Chemline Technician Lead (1st Shift)

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today!

UCT is looking for a talented Technician Lead to join us in Phoenix, AZ!

The Technician Lead works in our Advanced Technology Cleaning Centers (ATCC)® to process and clean (eliminating micro-contamination) our customers’ new and in process tool chamber parts. These manufacturing processes may use various machines, processes, and chemicals to meet the varying needs of chemistry, material composition, and coatings of different parts components. Processes may take place in a cleanroom or chemical processing environment. He/she may receive, package, bag, inspect, and ship parts. Safety is our number one priority. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required to avoid exposure and protect the individual. The Production Lead Technician follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Quality processes and assists the Production Supervisor to ensure all employees are following the safety protocols.

• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• The Team Leader is responsible for assisting Production Supervisor regarding safety, quality, and overall production of our customers product.
• The Team Leader must demonstrate integrity, dependability, leadership, excellent problem-solving skills, and an overall general knowledge of the facility and parts cleaning.
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Follows all safety rules and policies and assists Production Supervisor on ensuring employees are following proper safety and regulatory policies.
• Leads and assists in directing production workflow through each department.
• Monitors job and ensures quality and production standards are met.
• Develops and assists with training of employees within each department as needed.
• Looks for and makes suggestions to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and organization of work and methods.
• Assists Production Supervisor to monitors KPI’s and goals and assists in developing action plans of improvement.
• Demonstrates the ability to work within the team environment by participating in the resolution of problems, participation in team meetings, enables associates to work together toward area goals.
• Participates in the daily activities of the team such as safety, housekeeping, and other tasks as needed.
• Documents all safety, quality, personnel, and equipment issues, and informs the Production Supervisor
• Performs other duties as required by Production Supervisor.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

• Ability to take SPC measurements and log data.
• 3 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing processes or materials, or equivalent relevant experience is preferred.
• Experience in parts cleaning and coating technologies is desired.
• Kaizen or Lean training a major plus.
• Quality Assurance experience.
• Previous experience in the Parts cleaning industry a major plus.
• Computer literate, knowledge of MS word and excel is preferred.
  
  

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
  
  

Educational/Certification Requirement

• High school diploma or GED. Technical associate degree or some college preferred.
• Manufacturing team leader or supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to handle repetitive work and provide fast turn-around on production related to masking, wiping, processing parts.
• Good verbal and written communications.
• Must be computer literate, in particular Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule including some weekend and evening work.
• Must be able to wear work area gowning and other required PPE.
• Team player & Positive attitude required.
  
  

Experience Requirement

Work Experience:

• 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment; leadership experience preferred.
• Previous experience in parts clean in preferred.
  
  

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: This section is required for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA).

Criteria

Work Environment:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Works in a manufacturing, and chemical environment.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for extended periods, kneel, reach, walk, push, pull and grasp.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 35 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Ability to move arms, hands, and fingers.
• Ability to stand for sustained periods of time.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment.
• Prolonged standing with some sitting and bending intermittently during work hours.
• Subject to interruptions.
  
  

Environmental Exposure

• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Subject to hazards including electrical current, moving mechanical parts, exposure to chemicals and debris.
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from manufacturing equipment, compressed air, etc.
  
  

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $26.20 and $39.38/hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including variable pay and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO (Paid Time Off) and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these additional compensation and benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. 

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.