Supervisor, Production

Semtech•Colorado Springs, CO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Semtech is seeking a Production Supervisor to support its Colorado Springs manufacturing facility. The supervisor oversees a production workforce involved in advanced packaging of wafer- and die-level silicon products. Working with Operations and Production Management, the supervisor translates current demands and upcoming needs into daily operational goals and operator priorities, identifies obstacles, and seeks help from management, engineering, or maintenance to resolve them. The position supervises operators, directs work in accordance with company policy, and reports violations to HR. The supervisor must also be capable of performing operator functions, including operating automatic and semi-automatic manufacturing machines and robotic assembly equipment. This role works directly for the Production Manager to support safe, timely, and cost-effective manufacturing execution and delivery. It includes setting and supporting production, quality, and cost objectives; staffing and developing personnel; addressing schedule disruptions; enforcing safety and cleanroom procedures; supporting training and audits; and operating production equipment. The role is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and is designated as onsite. The schedule is a night shift from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with compressed shifts and possible meetings or classes on unscheduled days. The position is non-exempt and eligible for quarterly bonuses and applicable shift differentials. The estimated pay range is $55,000–$70,000. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, personal time off, and other benefits.

Requirements

2–5 years of operator experience.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
Broad training in a related field, usually acquired through college-level education or work-related experience.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to work compressed shifts and possibly attend meetings or classes on unscheduled days.
Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook skills.
Ability to stand for a 12-hour shift and lift up to 50 pounds.
Strong knowledge of assembly, testing, and packaging processes, as well as quality management principles.
Leadership and interpersonal skills to motivate, coach, and train team members according to individual learning needs.
Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Attention to detail and commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
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.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage time and priorities effectively.
Ability to operate a variety of automatic or semi-automatic manufacturing machines, including robotic assembly equipment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Work directly with the Production Manager on manufacturing matters to ensure safe, on-time, and cost-effective manufacturing execution and delivery.
Ensure production-area activities meet production goals and support quality and cost objectives.
Resolve labor and material shortages, backlogs, and other potential schedule interruptions, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Select and develop personnel; communicate job expectations; and plan, monitor, appraise, and review job contributions.
Maintain a safe, incident- and injury-free work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Work in a cleanroom and follow cleanroom protocols, including safe chemical-handling practices.
Maintain knowledge of applicable OPs and CARs for audits.
Write work instructions and operating procedures as required.
Oversee production department training requirements.
Interface with engineering, management, and maintenance.
Set up and operate assigned production equipment to meet quality, efficiency, and productivity goals.
Understand and identify defects in accordance with applicable workmanship standards.
Maintain reports reflecting scheduling, methods, support performance, and process procedures.
Perform and direct 5S activities.
Oversee daily passdowns from the previous shift.
Perform Production Technician duties when other shift duties do not take precedence.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.