Electropolishing Technician

Ichor Systems, Inc.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 33,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Ichor Systems, Inc. in Malaysia seeks a Technician to support the Electropolishing (EP) and Passivation line, ensuring process quality, safety and equipment reliability.

You will operate EP equipment, monitor parameters, maintain chemical solutions, perform bath maintenance, and assist in process improvements while following 5S and EHS standards. Fresh graduates with strong technical interests are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of electropolishing and chemical surface treatment processes.
• Ability to follow strict process parameters and safety procedures.
• Willingness to work with chemicals and operate related equipment.
• Strong teamwork and communication with production and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up parts for electropolishing according to instructions.
• Operate EP equipment such as tanks, rectifiers, and filtration systems.
• Monitor process parameters (voltage, current, temperature, chemical levels, time).
• Handle and replenish chemical solutions under supervision of engineer or chemist.
• Inspect cleanliness and surface quality after electropolishing or passivation.
• Assist in bath maintenance, filtration, and chemical top-up.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and report equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain clean EP area and comply with 5S and EHS standards.
• Support troubleshooting and process-improvement efforts.
• Label, store, and dispose of waste chemicals per policy.

Skills

Electropolishing basics

Chemical handling safety

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, or related technical field

Job description

We are a global leader in fluid delivery subsystems and components for semiconductor capital equipment, specializing in gas and chemical delivery systems that are critical to processes such as etch, deposition, chemical‑mechanical planarization, electroplating, and cleaning. Their portfolio includes precision‑engineered subsystems that monitor and control specialized gases, blend and dispense reactive chemistries, and provide advanced components such as machined parts, weldments, e‑beam and laser‑welded assemblies, vacuum and hydrogen brazing, and proprietary surface treatments. With a vertically integrated model covering both metal and plastic parts, they ensure reliability and innovation in supporting semiconductor manufacturing worldwide.

About the role

To support daily operation and maintenance of the Electropolishing (EP) and Passivation line. Responsible for all activities in surface finishing including tool, fixture, machinery and chemical arrangement, and control of equipment, ensuring consistent process quality, productivity, and adherence to safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and set up parts for electropolishing process according to work instructions and specifications.
• Operate and monitor EP equipment such as tanks, rectifiers, filters, and agitation systems.
• Check and record process parameters (voltage, current, temperature, chemical level, time).
• Ensure proper handling and replenishment of chemical solutions under supervision of engineer or chemist.
• Inspect and ensure cleanliness and surface quality after electropolishing or passivation process.
• Assist in bath maintenance, filtration, and chemical top-up based on analysis results.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and report any equipment malfunction immediately.
• Maintain good housekeeping in EP area and ensure compliance with 5S and EHS standards.
• Support troubleshooting activities and participate in process improvement projects.
• Label, store, and dispose of waste chemicals safely according to company policy.

About you

• Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, or related technical field.
• Minimum 1–3 years working experience in surface finishing, plating, or electropolishing process preferred.
• Fresh graduates with strong technical interests are encouraged to apply.
• Basic understanding of electropolishing and chemical surface treatment processes.
• Able to handle chemical equipment and instruments safely and accurately.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow strict process parameters.
• Good teamwork, discipline, and communication with production and engineering team.