Employment Opportunities

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SilcoTek named one of the best places to work in Pennsylvania in 2018.

SilcoTek has been named one of the Best Places to Work in PA for 2018. The awards program, created in 2000, is one of the first statewide programs of its kind in the country. Companies from across the state entered the two-part process to determine the 100 Best Places to Work in PA. SilcoTek will be recognized at the Best Places to Work in PA awards banquet on Thursday, November 29, 2018, at the Lancaster County Convention Center in Lancaster, PA. Rankings will be revealed at the ceremony. This survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best places of employment in Pennsylvania, who are benefiting the state's economy and workforce. We are excited to be recognized for this award  and pride ourselves in our employees enjoying coming to work as much as they enjoy going home.

At SilcoTek^®, we believe that a successful company is defined by how we treat each other and how we treat our customers as a team. We are seeking individuals that posses a positive, productive attitude, and those that have the initiative and drive to develop both professionally and personally.

Explore SilcoTek Job Opportunities - Current Open Positions

 

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Human Resource Generalist

Job Summary:

HR is the DNA of our culture. HR professionals shall promote employee, safety (trust), teach leaders vulnerability and servant leadership, and be able to create excitement around our game changing technologies. The Human Resources Generalist originates and leads HR practices and drives objectives that will provide an employee-oriented, high-performance team.

 

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organization Development or related field of study with 5 years’ experience; Master’s degree preferred.
• Specialized training in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, organization development, employee relations, safety, training, and preventive labor relations a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Exceptional people management, training, leadership and career development skills
• Leading edge knowledge in training areas 
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Good writing skills
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Competent phone and computer skills
• Ability to be creative, free thinking, and innovative

 

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Customer Support Representative

Job Summary:

The Customer Support Representative processes customer orders and requests in a manner that creates customer loyalty by creating a positive impression on a consistent basis and providing service above and beyond customer expectations. 

 

Qualifications: 

Education/Experience: 

• High School Diploma.  Associate’s degree in a business related field or equivalent work experience preferred. 
• At least 1 year of prior customer service experience required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Minimum typing speed of 40 wpm
• Good telephone etiquette and call management skills
• Good communication, listening, and relationship building skills
• Good computer skills and familiarity with Windows software applications a must;  ERP Experience a plus. 
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to multitask effectively and efficiently 
• Exhibits a friendly and helpful manner and is able to work well with others in a team environment. 

 

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Quality Systems Coordinator

Job Summary:

In Quality Systems this position enables, organizes and assists in SilcoTek’s efforts to improve productivity and provide the highest quality products and services.  This position serves and is responsible for oversight of the Quality System and establishing a culture of continual improvement at SilcoTek.

 

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering or related technical field

 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of quality system specifications (i.e., ISO/QS 9000)
• Excellent computer competency, specifically database and statistical applications (i.e., Excel and Minitab)
• Knowledge of statistical principles and tools
• Strong analytical skills
• Attention to accuracy and detail
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively
• Ability to effectively lead and facilitate work teams
• Ability to read blueprints/part drawings
• Knowledge of Risk Assessment principles

 

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Manufacturing/Shipping Technician

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing/Shipping Technicians main focus is ensuring customer satisfaction through the accurate and thorough processing of customer shipments. This position is responsible for maintaining proper certifications and clearances to allow SilcoTek® to ship all domestic and international orders

flawlessly avoiding customer disappointments. They are also responsible for understanding and being able to assist in other areas of the production process. This position entails a high level of detail, acute observation skills, analytical and mechanical skills.

 

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Previous shipping experience preferred.  International and/or hazardous shipping experience a plus as well as experience working in a machine shop or manufacturing environment.
• Microsoft Word and Excel skills required.

 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Good mechanical skills and ability to be cross trained in basic skills of related functions within operational area
• Good analytical skills and ability to execute experimental plans with minimal supervision at higher levels of expertise
• Able to make some independent decisions & identify problems with processes as higher levels of expertise are attained.  Basic understanding of process improvements Statistical Product Control (SPC) Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
• Good communication skills and ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Able to operate basic equipment
• Able to read drawings of customer-supplied parts
• General knowledge of computer system functions and use, including basic computer skills (Word and Excel)
• Knowledge of safety requirements & safety equipment use.

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Technical Sales Representative

 

Job Summary:

The Technical Sales Representative provides technical and sales assistance to the SilcoTek customer base through phone and e-mail contact, customer visits, and tradeshows.  This position also targets areas to expand SilcoTek sales and profit base on a business plan for an assigned area or market.

 

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in science, business, marketing or a related field or equivalent work experience 
• At least 3-4 years’ experience in a sales, marketing, or customer service field preferred but not necessary

 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Competent computer skills, including e-mail, spreadsheets, word processing and database applications
• Ability to multitask effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment 
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to analyze and problem solve
• Ability to travel up to 12 weeks per year

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SilcoTek® is a coating technology company dedicated to providing a work environment where "employees enjoy coming to work as much as going home" and where employees are passionate, enjoy working with each other, and work in an atmosphere based on mutual respect and trust.

Z.I.P. Code - Our daily code of conduct 

• Zero Disappointments: We coat your part perfectly and on time every time!
• Integrity in all we do: We are honest and make data driven decisions. We protect the confidentiality of our business relationship.
• Plus 1^™ customer service: We jump through hoops to make our customers happy! If we do not know the answer, we will admit it and work hard to find the answer.
  
  

SilcoTek's Core Values (FISHING!)

• Fast Failure
• In the Light
• Servant Leadership
• Honesty
• Innovation
• Never stop learning
• Give it all you've got!
  
  

We offer the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accidental death insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid time off
• Reimbursement for continuing education and development programs
• Regular bonuses
• Family leave and maternity benefits
• Company contributions toward child care costs
• Fitness and recreational facilities and programs
• Social activities throughout the year
• Casual dress code

And much more!

SilcoTek is easily accessible.

• A fraction of a mile off of Interstate-99, exit 78A
• Within a few hours' driving distance of Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and the D.C. area
• Twenty daily commuter flights in and out of University Park Airport

SilcoTek offers excellent benefits and provides a diverse, family-friendly work environment in a growing and energetic company. Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and salary requirements, specifying the job you are applying for to:

 

SilcoTek Human Resources Department

225 PennTech Dr.

Bellefonte, PA, 16823.

 

Resumes may also be faxed to (814) 353-1697.
Send your resume by e-mail to HR@SilcoTek.com.
Unless accommodation is needed, no phone calls please.

SilcoTek is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.