Equipment Maintenance Technician- Fab Polish

SkyWater Technology, Inc.; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyWater Technology, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Technician specializing in Fab Polish Maintenance to support the Polish tool area. You will engage in dismantling, repairing, and assembling equipment with strong diagnostic and root-cause skills.

The role requires 5–7 years in semiconductor equipment maintenance, electro-mechanical troubleshooting, and the ability to work cross-functionally on maintenance projects. 12-hour shifts apply.

Qualifications

• 2 Year Technical/associate’s degree in science, Math, Engineering, Semi-Conductor Manufacturing or related discipline.
• 5-7 years of experience in an Equipment Maintenance role within the Semiconductor industry.
• Expertise in electro/mechanical/fluidic circuit troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, and equipment modification.
• Analytical troubleshooting methods (Root Cause Analysis, 8D, 5-why) and First Time Right repair skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and document work; strong attention to detail and timeliness.
• Ability to define, initiate, manage, and execute maintenance projects in cross-functional teams.
• Proficient with hand tools including wrenches, calipers, meters, oscilloscopes, and related tooling.

Responsibilities

• Dismantle, adjust, repair and assemble equipment per layout plans and manuals.
• Use test and diagnostic equipment to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Perform preventive and unscheduled maintenance on production equipment.
• Complete and maintain required documentation for quality standards.
• Rebuild equipment and sub-assemblies as needed.
• Perform equipment modifications as directed by engineers.
• Participate in maintenance and cross-functional teams such as 5S+ and CIP.
• Take ownership of small projects and equipment assembly tasks.
• Coordinate with outside vendors as required.
• Handle chemicals and gases; maintain critical spares and consumables inventory.

Skills

Electro-mechanical troubleshooting

Root Cause Analysis

8D Problem Solving

5-Why

First Time Right repair

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Hand tools & instrumentation

Education

Associate degree in science/engineering or related discipline

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Calipers

Voltage/current meters

Wrenches

Job description

SkyWater is hiring anEquipment Maintenance Technician who specializes in Fab Polish Maintenance.

Tool Area: Polish

Hours:

B ShiftSunday, Monday, Tuesday in week one, and Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Saturday in week two, from 6:55pm - 7:10am. This role offers a 15% differential.

OR

C Shift:Thursday through Saturday in week one, and Wednesday through Saturday in week two, from 6:55am - 7:10pm.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Dismantle, adjust, repair and assemble equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating and repair manuals.
• Use test and diagnostic equipment to identify root cause problems and put corrective actions in place.
• Perform preventive and unscheduled maintenance duties on production equipment.
• Complete and maintain required documentation for quality standards.
• Rebuild equipment and sub-assemblies as required.
• Perform equipment modifications as directed by engineers.
• Participate in Maintenance or cross-functional teams such as 5S+ and CIP.
• Take ownership of small projects and equipment assembly tasks
• Work with outside vendors as required.
• Process chemical and gas handling
• Maintains critical spares and consumables inventory.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

2 Year Technical/associate’s degree in science, Math, Engineering, Semi-Conductor Manufacturing or a related discipline or equivalent military training / work experience.

Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience in an Equipment Maintenance role within the Semiconductor industry
• Demonstrated expertise in performing electro\mechanical\fluidic circuit troubleshooting, repair, preventative maintenance, and equipment modification.
• Capable of demonstrating analytical troubleshooting methods (Root Cause Analysis, 8D Problem Solving, and 5-why), and First Time Right repair skills
• Able to follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks and required documentation; demonstrate solid work performance in an environment requiring high level of attention to detail and timeliness.
• Ability to define, initiate, manage, and execute projects to improve tool function and metrics. The ability to work in a cross-functional team environment, prioritize tasks, and plan for maintenance is essential
• Use hand tools including wrenches, calipers, voltage/current meters, oscilloscopes and other various equipment technology specific tooling

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to work with and around chemicals.
• Wear complete fab attire for an entire shift and meet all safety and cleanroom requirements.