Machinist (MST) - Night 2

NXP Semiconductors • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Machinist supports dry etch equipment in a 7x24 semiconductor manufacturing facility. The role troubleshoots and repairs hardware and process failures across Ulvac, Gasonics, Mattson, Fusion Gemini, AMAT, and LAM dry etch tool sets; performs preventive maintenance; and uses SPC charts and FabGuard Fault Detection software to evaluate equipment performance and diagnose complex issues. The Machinist documents maintenance work, helps improve standardized work documents, maintains spare parts inventory, and supports other activities that contribute to the area’s success.

The position works with Equipment Engineers, process technicians, and Manufacturing Leads on upgrades, improvements, long-down troubleshooting, wafer recoveries, post-maintenance qualification, and equipment downtime coordination. Success requires initiative, adaptability to shifting priorities and multiple equipment failures, and effective teamwork and communication in a diverse, multicultural environment.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or higher in an engineering or science discipline, or a minimum of 7 years of NXP or affiliate experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of semiconductor manufacturing experience.
• Working knowledge or experience with Ulvac, Gasonics, Mattson, Fusion Gemini, AMAT (MxP, MxP+, IPS, DPS, Super E, and 5200’s), and LAM (4400 and Coronus) dry etch tools.
• Experience with advanced electronics and semiconductor manufacturing equipment troubleshooting, installation, repair, and operation.
• Ability to read schematics and complex drawings or diagrams.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work well in a diverse team, multitask with minimal supervision, and adjust to changing priorities.
• Analytical problem-solving and testing skills.
• Strong data analysis, troubleshooting, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, able to take initiative with minimal supervision, and eager to learn new skills.
• Ability to thrive in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair hardware and process failures on Ulvac, Gasonics, Mattson, Fusion Gemini, AMAT, and LAM dry etch tools.
• Perform preventive maintenance according to standardized work documents.
• Use SPC charts and FabGuard Fault Detection and Classification data to evaluate tool performance and troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Document maintenance activities and assist in improving standardized work documents for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and perform other activities that support the area.
• Assist Equipment Engineers with equipment upgrades, improvements, and troubleshooting of long equipment downs.
• Work with process technicians on wafer recoveries and post-maintenance qualification tasks.
• Coordinate equipment downtime with Manufacturing Leads.
• Adapt to multiple equipment downs and shifting priorities in a 7x24 manufacturing facility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree