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Machine Operator III (O3) - Purification, Sonification CLN, CVD

Job ID
R2513171
Date posted
04/11/2025
Location
Tempe, Arizona
Category
Manufacturing
  • General Profile:Has developed expertise typically developed through a combination of job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience. Typically acts as a lead, coordinating the work of others- but not a supervisor. Works autonomously within established procedures and practices.


Key Responsibilities

  • Can safely operate all of the major shop tools (CNC Router, Laser, Water Jet, Sheet Metal Brake, Teflon Press, Manual Mill,  Manual Lathe, Fork Lift 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. 

Other Requirements: This is a very physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, 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.

Functional Knowledge

  • Has developed a specialized level of skill to perform assigned tasks

Business Expertise

  • Has a good understanding of how related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives

Leadership

  • Serves as team lead, may allocate work and provide subject matter guidance to more junior team members

Problem Solving

  • Exercises judgment, based on previous experience, practices and precedents, to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent

Impact

  • Impacts the effectiveness of own team and closely related teams

Interpersonal Skills

  • Exchanges ideas and information effectively; uses tact and diplomacy when dealing with others

Education:High School Diploma/GED

Experience:7 - 10 Years

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma/GED

Skills

Machine Operations, Machinery Operation

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

7 - 10 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Shift:

10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

U.S. Salary Range:

$20.00 - $27.50

The 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.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.