Operator - A Shift

Polar Semiconductor • Bloomington, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Wafer Fabrication Operator supports semiconductor manufacturing processes in a cleanroom environment. The role performs wafer-processing steps including photoresist application, alignment, exposure, development, etching, and cleaning. Work directly affects wafer quality, yield performance, and production efficiency. Operators may work across Photo, Etch, Thin Films, Metal Deposition, Diffusion, Epi, and LPCVD functional areas. The position is based at Polar Semiconductor’s manufacturing facility in Bloomington, Minnesota, and is scheduled for A Shift: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Wednesday, 5:50 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Compensation is $19.00 per hour plus applicable shift differential. Sponsorship is not available now or in the future. The position may require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency in the future, depending on federal requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic reading, writing, arithmetic, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures and work independently.
• Manual dexterity for handling wafers, cassettes, and cleanroom tools.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods in a cleanroom environment.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to work safely with hazardous chemicals and high-temperature equipment (550–800°C).

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a cleanroom or semiconductor manufacturing environment.
• Prior exposure to wafer-processing equipment or ISO/quality-controlled environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned wafer fabrication processes across Photo, Etch, Thin Films, Metal Deposition, Diffusion, Epi, and LPCVD functional areas.
• Inspect wafers to ensure they meet process specifications and quality standards.
• Accurately log processed and in-process wafers using the Net Vision system.
• Follow established methods, procedures, and safety guidelines in production tasks.
• Support quality programs, 5S, yield improvement, safety, and cost-containment initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as required to support production operations.
• Train and support lower-level operators as progression and certification levels increase.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off starting on day one.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Legal and ID theft insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Annual bonus.

What This Job Offers

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