Manufacturing Technician - Wafer Fabrication

Microchip • Lowell, MA

8d • $23 - $35

About The Position

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc. People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values ; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you. Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await! Job Description: The Manufacturing Technician performs wafer fabrication processes for semiconductor device production in a cleanroom environment, following detailed written procedures and process specifications. This role is responsible for independently troubleshooting process-related issues, identifying root causes, and proposing effective solutions. The technician collaborates closely with engineering to implement corrective actions, ensure process stability, and maintain high standards of quality, safety, and productivity. The scheduled working hours for this position are 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., which includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. You may be required to perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 - 5 years of experience in a wafer fabrication or manufacturing environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity and quality standards
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, safety protocols, and quality control requirements
• Self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).
• Travel Time: 0% - 25%
• Carrying, Crouching, Feeling, Foot Controls, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Noise and/or vibration, Other, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others
• Able to lift, push, pull, 25lbs, carry 15lbs, sit 10%, stand 60% walk 40 %, must be able to perform activities that include stooping, reaching, handling, hearing, talking, seeing, works alone, works around others

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Diffusion, Photolithography, and Wet Etch processes is preferred
• Experience with the safe handling and disposal of acids, solvents, and other hazardous chemicals preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate standard wafer fabrication (equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety guidelines
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and demonstrate working knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Accurately record and enter operational data into designated logs, forms, or digital systems
• Diagnose process discrepancies, develop effective solutions, and execute corrective actions to ensure accurate wafer processing and prevent defects
• Identify potential issues in wafer processing, independently develop and implement solutions to successfully complete each process step
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to communicate findings, escalate complex problems, and implement corrective actions

Benefits

• We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature.
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• Benefits of working at Microchip
• The hourly pay range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $22.50 - $35.00. Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

What This Job Offers

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