Clean Room Manufacturing Technician - 2nd Shift

Teledyne Technologies • Goleta, CA

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About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Detector Production Manager, the Cleanroom Manufacturing Technician performs hands-on semiconductor processing in a cleanroom environment. The role supports production flow, yield, and quality by carrying out wafer processes involving lithography, cleaning, bonding, and vacuum-based operations.

This is a second-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, with a 10% shift differential in addition to base pay. Training takes place on first shift, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, for approximately 8 to 12 weeks before transitioning to the regular second-shift schedule. The role emphasizes execution, production flow, schedule adherence, issue detection and escalation, and accurate shift handoffs rather than process development.

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee, or eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate U.S. Department of State or Commerce export control license.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with relevant technical or vocational training.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Fine motor skills and ability to use small hand tools.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from engineering documentation with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods, up to 8 hours a day.
• Ability to lift or carry up to 25 lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to push or pull up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee, or eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.

Nice To Haves

• 2 or more years of semiconductor or cleanroom manufacturing experience.
• Experience with MES and production workflow tracking systems.
• Experience processing 200mm wafers.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor assigned equipment to maintain consistent production flow and work-in-progress movement.
• Follow cleanroom protocols, contamination-control procedures, and safety requirements.
• Handle 200mm wafers using approved methods and tools, including cassettes, tweezers, and vacuum wands.
• Record and maintain production data in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), including statistical process control (SPC) data and equipment logs.
• Perform inspections and basic metrology measurements to verify process and product quality.
• Identify and promptly escalate equipment issues, process deviations, and potential product quality concerns.
• Assist engineers and senior technicians with troubleshooting, corrective actions, and process-related issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of lot travelers, equipment usage, and process runs.
• Maintain issue-detection and escalation discipline, operate with reduced engineering and support resources during off-hours, and provide a clean, accurate handoff to the next shift.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Health insurance from Day 1.
• Dental insurance from Day 1.
• Vision insurance from Day 1.
• Life insurance from Day 1.
• Paid vacation.
• Sick time.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Educational tuition reimbursement.
• Employee events throughout the year.
• 10% shift differential in addition to base pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED