ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Technician (G-Project)

Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII in Houston seeks an ESD Technician to implement, monitor, and maintain Electrostatic Discharge control programs, ensuring compliance with ESD standards in manufacturing, assembly, or laboratory environments.

You will perform audits, calibrate testing instruments, train staff, investigate incidents, and maintain records to safeguard sensitive components and equipment in line with ANSI/ESD S20.20 and IEC 61340 guidelines.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ANSI/ESD S20.20 or IEC 61340 standards is an advantage.
• Experience using ESD test equipment and measurement tools.
• Basic understanding of electrostatic discharge principles.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing, semiconductor, or PCB assembly environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain ESD control procedures according to company and industry standards (e.g., ANSI/ESD S20.20).
• Perform regular ESD audits and inspections of workstations, equipment, flooring, and personnel grounding systems.
• Test and verify ESD protection equipment such as wrist straps, heel grounders, ESD mats, ionizers, grounding systems.
• Maintain records of ESD testing, calibration, and compliance reports.
• Investigate ESD-related failures or incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Train employees on proper ESD handling procedures and awareness.
• Support manufacturing or engineering teams in establishing ESD-safe work areas.
• Ensure proper labeling and handling of ESD-sensitive devices.
• Maintain and calibrate ESD testing instruments.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and industry regulations.

Skills

ESD principles

ESD test equipment

electrostatic discharge

documentation

Education

Technical diploma or associate degree in electronics

Tools

Wrist strap testers

Surface resistance meters

Charge plate monitors

Ionizer testers

Job description

Locations: Houston (IB3)

Business Units: CESBG

Job Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary

TheESD Technicianis responsible for implementing, monitoring, and maintaining Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) control programs to protect sensitive electronic components and equipment. This role ensures compliance with ESD standards through testing, audits, training, and proper maintenance of ESD-safe environments within manufacturing, assembly, or laboratory facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain ESD control procedures according to company and industry standards (e.g., ANSI/ESD S20.20).
• Perform regular ESD audits and inspections of workstations, equipment, flooring, and personnel grounding systems.
• Test and verify ESD protection equipment such as: Wrist straps Heel grounders ESD mats Ionizers Grounding systems
• Maintain records ofESD testing, calibration, and compliance reports.
• Investigate ESD-related failures or incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Train employees on properESD handling proceduresand awareness.
• Support manufacturing or engineering teams in establishing ESD-safe work areas.
• Ensure proper labeling and handling ofESD-sensitive devices (ESDs).
• Maintain and calibrate ESD testing instruments.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and industry regulations.

Basic Qualifications

Knowledge ofANSI/ESD S20.20 or IEC 61340 standardsis an advantage.

Ability to useESD test equipmentand measurement tools.

• Basic understanding ofelectrostatic discharge principles.
• Experience working in electronics manufacturing, semiconductor, or PCB assembly environments is preferred.
• Knowledge ofANSI/ESD S20.20 or IEC 61340 standardsis an advantage.
• Ability to useESD test equipmentand measurement tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Attention to detail
• Strong documentation and reporting skills
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to train and communicate procedures clearly
• Understanding of electronics manufacturing processes
• Ability to conduct inspections and compliance audits

Education and Experience

• Technical diploma or associate degree inelectronics, electrical engineering, or related field.

Typical Tools and Equipment

• Wrist strap testers
• Surface resistance meters
• Charge plate monitors
• Electrostatic field meters
• Ionizer testers
• Ground continuity testers

Why Join Us

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.
• Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.
• 401K with employer contribution.
• Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.

Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.