Etch Process Technician - Nights

Samsung Electronics America; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Onsite amenities

Parental leave

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking an Etch Process Technician to join a fast-paced fab environment, supporting troubleshooting and maintenance. You will work with technicians and engineers to ensure quality, safety, and timely problem resolution in 300mm dry-etch manufacturing.

The role emphasizes root-cause analysis, SOP updates, and collaboration with Process engineers to optimize tool performance and material disposition. On-site shifts and full-time employment are offered.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent military experience, plus 5+ years direct Etch semiconductor experience.
• Experience with 300mm Dry Etch highly desired.
• Familiar with Lam, AMAT, TEL, Mattson, and PSK platforms; knowledge of SPC methods.

Responsibilities

• Support troubleshooting and maintenance activities with root cause analysis and 5S mindset.
• Sustain factory by performing tool qualifications, lot dispositions, and interlock troubleshooting.
• Conduct trend monitoring and collaborate with Layer Owners for corrective actions.
• Draft SOP revisions to improve quality and safety continuously.
• Assist with recovery of Etch equipment from PM or down events, including wafer recoveries.
• Document tool interruptions and communicate with Process engineers for proper disposition.

Skills

Etch process experience

2-year technical degree

300mm Dry Etch experience

Lam platform

AMAT platform

TEL platform

Mattson platform

PSK platform

SPC knowledge

Teamwork and customer service

Education

Two-year technical degree or equivalent

Tools

Lam platform

AMAT platform

TEL platform

Mattson platform

PSK platform

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At SAS, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

In your role as an Etch Process Technician, you'll work alongside a talent group of technicians and engineers in a fast‑paced, high‑volume manufacturing environment producing some of the most advanced semiconductor devices on the planet.

Role and Responsibilities

• Work in the fab with other Equipment/Process Technicians and Engineers to support troubleshooting and maintenance activities with a mindset towards root cause analysis, standardization, and 5S
• Understand and be able to sustain the factory by performing tool qualifications, lot dispositions, and interlock troubleshooting activities
• Perform assigned trend monitoring activities regularly and work with Layer Owners to implement corrective actions
• Draft regular SOP revisions to ensure quality and safety expectations are continuously improved upon.
• Perform activities involved with the recovery of Etch equipment from PM or down events including wafer recoveries and tool qualifications
• Documenting and communicating events from tool interruptions to Process engineers to ensure the material is measured and material disposition is completed correctly.

Skills and Qualifications

• Two‑year technical degree, equivalent military experience, and/or 5+ years direct applicable Etch semiconductor experience in high volume manufacturing environment.
• 300mm Dry Etch experience highly desired.
• Familiarity with Lam, AMAT, TEL, Mattson, and/or PSK platforms preferred, along with familiarity with SPC methods and implementation.
• Successful candidates will be detail and task oriented and place high value on customer service, teamwork and flexibility.

Night Shifts

• B Shift – Sunday through Tuesday (6:45pm – 7:15am) with alternating Saturdays
• D Shift – Wednesday through Friday (6:45pm – 7:15am) with alternating Saturdays

Total Compensation

The current base salary range for this role is between $18.60/hour - $60.40/hour. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience.

Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Benefits Package

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE Eligible full‑time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at SAS are full‑time on‑site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance

This role requires access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

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Samsung Electronics is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital appliances, and network systems, and the entire semiconductor industry with our memory, system LSI, foundry, and LED solutions. Samsung is also leading in the development of the Internet of Things through, among others, our Smart Home and Digital Health initiatives. Since being established in 1969, Samsung Electronics has grown into one of the world’s leading technology companies, and become recognized as one of the top global brands. Our network now extends across the world, and Samsung takes great pride in the creativity and diversity of its talented people, who drive our growth.

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