Chemical Technician (53348)

Headway Technologies•Milpitas, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chemical Technician works under the direction of the Production Supervisor in a semiconductor manufacturing facility in Milpitas, California. The role is responsible for changing and replenishing chemical materials, preparing and maintaining solutions and slurries, testing chemicals for consistency, and safely managing chemical waste. The technician also monitors chemical supplies, reports test deviations and low inventory, and follows Environmental Health and Safety requirements and clean-room protocols. The position works a rotating D-shift schedule: Friday through Sunday and every other Thursday, 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Work hours may change based on business needs, and overtime may be required. The technician works in a Class 100 ESD-sensitive wafer-fab facility and may encounter high noise levels, hazardous chemicals, and particulate matter. The role may require travel between buildings and the ability to wear a respirator when needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
Experience working in a semiconductor, high-volume manufacturing, or similar industry.
Experience working with and disposing of chemicals, solvents, or similar compounds.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge and ability to handle, maintain, and properly dispose of hazardous chemicals, solvents, or similar compounds.
Knowledge and ability to use basic analytical tools to test chemicals for consistency and quality.
Ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations.
Ability to follow written or verbal instructions regarding appropriate chemical handling procedures.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with consultants, employees, management, and vendors at all levels.
Ability to work productively and collaboratively with employees and management at all levels.
Ability to comply with safety policies and procedures and clean-room protocols for handling hazardous chemicals.
Demonstrated ability to resolve equipment maintenance issues quickly and efficiently.
Demonstrated organizational, time-management, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
Flexibility and ability to prioritize.
Ability to stand and walk; perform fine grasping movements; bend, kneel, crawl, and twist; operate a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other office equipment; and push, pull, lift, or carry up to 75 pounds above the waist.
Must be clean-shaved to wear a respirator when required.

Responsibilities

Change solvents, etch-tank fluids, and resist bottles to maintain a ready supply of fresh chemicals.
Prepare, pour, and maintain chemicals, developing solutions, and etch slurries.
Manage, monitor, and stock chemical supplies; notify the Materials department when inventory is low or needs replenishment.
Perform routine chemical tests using laboratory tools, analyze results, and report deviations.
Dispose of chemicals in compliance with Environmental Health and Safety requirements.
Respond promptly to chemical spills according to established procedures and participate in the Headway Spill Response team.
Respond to inquiries from team members, managers, and other departments.
Follow all required safety policies, clean-room protocols, and procedures for handling hazardous chemicals.
Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.