FAB Technician

Absolics Inc; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Absolics Inc. in Covington, GA, seeks a motivated FAB Technician to support daily semiconductor fabrication in a cleanroom. You will operate, monitor, and maintain FAB equipment (etching, deposition, lithography), load wafers, perform startup/shutdown, and log data to help meet production goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and science, plus basic mechanical or electrical skills. Experience in cleanroom environments is a plus; shift work (day, night, rotating) and PPE are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and science required.
• Experience in semiconductor or cleanroom environments is a plus.
• Basic mechanical or electrical skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and SOPs.
• Comfortable working in a cleanroom with PPE.
• Willingness to work shifts (day, night, or rotating).
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain FAB equipment (e.g., etching, deposition, lithography).
• Load and unload wafers from production tools with precision and care.
• Perform equipment start-up, shutdown, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Conduct production inspection for first article of the lot and model change.
• Inventory of daily usage of raw materials and tools at the production line.
• Take initial and containment actions and troubleshooting when machines are down.
• Control the recipe and teach the inspection area for inspection machines.
• Follow SOPs and cleanroom protocols.
• Log production data, machine status, and process issues accurately.
• Collaborate with engineers and other operators to meet production goals.
• Cooperate with regular maintenance and calibration of equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety within the FAB environment.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

SOP adherence

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering and science

Tools

MES

EMS

SPC

Job description

Position: FAB Technician

Location: COVINGTON, GA

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Semiconductor FAB Technician to join our Production Department. The technician will support daily manufacturing operations in a cleanroom environment, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of semiconductor wafers.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operate, monitor, and maintain FAB equipment (e.g., etching, deposition, lithography).
• Load and unload wafers from production tools with precision and care.
• Perform equipment start-up, shutdown, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Conduct production inspection for first article of the lot and model change.
• Inventory of daily usage of raw materials and tools at the production line (e.g., chemicals, film, singulation tools).
• Take initial and containment actions and troubleshooting when the machines are down.
• Control the recipe and teach the inspection area for inspection machines.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and cleanroom protocols.
• Log production data, machine status, and process issues accurately.
• Collaborate with engineers and other operators to meet production goals.
• Cooperate with regular maintenance and calibration of equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety within the FAB environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and science or equivalent required.
• Experience in semiconductor or cleanroom environments is a plus.
• Basic mechanical or electrical skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Comfortable working in a cleanroom with full protective gear (gown, gloves, mask).
• Willingness to work shifts (day, night, or rotating as needed).
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Work Schedule:

• 8 to 12-hour shifts (night shift).
• Possible weekend or rotating schedule based on production needs.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have):

• Knowledge of wafer handling and FAB processes.
• Experience with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) & EMS (Equipment Management Systems).
• Familiarity with SPC (Statistical Process Control).

Rate:

• $26 - $34 an hour