Technical Instructor 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. 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.

Our Perks and 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. 

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Job Descriptions:

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:

Reporting to the Operations Training Manager, the Technical Instructor 2 is a core team member of the Silfex Operations Training Team who conducts training courses for operations employees including ERP system training, manufacturing processes, and other topics determined by business needs. Creates and facilitates technical training courses for operations employees subjects such as multiple tools, compliance and safety topics, and manufacturing processes. Interacts with new hires and functional organizations to develop specifications for content of courses. Prepares and delivers training. Instructs participants in both classroom, virtual, and hands-on sessions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and create learning experiences applying adult learning techniques
• Conduct train the trainer sessions
• Promote facilitation and learning and development best practices
• Deliver training and handle administrative tasks
• Consult with SMEs to design and deliver effective and engaging course content as assigned
• Determine and create appropriate learning experience for the key performance indicator (eLearning, classroom training, virtual environment training)
• Actively learn and apply basic knowledge of Silfex manufacturing required technical skills, compliance requirements, and safety knowledge
• Support and creates materials for hands-on training
• Leverage data informed decision making to make improvements for future iterations of training.
• Build relationships with key business partners through strong customer service and collaboration to meet their company goals and project outcomes.
• Support and perform administrative tasks to support training systems as required
• Prepare training reports as requested
• Draft and collaborate on training department communication (e.g. class announcements).
•  Perform as an active team member of the Silfex Operations Training Team
• Promote and practice company’s mission and values

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 to 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.

• Minimum of 2 years as classroom instructor, coach or facilitator, skills training lead, or similar with a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Semiconductor industry knowledge a plus
• Intermediate computer literacy and basic systems
• Proficient with MS Office applications such as PowerPoint and Excel
• Ability to learn video creation and editing software
• Ability to learn how to use eLearning creation software
• Experience using Microsoft Teams
• Experience with creation of technical training curriculum
• Basic project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage time, detail-oriented, and organized
• Practical experience working with cross functional teams
• Experience using problem-solving tools and/or continuous improvement practices
• Communicate effectively with other technical roles (operations stakeholders)
• Comfortable with working independently
• Comfortable in a demanding, fast-paced, ever-changing work environment

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 sometimes required to wear respiratory protection.
  
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.

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.