Etch Equipment Technician - Days
Samsung Austin Semiconductor · Taylor, TX
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 28 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Samsung Austin Semiconductor (industrial) in Taylor, TX. You'll be responsible for performing functions associated with all manufacturing and/or system operations, such as working with engineers and manufacturing in set-up and calibration tasks, system support, preventative maintenance, failure analysis.
- They ask for
- 4+ years
- Tools it names
- TPM, SPC
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$91k.
Median of the low and high ends of 50 live postings that list pay, out of 825 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 72 other live manufacturing postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (4+ vs 3+)
Typical $85k–$105k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 49%
- Tooling 40%
- Machining 37%
- CNC 33%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for TPM, SPC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
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This plant: Samsung Austin Semiconductor in Taylor
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Full description from Samsung Austin SemiconductorAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Position Summary
Job Description Summary
As a Samsung Austin Semiconductor Etch Equipment Technician, you'll be responsible for performing functions associated with all manufacturing and/or system operations, such as working with engineers and manufacturing in set-up and calibration tasks, system support, preventative maintenance, failure analysis, documenting/following standard operating procedures, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the process and production of memory chips and logic. Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct in-line adjustments to products, instruments, equipment, or processes. Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Requires compliance with all health, safety and environmental management system guidelines.
Role and
Here's what you'll need
- ✓Any 2-year technical certification (TTI, ITT, Trade Cert, HVAC, etc); 3+ ASE certs or 4 years Semiconductor Technician experience (no cert, passes test) or 4 years equivalent technical Military service
- ✓Familiarity with SPC methods and implementation
- ✓Highly capable in MS Word, Excel and Power Point
- ✓Ability to quickly learn new systems and adapt to procedure changes also required.
- ✓Must have strong communication, teamwork, analytical and problem solving skills
- ✓Focused on continuous improvement in fast-paced, changing environment
- ✓Familiar with TPM concepts
- ✓High attention t detail and task oriented and place high value on customer service, team work and flexibility.
- ✓Ability to meet due dates for action items
- ✓Ability to strictly adhere to SOPs
- ✓Ability to work off-hours if necessary
- ✓Electro-mechanical aptitude, Basic understanding of hand tools, pneumatics, and electricity
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About Samsung Austin Semiconductor
Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.
Come innovate with us!
Here's what you'll be responsible for
- •Preventative Maintenance (PM)/Change Point Management (CPM)/System Maintenance: Follows standard operating procedures to ensure equipment/ processes/systems are running effectively.
- •Troubleshooting: Conducts failure analysis and follows scripts to troubleshoot and anticipate future failures.
- •Monitor Equipment/Process: Monitors equipment and processes in current state and proactively looks for ways to improve processes.
- •Teamwork and Communication: Able to work well in a team environment and effectively communicate throughout organization.
Skills and
Day Shifts Include
A Shift – Sunday through Tuesday (6:45am – 7:15pm) with alternating Wednesdays
C Shift – Thursday through Saturday (6:45am – 7:15pm) with alternating Wednesdays
Total Rewards
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including
- •Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- •Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
- •Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
- •Paid maternity and paternity leave
- •Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
- •Wellness incentives and MORE
Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.
All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.
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This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.
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