AME Senior Maintenance Technician (Cleans)
GlobalFoundries
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Job summary
GlobalFoundries in Malta, NY is seeking a Maintenance Technician to monitor, sustain, and improve semiconductor manufacturing equipment. You will work with production teams and engineers to ensure equipment readiness, perform scheduled maintenance, and address issues with electrical, mechanical, and PC skills.
The role requires standing for long shifts, lifting, and working in a cleanroom, with a strong emphasis on safety, documentation, and effective communication across shifts.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- 2 years of maintenance-related experience required.
- Electrical or mechanical, 2-year technical degree or 4 years of related experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and sustain equipment performance in assigned area.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance per procedures.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues using electrical, mechanical, and PC skills.
- Communicate equipment status and shift handoffs clearly to Lead Tech/Engineer.
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Job description
GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
This role is intended for our Malta site Fab 8, a 300mm leading edge semiconductor manufacturing facility. As a Maintenance Technician, you are responsible for monitoring, sustaining, and improving the equipment and/or processes in the assigned area, while working in partnership with production team members and area engineers. Maintenance Technicians monitor equipment performance, schedule, perform preventative and corrective maintenance on assigned tool sets, and use mechanical, electronic and PC/software skills to troubleshoot and resolve equipment related issues. Concise communication of updates on the status of equipment and area to the Lead Tech and/or Engineer is a vital part of the job.
- Follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks
- Ability to perform work activities in a safe and responsible manner in line with all FAB8 EHS&S policies
- Work independently and collaboratively with teams in a fast-paced environment
- Support and engage in training activities
- Perform preventive, and corrective maintenance on equipment as required per the operating procedures
- Monitor, control, and test semiconductor equipment for manufacturing readiness
- Recover equipment from process interruptions, complete event documentation and effectively communicate end of shift pass downs
- Ability to effectively use time management to prioritize and plan daily work and scheduled activities.
- Ability to work in a standing position for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)
- Ability to walk on uneven surfaces for >85% of a 12-hour shift
- Ability to lift, pull, and/or carry at least 50 pounds periodically throughout the shift
- Able to lift equipment and tools when performing maintenance activities (above 50lbs requires a two-person lift)
- Ability to manually manipulate hand tools and small hardware for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)
- Ability to perform activities that include climbing vertical ladders, bending at waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching up/over, and crawling for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)
- Ability to utilize computer (typing, visual screen time) for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)
- Ability to work in a cleanroom environment per semiconductor protocol/requirements
- Able to work in a cleanroom environment wearing required clean room clothing per semiconductor protocol/requirements for a minimum of 10 hours a day
- Able to wear upgraded PPE in accordance with GF safety procedures, including, but not limited to, safety shoes, safety glasses, chemical splash apron & gloves, and full-face shield, when required.
- Able to remain in compliance with OSHA & NIOSH standard CFR 29 1910.134 (clean shaven) to don and work in an N95 Dust Mask or other air filtering devices, to include full-face respirator (cartridge & supplied air) for extended periods of time (> 2 hours).
- Review Statistical Process Control charts for process quality and react to Out-of-Control conditions including defect troubleshooting
- Develop & enhance operating procedures
- Actively participate in continuous improvement projects, learning and skills development
- Ability to read and comprehend schematics / blueprints / electrical diagrams
- Experience utilizing basic hand tools and quality workmanship principles
- Experience with troubleshooting and structured problem-solving techniques
- Basic understanding of the principles of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
- Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs.
- Education: High School Degree (or equivalent)
- Required Experience: 2 years of maintenance-related experience
- Additional Experience: Electrical or mechanical, one of the following –
- 2-year technical degree
- 2 years of relevant military experience
- 4 years of relevant experience (automotive repair, BOCES, HVAC, aviation, cable installation, computer routing, telecommunications, electrical work, etc)
- Travel Requirements: Minimal travel
- Language Fluency: English (Written & Verbal)
- Basic computer skills including Excel and Outlook
- Able to work in a cleanroom environment wearing required clean room clothing per semiconductor protocol/requirements
- Able to work in a standing position for an extended period of time (during a 12-hour shift)
- Able to lift equipment and tools when performing maintenance activities (above 50lbs requires a two-person lift)
- Flexible and willing to work any shift (3-4 days alternating weeks during day or night shift).
- 4+ years of direct experience working in semiconductor manufacturing
- We offer industry leading benefits including:
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Multiple competitive options for medical, vision, and dental insurance plans
- Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Career development programs offered through a network of accredited educational programs with tuition reimbursement included
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Quarterly performance bonus
- Relocation assistance offered to eligible candidates
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Multiple competitive options for medical, vision, and dental insurance plans
- Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Career development programs offered through a network of accredited educational programs with tuition reimbursement included.
- Paid parental leave.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Quarterly performance bonus
- Relocation assistance offered to eligible candidates.
- Shift Week 1 Week 2
- A (days) Week 1: Sunday to Wednesday 6:00AM to 6:30PM, Week 2: Sunday to Tuesday 6:00AM to 6:30PM
- B (nights) Week 1: Sunday to Tuesday 06:00PM to 06:30AM Week, 2: Sunday to Tuesday + Saturday 6:00PM to 6:30AM
- C (days) Week1: Thursday to Saturday 06:00AM to 06:30PM, Week 2: Wednesday to Saturday 06:00AM to 06:30PM
- D (nights) Week 1: Wednesday to Saturday 06:0
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