CMP Maintenance Technician (N2 Night Shift) $5,000 Sign On Bonus

GlobalFoundries•Essex, VT

6d•$43,100 - $70,600•Onsite

About The Position

This role is based at GlobalFoundries’ Essex Junction site, Fab 9, a 200mm semiconductor manufacturing facility operating 24/7. The Maintenance Technician monitors, sustains, and improves equipment and/or processes in an assigned area, partnering with production team members and area engineers. The technician monitors equipment performance; schedules and performs preventive and corrective maintenance on assigned tool sets; and applies mechanical, electronic, and computer/software skills to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues. Clear updates to the Lead Tech and/or Engineer about equipment and area status are an important part of the role. The position works an alternating night-shift schedule: Week 1, Wednesday through Friday, and Week 2, Wednesday through Saturday, from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Schedules are subject to change. The role requires working in a cleanroom, wearing required cleanroom clothing and applicable protective equipment, and performing physically demanding tasks throughout a 12-hour shift. GlobalFoundries describes itself as a full-service semiconductor foundry with a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents. The company offers a $5,000 night-shift sign-on bonus, a 12.50% night-shift differential, and other benefits. Salary range: $43,100–$70,600, with the exact salary determined by qualifications, experience, and location. Minimal travel is required.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent.
Electrical or mechanical background demonstrated by one of the following: a 2-year technical degree, 2 years of relevant military experience, or 4 years of relevant experience such as automotive repair, BOCES, HVAC, aviation, cable installation, computer routing, telecommunications, or electrical work.
English written and verbal fluency.
Basic reading and writing comprehension skills.
Basic computer navigation skills, including Windows, Microsoft Office, and Outlook.
Ability to work a flexible schedule and any shift, including alternating weeks of 3–4 days on day or night shift.
Ability to work in a cleanroom wearing required cleanroom clothing.
Ability to stand for an extended period during a 12-hour shift.
Ability to lift equipment and tools during maintenance; items above 50 pounds require a two-person lift.
Ability to stand and walk on uneven surfaces for more than 85% of a 12-hour shift, excluding breaks.
Ability to lift, pull, and/or carry at least 50 pounds periodically throughout the shift.
Ability to manually manipulate hand tools and small hardware for more than 85% of a 12-hour shift, excluding breaks.
Ability to climb vertical ladders, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and crawl for more than 85% of a 12-hour shift, excluding breaks.
Ability to use a computer, including typing and visual screen work, for more than 85% of a 12-hour shift, excluding breaks.
Ability to wear required cleanroom clothing for at least 10 hours a day.
Ability to wear upgraded PPE as required, including safety shoes, safety glasses, chemical splash apron and gloves, and full-face shield.
Ability to comply with OSHA and NIOSH standard CFR 29 1910.134, including clean-shaven requirements, and wear an N95 dust mask or other air-filtering devices, including a full-face respirator, for extended periods exceeding two hours.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in engineering technology, military equivalent, trade equivalent, or equivalent relevant experience.
Four or more years of direct experience working in semiconductor manufacturing.
Ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, and electrical diagrams.
Experience using basic hand tools and quality workmanship principles.
Experience with troubleshooting and structured problem-solving techniques.
Basic understanding of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
Project management skills, including innovating and executing solutions and navigating ambiguity.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Monitor, sustain, and improve equipment and/or processes in the assigned area.
Monitor equipment performance and schedule and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on assigned tool sets.
Use mechanical, electronic, and PC/software skills to troubleshoot and resolve equipment-related issues.
Communicate equipment and area status to the Lead Tech and/or Engineer.
Follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks.
Perform work safely and responsibly in accordance with applicable environmental, health, safety, and security policies and programs.
Work independently and collaboratively with teams in a fast-paced environment.
Support and engage in training activities.
Monitor, control, and test semiconductor equipment for manufacturing readiness.
Recover equipment from process interruptions, document events, and communicate effective end-of-shift pass-downs.
Use time management to prioritize and plan daily work and scheduled activities.
Review Statistical Process Control charts and respond to out-of-control conditions, including defect troubleshooting.
Develop and enhance operating procedures.
Participate in continuous-improvement projects, learning, and skills development.

Benefits

$5,000 sign-on bonus for night shifts.
12.50% shift differential for night shifts.
Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
Multiple medical, vision, and dental insurance plan options.
Company-matched 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Career development programs through a network of accredited educational programs, with tuition reimbursement.
Paid parental leave.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Quarterly performance bonus.
Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.