Job Description

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.

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; to learn more about the benefits Silfex offers for this position check out:

https://www.lambenefits.com/

Join our team and help us connect the world and support the technology of the future! 

Essential Function:

The Industrial Engineer role reports directly to Automation and Design Engineering Manager and supports the Silfex manufacturing sites in Springfield, OH & Eaton, OH. 

In this role, the Industrial Engineer will leverage systems thinking to critically assess and identify improvement opportunities with our manufacturing processes, develop recommendations aligned with our short- and long-term automation strategy, and collaborate closely with the Automation Engineering team to bring these automated systems/solutions to reality.  You will also support development of project scope, financial models/analysis and calculate the ROI for automated production systems.

You will impact a variety of manufacturing processes including, but not limited to, CNC, EDM, Wire Slicing, Chemical Etch, and Cleaning. You will work cross-functionally with others in Engineering, Manufacturing Operations and Maintenance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct time studies on the floor for key processes and develop performance standards for automated systems using Lean manufacturing techniques.
• Analyze current automation standards, processes, data and provide insights for areas of improvement (ergonomics, OEE, cycle time, product handling/quality)
• Support production floor in re-engineering of existing automated systems, as well as designing and implementing ergonomic improvements.
• Co-ordinate cross functional teams to review and analyze processes for improvement opportunities, model workflow to support growth and develop future state automated production systems.
• Support team in development and designing of automation-centric plant layout.
• Develop reliability systems for existing and future automated systems.
• Carry out special projects and additional duties as assigned in a safe manner.

Culture:

• 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.  Provide the safest possible workplace to our employees by modeling and following 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.
• Communication – Begin with the end in mind – Communicate boldly as well as effectively with empathy and respect to inspire teamwork and collaboration vertically and horizontally within Silfex.
• Assist in applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S.  Demonstrate ownership of continuous improvement ideas and activities.  Maintain organization and cleanliness, housekeeping and 5S 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in industrial engineering or equivalent engineering discipline with a minimum of 5 years of production & industrial engineering experience within a discrete manufacturing environment.
• Expertise with Humantech or similar ergonomics software, preferred.
• Project management experience, preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.  
• Effective Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• CAD (2D & 3D) experience preferred
• Experience with business intelligence tools such as Power BI.
• Experience or formal training in data analytics, including data structuring, statistical modelling and simulation techniques.

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 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 regularly is required to lift up to 25 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 working 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. Employee is required to meet all PPE requirements as outlined in Silfex procedures.