Production Specialist

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 20,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology, Inc.

People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.

Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.

Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!

Job Description:

We are looking for a Production Specialist to join our Assembly/Test team in Lowell, MA! The Production Specialist will perform a number of complex electro-mechanical assembly tasks in the production of semiconductor devices by following written specifications and performing multiple operations.

Responsibilities:

• Performs a number of complex electro-mechanical assembly tasks
• Component board population, both through-hole and surface mount.
• Assemble modules and subassemblies using approved soldering, wiring/ cabling, connector installation, and bonding
• Top level system integration of PCBAs, modules, subassemblies, components and housings.
• De-soldering and rework of failed components on PCBAs, modules, and subassemblies.
• Chemical cleaning of PCBAs, metals, housings, mechanical parts.
• UV curing of epoxies and conformal coatings.
• Masking and conformal coating of boards.
• Perform rework and repairs of materials to IPC standards.
• Performs tasks associated with use of process ovens for curing and cleaning of parts.   
• Hand-soldering of advanced PCBAs
• May assist in the training of less experienced technicians
• Adhere to all safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly working area.
• Adhere to all production schedules and established procedures.
• Recording of all defects in the quality database and Product Life Management system

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Ability to multi-task while paying careful attention to detail
• Prior success working both individually and in a team environment
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal direction
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow detailed work specifications
• Excellent listening skills
• Adaptability to frequent change and improvements
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential
• Ability to wear the required Protective Equipment
• Basic computer, math and reading comprehension skills
• You must be 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED

• 2+ years of business experience, preferably working in a manufacturing environment.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Highly motivated and ability to work well with people.
• Aptitude to learn new skills.
• Ability to communicate well, both verbal and written.
• Ability to perform basic math skills.
• Ability to process travelers and specifications.
• Steady eye to hand coordination and good observation skills.
• Good hand and finger dexterity to handle wafers without damaging them.

U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

Travel Time:

No Travel

Physical Attributes:

Carrying, Crouching, Feeling, Foot Controls, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Noise and/or vibration, Other, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

Able to lift, push, pull, 25lbs, carry 15lbs, sit 10%, stand 60% walk 40 %, must be able to perform activities that include stooping, reaching, handling, hearing, talking, seeing, work alone, work around others.

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the EEO is the Law Poster and the EEO is the Law Poster Supplement. Please also refer to the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.