Equipment Maintenance Technician (52812)

Headway Technologies; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Headway Technologies in Milpitas, CA seeks an Equipment Maintenance Technician on B shift to perform routine and preventative maintenance on multiple semiconductor tool sets, ensuring uptime and reliability in a cleanroom environment.

Under supervision, you will troubleshoot tool issues, collaborate with engineering and vendors to reduce downtime and yield losses, and maintain maintenance guides while supporting pass-down meetings and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in electronics or manufacturing, or equivalent experience.
• Two years of hands-on equipment maintenance in semiconductor or high-volume manufacturing.
• Experience using various tools/sets, machining equipment, and hand tools.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on multiple tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve tool issues quickly to maintain uptime.
• Collaborate with engineering or vendors to improve tool reliability and reduce downtime.
• Prepare data for daily/weekly pass-down meetings.
• Read schematics, drawings, manuals, and tool repair guides.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow safety and clean room protocols.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Tool troubleshooting

Electronics

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree (electronics/manufacturing)

Tools

Machining equipment

Hand tools

OEM manuals

Job description

Title: EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

B Shift: MONDAY THRU WEDNESDAY AND EVERY OTHER THURSDAY 6:00 PM TO 6:00 AM

Non-Exempt

Reports To: EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Summary

Under the direction of the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, the Equipment Maintenance Technician is responsible performing routine and preventative maintenance on multiple tool sets; ensuring that tools are performing at optimum levels by adhering to the established maintenance schedule; resolving tool issues quickly and efficiently; partnering with engineering or other groups to improve tool reliability, minimize downtime, and resolve yield issues; supporting continuous improvement activities; reviewing, updating, and documenting routine maintenance guides; and preparing for pass down meetings as needed. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

Description

Title: EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

B Shift: MONDAY THRU WEDNESDAY AND EVERY OTHER THURSDAY 6:00 PM TO 6:00 AM

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Reports To: EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Summary

Under the direction of the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, the Equipment Maintenance Technician is responsible performing routine and preventative maintenance on multiple tool sets; ensuring that tools are performing at optimum levels by adhering to the established maintenance schedule; resolving tool issues quickly and efficiently; partnering with engineering or other groups to improve tool reliability, minimize downtime, and resolve yield issues; supporting continuous improvement activities; reviewing, updating, and documenting routine maintenance guides; and preparing for pass down meetings as needed. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

Essential Functions

• Performs routine and preventative maintenance on multiple tools; ensures tools are performing at optimum levels and within specification
• Troubleshoots and resolves tool issues quickly and efficiently to ensure optimum tool up time
• Partners with engineering, vendors, or other groups to improve tool reliability, reduce Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), increase Mean Time to Preventative Maintenance (MTTPM), and resolve yield issues
• Prepares data or documentation for daily/weekly pass down meetings
• Reads and interprets schematics, mechanical drawings, manuals, and tool repair guides
• Recommends improvements or changes to existing processes in support of continuous improvement initiatives
• Transports tools or equipment to various locations or aisles within the cleanroom depending on requirement
• Responds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments
• Overtime may be required contingent on business needs
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in electronics, industrial manufacturing, and/or equivalent relevant experience
• Two years of hands’ on experience working in equipment maintenance in the semiconductor or high volume manufacturing industry
• Hands’ on experience using various tools/sets, machining equipment, and hand tools
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to perform routine and preventative maintenance on various semiconductor tools and tool sets
• Knowledge and ability to read complex schematics, mechanical drawings, vacuum diagrams and flow charts, OEM manuals, instructions, and tool guides
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to follow written or verbal instructions with minimal supervision
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, consultants, employees, and management
• Able to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management
• Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
• Able to comply with all clean room protocols and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to resolve equipment maintenance issues quickly and efficiently
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills
• Flexible and able to prioritize

The hourly rate for this full-time position is between $36.80-$55.20 + bonus target + benefits. Within the range the individual pay may differ depending on additional factors including job responsibilities, job related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience. The hourly pay range shown is subject to change and may be modified periodically.

Working Conditions

The Equipment Maintenance Technician works a rotating schedule on B shift which is Monday thru Wednesday and every other Thursday 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Work hours may be altered from time-to-time contingent on business needs. Works in a class 100 ESD sensitive wafer manufacturing facility; wears a cleanroom (bunny) suit, including hood, gloves, safety glasses, booties, and mask. May be exposed to hazardous conditions, chemicals, fumes, and/or gases during the course of work day; may be exposed to loud noise; may work in close proximity to moving mechanical parts. Stands and walks, bends, twists, and crawls; May occasionally be required to work in crawl spaces, shafts, or other areas that could cause claustrophobia; wears a respirator in order to accommodate safety requirements. Performs various fine grasping movements; operates a computer and enters information using a keyboard, operates a telephone, and other office equipment; may occasionally push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds.

• Other duties of a similar nature or level are duties that may be required, but may not be specifically listed in the job description or posting.

TDK/Headway Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. Applicants requiring accommodation in order to complete the application process should contact the Headway Human Resources Department.

Applicants and employees who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or perform the essential functions of a position should contact the Headway Human Resources Department.