Process Technician IV
Applied Materials · Santa Clara, CA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Process
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Applied Materials (industrial) in Santa Clara, CA. You'll be responsible for preparing wafers for experimentation, operating reactors to perform thin film processes, and using scanning electron microscopes for analyses and imaging.
- Tools it names
- Painting / coating
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How this role compares
Against 16 other live process postings in California.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 53%
- 5S 41%
- Tooling 35%
- TPM 24%
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Full description from Applied MaterialsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Shift assignment will be Tue-Sat Swing shift 3-11pm
- ◆Prepares wafers for experimentation to include cleaning. Loads wafers, prepares reactor for experimentation and cleans reactors. Operates reactor to perform etch process. Recommends performance of process system and troubleshooting.
- ◆Prepare cross section samples for scanning electron microscope (SEM) and TEM, including cutting, mounting coupons, cleaning, coating and submission.
- ◆Records process conditions and experimental observations. Evaluates wafers and coupons, including modification of the process recipes.
- ◆Prepares graphs and tables summarizing results.
- ◆Coordinates with process engineers on wafer evaluations. Sets up equipment for experiments.
Uses quantitative wafer evaluation and process instrumentation knowledge to draw conclusions from data. Assists in training lower level technicians.
- ◆Develop and publish best known method (BKM) procedures including, sample prep, and special sample handling.
Knowledgeably operates laboratory process equipment and instrumentation.
Functional Knowledge
Has developed advanced specialized expertise within a analytical/scientific area to perform the most complex work
Business Expertise
Has a good understanding of how related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives
Leadership
May act as a lead for the team, may allocate work and provide subject matter guidance to more junior team members
Problem Solving
Exercises judgment, based on previous experience, practices and precedents, to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent
Impact
Impacts the effectiveness of own team and closely related teams
Interpersonal Skills
Exchanges ideas and information effectively; uses tact and diplomacy when dealing with others
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Who We Are
Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
What We Offer
Salary
$33.00 - $45.65
Location
Santa Clara,CA
You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits .
As a Process Technician, you'll be responsible for preparing wafers for experimentation, operating reactors to perform thin film processes, and using scanning electron microscopes for analyses and imaging. You'll record process conditions and experimental observations, perform routine maintenance procedures, and evaluate wafers and thin films. Process Technicians are tasked with preparing cross-section samples for analysis, identifying patterns of interest in imaging, and operating laboratory process equipment and instrumentation. Your expertise in troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and process optimization drives higher levels of productivity, quality, and efficiency in our manufacturing processes.
Time Type
Full time
Employee Type
Assignee / Regular
Travel
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible
Yes
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.