Machine Operator / Graphite Materials Preparation

Job TitleJoin Applied Materials and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry.Salary: $20.00 - $27.50Location: Tempe, AZYour Key ResponsibilitiesCan safely operate most of the major shop tools including Forklift, and Cranes) performing basic operations in producing prototype parts, production parts, modifications and repairs to existing parts and assemblies.Supports in-house customers, such as manufacturing, engineering, business units. Portrays a customer service approach. Interfaces effectively and courteously with customers and co-workers.Utilizes Work Orders, blueprints, sketches, written and verbal instructions to determine machining process, procedures, tooling and fixtures requirements.Performs a variety of machining and/or assembly tasks utilizing standard machine shop equipment, such as surface grinders, drill presses, grinders, sanders, band saws, routers, and/or standard power tools.Plans and performs complex machine set-ups.

Possesses a good working knowledge of trigonometry, which is required to accurately calculate angles used in set-ups and machining. Makes full use of machine capacity to minimize amount of machining or number of set-ups required to product parts competitively.Can nest parts to maximize material efficiency reducing waste.Plans and performs moderately complex machine set-ups. Possesses a basic knowledge of trigonometry, which is required to accurately calculate angles used in set-ups and machining.Maintains cleanliness of the work area and ensures proper handling of tools, equipment, and stock to prevent loss.

Conforms to departmental safety requirements.RequirementsEducation: High School Diploma/GEDExperience: 4 - 7 YearsFunctional Knowledge - Has developed proficiency in a range of processes or procedures to carry out assigned tasksBusiness Expertise - Has a basic understanding of how the team integrates with othersLeadership - May provide informal guidance and support to more junior team membersProblem Solving - Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on existing precedents or proceduresImpact - Impacts the quality of own work and its contribution to the teamInterpersonal Skills - Uses communication skills to regularly exchange informationOther Requirements: This is a very physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time operating surface Grinders to grind graphite, walking, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts.Additional InformationTime Type: Full timeEmployee Type: Assignee / RegularTravel: NoRelocation Eligible: NoThe salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users.

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