Overview
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As Equipment Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining specific tools on a media manufacturing production line. The successful candidate will be able to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and collaborate effectively; they will demonstrate a willingness to learn, flexibility, creative problem solving, exemplary communication skills and an ability to think on their feet. Candidates must be flexible to work a 12 hour AWS Shift and overtime, as required by the team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead daily sustaining activities for Sputter equipment to ensure high equipment uptime and optimal performance.
- Support Engineers to monitor and drive continuous improvement on key KPIs such as OEE, MTBF, MTTR, Unscheduled downtime and PM effectiveness.
- Support Tool Owner and Equipment Engineer for machine conversion/upgrade and improvement projects.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance per PM schedule. Conduct routine maintenance checks and services on all production equipment.
- Document routine preventive maintenance on PM checklists, record data if applicable and maintain completed checklist/history in tool maintenance system.
- Perform regular inspections and maintenance on production machines to ensure optimal performance. Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control system issues.
- Document routine preventive maintenance and unscheduled failures details on system database.
- Provide inputs to Shift Coordinator or Equipment Engineer to improve PM cycle-time, tool availability, quality/workmanship, reduce media scrap and cost of ownership.
- Lead problem-solving sessions and provide technical guidance to junior technicians.
- Participate in spare parts review, critical spare strategy, and cost optimization initiatives.
- Ensure safety protocols and cleanroom discipline are strictly followed during maintenance activities.
Qualifications
- REQUIRED:
- Diploma or Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical), Engineering (Mechatronic/Electromechanical), Engineering (Electrical/Electronic) or equivalent
- Working experience in manufacturing environment (especially in vacuum chamber system) is required.
- Working experiences in Sputtering or machine maintenance related field would be an added advantage.
- Knowledge of control systems and/or PLC (Process Logic Control) would be an added advantage.
- Knowledge in using measurement tools such as multimeters, oscilloscope, etc.
- Knowledge in studying schematic diagrams (circuit diagrams) for system troubleshooting.
- Understanding of failure mechanisms, ability to isolate determine root cause and repair.
- Proficient in MS Windows Software (Word/Excel/Power Point/Outlook) & Forum Notes
- Effective team player with proven relationship building & communication skills, including cross-functionally with Production, Process, Yield, and Quality.
Skills
- Senior Level Equip Maintenance Technician
- Technical - Familiarity with sputtering equipment or other vacuum systems.
- Problem Solving – Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and control system failures.
- Communication - Ability to communicate technical information effectively to colleagues and engineers.
- Safety – Strong understanding of safety protocols and regulations in the manufacturing environment.
- Teamwork – Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, production, and quality teams.
- Adaptability - Proficiency in handling emergencies and unexpected equipment failures.
Additional Information
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