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Job Description:
Microchip has an opportunity on the compressed Back Night shift for a Production Supervisor at our Fab 4 facility in Gresham, Oregon. This position is responsible for staffing, supervising and developing non-exempt employees in a clean room manufacturing environment. The Production Supervisor sets and monitors WIP priorities to meet production goals and continuously improve upon production systems. They must also support Microchip's Guiding Values while monitoring, evaluating and providing performance feedback to Production Specialists.
Job Description
Supervise Production Specialists in a fast paced clean-room manufacturing facility
Flex work schedule to accommodate production operations
Monitor and take appropriate action to meet production goals in a manner consistent with Microchip’s Guiding Values and Fab 4 culture
Perform administrative duties such as record keeping, Workday timekeeping validation, training, performance evaluation, employee development and employee discipline
Effectively lead and drive continuous and quality related improvements, cost reduction measures and barrier removal teams
Actively engage in project management responsibilities and support a wide range of production group projects
Adhere to and support clean-room and safety requirements
Requirements/Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
3+ years of supervisory (direct and/or direct lead) experience
Knowledge of manufacturing operations
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Must demonstrate effective leadership skills, particularly in the performance management and career development of Production Specialists
Ability to resolve conflicts, meet deadlines, manage production activities and effectively multi-task
Knowledgeable in employee engagement and team building skills
Knowledge of professional ethics, including confidentiality policy
Creative thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Strong organization, documentation and writing skills
Effective communicator to a wide range of groups , including written, oral, public speaking and presentation skills
Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheets, internet access and E-mail
Regular and predictable attendance
Preferred Qualifications
BS/BA degree
Supervisory experience in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment
Special Qualifications
May need to attend work related meetings on unscheduled days
Critical Physical Requirements
Able to lift 20 lbs; push, pull approximately 50 lbs; carry 20 lbs; sit 60%; stand 20%; walk 20%; must be able to perform activities that include climbing, bending at waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching,reaching, crawling, handling, feeling, hearing, talking, seeing. Work environment could include slippery surfaces, noise or vibrations, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, fumes or odors.
This is a Safety Sensitive position.
This position is not eligible for Microchip immigration sponsorship.Travel Time:
0% - 25%Physical Attributes:
Carrying, Feeling, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Supervises Others, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around OthersPhysical Requirements:
Able to lift 20 lbs; push, pull approximately 50 lbs; carry 20 lbs; sit 60%; stand 20%; walk 20%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 Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.
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.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of supervisory or direct-lead experience
- Knowledge of manufacturing operations
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Effective leadership skills in performance management and career development
- Conflict resolution, deadline management, production activity management, and multitasking skills
- Employee engagement and team-building skills
- Knowledge of professional ethics and confidentiality policies
- Creative thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Strong organization, documentation, and writing skills
- Effective written, oral, public speaking, and presentation communication skills
- Computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheets, internet access, and email
- Regular and predictable attendance
- BS or BA degree
- Supervisory experience in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment
- Ability to lift 20 pounds and push or pull approximately 50 pounds
- Ability to perform required physical activities, including climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, crawling, and handling
Microchip Technology Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage starts on the first day, and some sites provide on‑site clinics and fitness centers. Health insurance is characterized as generally positive and, in some cases, low‑cost.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan with a 15% discount and look‑back and broad‑based RSUs are available to employees. Active participation and company disclosures indicate these equity programs are widely accessible.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company match is offered across U.S. locations. Employer‑verified listings and location pages corroborate the availability of retirement benefits.
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What We Do
Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading semiconductor supplier of smart, connected and secure embedded control solutions. Its easy-to-use development tools and comprehensive product portfolio enable customers to create optimal designs which reduce risk while lowering total system cost and time to market. The company’s solutions serve more than 125,000 customers across the industrial, automotive, consumer, aerospace and defense, communications and computing markets. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Microchip offers outstanding technical support along with dependable delivery and quality.









