Machine Operator Lead

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Location:

Colorado Springs, CO

Positions: 3 – Colorado Springs, Elkton (Day Shift 7am – 7pm);
Colorado Springs, Elkton (Night Shift 7pm – 7am);
Colorado Springs Federal (Night Shift 7pm – 7am)

The Production Lead must be comfortable directing operators in accordance with company policy and will report any violations to the Production Supervisor. While a strong candidate will exhibit qualities of a leader, they must also be able to perform all operator functions. This means they must be capable of operating a variety of automatic or semi-automatic manufacturing machines including robotic assembly equipment used in the production of the company's semiconductor products.

• Daily Operations & Coordination (40%)
  • Sets daily team goals in accord with processing demands; organizes staff to efficiently produce required weekly output
  • Understands tool utilization and maximization for greater output
  • Understands process flow and can identify needs and abundances; rearranges workforce and requests assistance as needed to resolve
  • Oversees daily passdown from previous shift
• Equipment Operation & Hands‑on Production (30%)
  • Operates traditional fab equipment; wafer saw and grind equipment
  • Follows proper wafer handling guidelines; handles thin wailers and can correct Operators if guidelines are not being followed
  • Sets up and operates assigned production equipment striving to achieve goals for quality, efficiency and productivity
  • Performs first‑level maintenance
• Quality & Compliance (15%)
  • Checks and inspects operation results against predetermined tolerances
  • Understands and identifies defects in accordance with applicable workmanship
  • Must have a working knowledge of all OP's for audits and CAR's
• Team Development & Support (10%)
  • Keeps a pulse on employee needs and personnel issues; intervenes and/or seeks HR/Operations Manager support
  • Assists with training
  • Encourages sharing of best practices within the team; breaks down barriers to teamwork; resolves conflict effectively
• Cross‑functional Collaboration (5%)
  • Interfaces with engineering, management, and maintenance
  • Proactively establishes and maintains effective working team relationships with all support departments
  • Builds trust, values others, communicates effectively, and collaborates with others

• 1–3 years of machine operating experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• Must be able to work compressed work shifts and have the ability to attend possible meetings/classes off shift
• Standing for 12‑hour shift
• Lift up to 50 lbs

• Good mechanical aptitude, vision/finger dexterity and attention to detail
• Ability to read and comprehend component part markings and polarity
• Ability to interpret Engineering Documentation and work instructions
• Professional and positive communication skills
• Comprehensive Lean Manufacturing knowledge preferred

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Semiconductor Manufacturing

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A reasonable estimate of the hourly pay for this position is $23.00 – $26.00. Salary determination considers qualifications, skills, education, experience, location, and other elements of compensation.

The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.