know and understand specification criteria and perform inspections on parts to ensure they meet specifications.
• Understand and complete all documentation requirements for inspections as performed.
• Read and understand work instructions to determine procedure for testing.
• Commit to ongoing development and competence of job functions.
• Perform tasks under direct supervision during the training cycle.
• Effectively communicate information at shift change.
• Perform daily check on the profilometer and check calibration date on all machines.
• Shut down and restart all machines.
• Read and understand part drawings.
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of Silfex Quality Management System and properly apply Quality and Operating Procedures as appropriate.
• Ensure the cleanliness and order of inspection and test stations.
• Report any unsafe conditions to Silfex management, including the Manufacturing Manager, EHS Manager, and/or Director of Manufacturing.
• Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S.
• Display a positive attitude and strong work ethic that reflects the Mission and Core Values of Silfex.
• Create and maintain a culture where workplace safety is part of everything we do.
• Model and follow all company safety policies, reporting any incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to Silfex management.
• Wear all PPE as required by work area or job function.
• Communicate boldly as well as effectively with empathy and respect to inspire teamwork and collaboration vertically and horizontally within Silfex.
• Demonstrate ownership of continuous improvement ideas and activities.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness, housekeeping and 5S within work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or a General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Minimum of 1 year of previous manufacturing Quality Assurance experience or related experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Basic proficiency in operating computers, including navigating software and web-based platforms.
• Work effectively as an individual and in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail is required.
• Quality and safety minded.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to perform successfully under supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of inspection criteria.
• Strong shop math skills.
• Microsoft Office experience (specifically Excel).
• Knowledge of 5S and Lean manufacturing.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather), fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.
• Frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Moderate noise level in the environment.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, walk, sit, stand, talk, or hear.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly required to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Moderate noise level in the environment.

Schedule

A Shift: 6am - 6pm

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.