Samsung Austin Semiconductor is one of the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities in the world and an integral part of Central Texas for more than 28 years, driving job generation, economic impact and engagement with the surrounding community.
Samsung Austin Semiconductor serves a global customer base with broad semiconductor process technology offerings that impact everyday life including mobile, graphic, consumer, networking/high performance computing, Internet of Things, RF and automotive. Through successful collaborations with foundry customers and a continuous drive to develop the most cutting-edge technologies, Samsung Austin Semiconductor has become a major player in the foundry market. Samsung Austin Semiconductor’s technology portfolio for the Austin campus ranges from 65nm to 28nm using planar transistor technology to the more advanced 14nm 3D FinFet technology.
Samsung has invested $18 billion in operating two fabs at the Austin, Texas campus on Parmer Lane, since 1996 -- making it one of the largest direct foreign investments in United States history. The Austin site consists of 2.76 million square feet and more than 600+ acres in land holdings. Samsung Austin Semiconductor’s economic impact in 2023 generated $15 billion into Austin’s economy through salaries and other expenditures.
In 2021, Samsung announced a new facility in Taylor, Texas, where it plans to invest a minimum $17 billion in the build-out. The site spans 1,200+ acres and the first phase of development will have 4.7 million square feet of floor space consisting of a cluster of semiconductor manufacturing buildings such as a fab, office, parking garage, central utility building, and special utility supply facilities. The Taylor facility will boost the production of semiconductor solutions that will power next-generation technologies in areas like 5G, artificial intelligence (AI) and high performance computing.
With more than 5,000 employees supporting both campuses, Samsung Austin Semiconductor is a premier and growing employer who provides a great place to work, is committed to environmental stewardship and being a good corporate citizenship. Our employees are the key to our success and we invest in our people with competitive compensation & benefit packages, career development opportunities and programs that enhance physical, emotional and intellectual well-being. Our employees work at the Austin campus located on Parmer Lane in northeast Austin and the construction campus in Taylor, Texas. Learn more at www.samsung.com/us/sas.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Job Summary/Overview:
Responsible for performing preventative tasks and some light repair maintenance in support of the operation of utility systems, Fab support equipment, building maintenance or chemical and gas delivery equipment. Activities include review of specification documentation, supporting startup and operation of facilities, mechanical, chemical, waste and electrical systems. In addition, performs general maintenance and repair as required, and notifies system owner of equipment inefficiencies. Requires compliance with all health, safety and environmental management system guidelines.
o Preventative Maintenance: Primary Objective is to complete assigned preventative maintenance on time without recall.
o Repair Maintenance: Supports Sr. and Master Techs as needed for repair maintenance.
o Light Troubleshooting: Troubleshoots assets within his/her skill level but seeks support from Sr. and Master Techs for more complex issues.
o Training: Constantly seeks out training and takes a strong interest in his/her professional development
Specific Job Duties:
Essential Responsibilities
o Normally receives general instructions on daily tasks, detailed instructions on Beginner to Intermediate Level Projects or Assignments.
o Receives some direction from higher level Technicians when supporting specific tasks.
o Determines appropriate methods and procedures to uptime on new assignment.
o Must have intermediate understanding of equipment/processes.
o Should demonstrate adaptability.
o Follows and interprets standard operating procedures to ensure equipment / processes / systems are running effectively and/or to respond to more complicated failures, maintenance needs, incidents, quality issues, damaged areas and/or defect issues.
o Applies company policies and procedures to resolve routine and non-routine issues.
o Utilizes knowledge to recognize when SOPs are incomplete or unavailable, report discrepancies.
o Provides support for more complicated new and existing equipment startups, shutdowns, upgrades and/or installations.
o Provides feedback on the generation and/or modifications of specifications, SOPs, and failure analysis reports.
o Interprets/analyzes data requiring abnormal sampling and reference to historical data.
o Uses data entered in T1 systems by technicians to handle escalated PM/CPM incidents and troubleshoots accordingly to diagnose the problem.
o Works with Sr. Technicians to find the root cause problems with equipment, processes, incidents, etc., and demonstrates the judgment to escalate the issue(s) when necessary.
o Uses troubleshooting results and/or incidents to anticipate future failures in area of expertise.
o May conduct routine inspections and investigations.
o Interprets data from equipment, processes etc.
o Works from and interprets, written/verbal instructions, layouts or defined plans.
o Regular attendance and timeliness is required per departmental guidelines.
o Has Beginner to intermediate knowledge of relevant software tools (i.e., Programmable Logic Controller, Microsoft etc.).
o Ability to work flexible hours as necessary.
o Intermediate knowledge in relevant code regulations.
o Ability to work independently within the scope of small routine assignments.
Shift: C Shift (Thursday-Saturday alternating Wednesdays, Days, 7am-7pm)
Skills and Qualifications:
Education, Training, Certification(s) and Minimum years of experience required
Favorable Certs
• CCST Level I
• NCCER+
Training/School
• HS Diploma or GED
• Trade School Diploma or Cert of Comp
• Equipment Specific Training Certificates
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Software, and Tools
Basic Hand tools
Multimeters
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Benefits
Samsung employees have access to benefits including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), onsite cafeteria, tuition assistance (after 6 months), paid time off, student loan program, wellness incentives, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance.
U.S. Export Control
This position may require the ability to access information subject to U.S. export control restrictions. If the position requires it, applicants must have the ability to access export-controlled information or be eligible to receive a government authorization to access export-controlled information.
Trade Secrets
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