HRL Laboratories is hiring a

Wafer Process Technician Dry Etch - 3rd Shift

Malibu, United States
3rd shift position, hours = 8:00pm to 6:30am, Mon-Thu

General Description:   
Experienced Technician needed to perform semiconductor wafer processing in a cleanroom laboratory under general supervision.  Perform Plasma Dry Etch using state-of-the-art high vacuum process tools within a Class 10 (ISO-4) cleanroom environment. Follow detailed Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to perform daily tasks within the Dry Etch and Deposition module.  This position includes hands-on, single wafer processing as well as operation of production-oriented, automated semiconductor processing equipment.  General activities include running high vacuum process tools for Dry Etch / RIE, basic analytical testing, measurement and data entry.

Essential Duties:
Work in a Class 10 (ISO-4) Cleanroom environment performing standard/routine production processing steps within a Dry-Etch and Deposition processing module/section of a semiconductor fabrication laboratory.  Daily tasks include hands-on, single wafer processing as well as operation of fully automated semiconductor process equipment.   
Under general supervision, perform tasks including but not limited to:
Dry Etch / RIE, measuring resultant etch, and analyzing results
Performing equipment verifications/calibrations following internal SOP’s and manufacturers protocols
Monitoring of sensitive automated processes, understanding and utilizing excursion documentation protocols
Tracking lab equipment information including calibration schedules, open work orders, and equipment status using statistical software
Maintaining and reporting daily metrology data
Operating common and specialized lab equipment including but not limited to high vacuum chambers, stress gauges, profilometers, laminar flow and fume hoods, ellipsometers, 
Scheduling asset calibrations 
Communicating any customer issues or potential problems

Required Skills:
This position requires candidates that are able to work their entire shift within a cleanroom laboratory wearing appropriate PPE.  Must be able to follow detailed instructions with precision, pay attention to detail, and accurately enter data.  
Detail oriented, problem solver, promotes team environment
Demonstrate a sense of urgency in completing work assignments.
Good time management and organizational skills
Ability to instantly adapt to a flexible and changing schedule
Computer/software skills (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to establish and foster positive customer relationships
Strong communication skills

Required Education:
High School Diploma required. Associates degree preferred.

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to work within a cleanroom environment wearing personal protective equipment to include lab coveralls, chemical apron, hood, facemask, hairnets, safety gloves and goggles
Walking and/or standing may be required for 70-80% of the day
Must possess motor skills appropriate to the task
Must be able to lift/push/pull 25-30 pounds consistently

Special Requirements:
U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status required. 

Compensation:
The pay range for this position is $31.54 - $38.48 per hour + bonus + benefits.
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