Chemical Lab Technician

TSMC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TSMC in Austin, Texas is seeking a laboratory technician to perform routine sampling and analysis for Fab process chemicals and maintain a clean room environment. Candidates should have an Associate’s degree and 6-12+ months of lab experience. Additional skills include basic PC knowledge and analytical thinking. The role supports manufacturing operations and requires flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Join TSMC and contribute to innovative semiconductor processes while ensuring high standards of laboratory maintenance and chemical handling.

Qualifications

• 6-12+ months of experience working in a chemical lab highly preferred.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of instrumental analysis techniques.
• Must be able to work night and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine sampling and analysis for chemicals and water.
• Maintain laboratory housekeeping and support Fab manufacturing operations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving abilities

Basic PC skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Associate’s degree in Science/Engineering/Technology

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform routine sampling and analysis for Fab process chemical, Fab process water, and clean room environment for a semiconductor company.
• Spend significant time in a clean room environment.
• Work with industrial chemicals, specifically concentrated acids and bases.
• Collect and organize data, and report to internal/external customers.
• Assist engineers with analytical method development.
• Record and identify contamination levels.
• Manage equipment-related maintenance and chemicals.
• Maintain laboratory housekeeping (5S) environment and protocols.
• Support Fab manufacturing operations and be part of our teams’ on-call schedule.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree at a Science/Engineering/Technology school or equivalent experience is required.
• 6‑12+ months of experience working in a chemical lab is highly preferred.
• Basic PC skills (Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office) are required.
• Be a good analytical thinker and exhibit problem‑solving abilities.
• Must be a team player and have a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Be a logical thinker and attentive to numbers accuracy.
• Follow the standard operating procedures for chemical handling.
• Be able to work night and weekend shifts when assigned, and work overtime if needed (there will be a cap on overall work hours).
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of instrumental analysis techniques.