Entry Level Defect Technician

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Position Summary
The Defect Control Process Technician is responsible for performing activities involved with identification and containment of defect issues inline. DC Process Technicians will be provided with various software systems, tools and apps to investigate and evaluate suspect material (lots/wafers) and document and communicate equipment issues to the appropriate process group owners (ex: Photo, Etch, Diffusion, CVD, etc.). This is a desk job within an open team atmosphere, requiring extensive end user computer and analytical skills. This is not an equipment technician job inside the fab/factory.
Role and Responsibilities
Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:
Disposition material (lots/wafers) by investigating and evaluating defect failures at various inspection steps inline.
Create/Write Out of Control (OOC) Reports to document and communicate evaluated defect failures.
DC Process Technicians will be trained to utilize various software systems, tools, and apps to fulfill job duties.
Evaluate data submitted by process groups/owners to close defect events and release equipment back to production.
Monitor inventory levels and skip (release) non-suspect material as needed.
If necessary per SOP, DC Techs will shut down equipment suspected to be causing evaluated defect failures.
Skills and Qualifications
Here's what you'll need:
Requires High School diploma or equivalent.
Prefer 2yr/4yr college degree or Current Enrollment in a college program. Programs in Engineering Technologies, Computer Sciences, Technical Writing are beneficial for this job.
Prefer strong data mining, troubleshooting skills, and an energetic/self starter personality.
Prefer strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
Must be comfortable following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
Requires some experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Prefer semiconductor process experience in defect monitor and reduction, or failure analysis.
Total Rewards
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.
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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