Yield Enhancement SEM & ETM Process Shift Technician

Micron Technology • Boise, ID

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Micron Technology is seeking driven and thorough Yield Enhancement Failure Analysis (YE FA) Lab SEM & ETM Process Technicians. In this role, you will perform inline targeting procedures using SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope) and ETM tools (including Exsolve, TEM Link, and Metrios) to capture high-quality images. These procedures will follow either customized customer instructions or standardized protocols. As a key contributor to the world’s leading memory and storage solutions provider, you will be at the forefront of innovation. This position requires a strong sense of responsibility and enthusiasm, reflecting Micron’s core values: People, Innovation, Tenacity, Collaboration, and Customer Focus.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Flexibility to work 12-hour shifts (3 on/4 off and 4 on/3 off) and be willing to move to different shifts and work overtime to support business operations.
• The ability to always wear lab-specific clean room garments (100%) to prevent human contamination of products, and occasionally wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), such as a chemical apron and face shield (approximately 1% of the time).

Nice To Haves

• AAS or AS Degree in Mechatronics, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Science, Physics, Mathematics, or Supply Chain Management (or equivalent trade school/military experience)
• 2+ years of industry experience; or equivalent military training and experience​​
• 2+ year experience identifying performance gaps and implementing strategic improvements.
• Experience working within a lab environment

Responsibilities

• Performs SEM analysis requests following detailed instructions, applying basic cross-sectioning techniques for sample preparation and ETM analysis.
• Prioritizes SEM and ETM tasks based on the current request queue, coordinating with supervisors to adjust priorities when necessary.
• Collaborate with customers, peers, and supervisors to clarify instructions and ensure accurate, targeted results.
• Completes analysis requests by interpreting collected data and providing well-supported conclusions.
• Certified and trained to operate all necessary lab equipment for SEM and ETM analysis, while strictly adhering to safety protocols.
• Proactively identifies and reports minor equipment issues to prevent major disruptions, supporting overall lab efficiency.
• Maintains all required training certifications in accordance with area guidelines.
• Keeps up-to-date technical knowledge of device structures and functions for both current and upcoming components.
• Recommends process improvements and partners with leadership to implement effective changes.
• Actively shares knowledge and insights to support team collaboration and continuous learning.
• Utilizes approved AI and digital productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to improve efficiency in data analysis, report generation, knowledge retrieval, and problem-solving activities.
• Leverages AI tools to accelerate documentation, communication, and investigation workflows while maintaining data accuracy and engineering judgment.
• Demonstrates responsible use of AI technologies in accordance with company policies, data protection requirements, and intellectual property safeguards.

Benefits

• Choice of medical, dental and vision plans
• Benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Paid family leave
• Robust paid time-off program
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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