Litho Reticle Technician (Day Shift)

GlobalFoundries • Malta, NY

4d • $43,100 - $70,600

About The Position

The Reticle Technician supports the inspection, qualification, and lifecycle management of photomasks (reticles) used in advanced semiconductor manufacturing. The role performs detailed reticle inspections, identifies and documents defects, supports contamination control, and follows established procedures to ensure reticle quality and production readiness.

In a highly automated manufacturing environment, the technician uses specialized inspection tools and metrology equipment to verify reticle integrity and compliance with quality standards. The role works closely with reticle engineers, manufacturing teams, and cross-functional organizations to support yield, quality, and operational excellence while adhering to safety, cleanliness, and handling requirements.

The position requires working in a cleanroom and may involve alternating 12-hour day or night shifts, with schedules subject to change. The listed day-shift schedules alternate between three and four workdays per week.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Electrical or mechanical background meeting one of these alternatives: a two-year technical degree, two years of relevant military experience, or four years of relevant experience such as automotive repair, BOCES, HVAC, aviation, cable installation, computer routing, telecommunications, or electrical work.
• English fluency, written and verbal.
• Basic reading and writing comprehension skills.
• Basic computer navigation skills, including Windows, Microsoft Office, and Outlook.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom wearing required cleanroom clothing in accordance with semiconductor protocols.
• Ability to work standing for extended periods during a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to lift equipment and tools during maintenance activities; lifts above 50 pounds require a two-person lift.
• Flexibility and willingness to work any shift, with three to four days on alternating weeks during day or night shift.
• 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 at the waist, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach up or over, 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 a minimum of 10 hours per day.
• Ability to wear upgraded personal protective equipment as required, including safety shoes, safety glasses, chemical splash apron and gloves, and a full-face shield.
• Ability to comply with OSHA and NIOSH standard CFR 29 1910.134, including clean-shaven requirements, and to 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 experience.
• Four or more years of direct experience working in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Ability to review Statistical Process Control charts, respond to out-of-control conditions, and troubleshoot defects.
• Ability to develop and enhance operating procedures.
• Participation in continuous improvement projects, learning, and skills development.
• Ability to read and comprehend schematics, blueprints, and electrical diagrams.
• Experience using basic hand tools and applying quality workmanship principles.
• Experience with troubleshooting and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Basic understanding of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Project management skills, including the ability to innovate, execute solutions, and navigate ambiguity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine reticle inspections using established tools, procedures, and quality standards to ensure reticle readiness for production.
• Identify, document, and escalate reticle defects, contamination concerns, and quality issues according to defined processes.
• Review and analyze inspection results, support defect disposition activities, and communicate findings to engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Follow standardized work instructions and inspection checklists, completing documentation accurately and with attention to detail.
• Support reticle lifecycle management, including qualification, tracking, storage, handling, and inventory control.
• Monitor inspection equipment performance, complete required calibrations and checks, and report equipment issues affecting manufacturing readiness.
• Collaborate with reticle engineers, manufacturing personnel, and cross-functional teams to troubleshoot inspection-related issues and support continuous improvement.
• Follow safety, contamination control, quality, and operational procedures, and support training and skill development activities.
• Perform all activities safely and support Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Multiple competitive options for medical, vision, and dental insurance plans.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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