Facility Material Handler, Texas Institute for Electronics

University of Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Generous paid vacation and sick time

Tuition assistance

Access to libraries and museums

Job summary

A public research university in Austin, TX, seeks a Facility Material Handler to support semiconductor manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include managing gas and chemical deliveries, packaging waste materials, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 2+ years of industrial experience, with the ability to follow SOPs and safety procedures. This role offers a vibrant work environment in a city known for its innovation and culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in material handling, chemical handling, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience working around hazardous materials and following safety protocols.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform physical tasks including climbing stairs.

Responsibilities

• Manage gas cylinders and chemical delivery.
• Package and stage waste materials for removal.
• Perform routine inspections and maintain operational equipment.

Skills

Material handling

Chemical handling

Industrial operations

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

**Job Posting Title:**Facility Material Handler, Texas Institute for Electronics**----****Hiring Department:**Texas Institute for Electronics**----****Position Open To:**All Applicants**----****Weekly Scheduled Hours:**40**----****FLSA Status:**To Be Determined at Offer**----****Earliest Start Date:**Ongoing**----****Position Duration:**Expected to Continue**----****Location:**AUSTIN, TX**----****Job Details:**## General NotesThe is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth.Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing.With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we’re at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city’s innovative spirit. UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of , provides outstanding and packages that include:* Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)* Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options* Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays* Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds* Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)* Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses* Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities* Tuition assistance* Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets* Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card* Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card* For more details, please see and and## PurposeTo support daily chemical, gas, and waste operations for a semiconductor manufacturing facility in Austin, TX. This role ensures safe material movement, sampling, packaging, and facility support activities across multiple locations.## Responsibilities* Change out gas cylinders and keep cabinets/panels supplied and ready.* Swap chemical drums on CDUs and keep chemical delivery running.* Package solvent waste and move it to the proper removal process.* Package Cu/Sn/Ag waste and stage it for removal.* Package HF waste and stage it for removal per requirements.* Refill and replace dosing chemicals for WNP systems.* Help coordinate bulk gas deliveries/offloads when needed.* Perform routine CDR inspections and note/escalate issues.* Collect routine chemical samples for testing/monitoring.* Collect routine water samples for testing/monitoring.* Assist with basic facility tasks (HVAC filters; boiler/PCW/CT chemical checks).* Support rounds (leak checks/cleanup, 6S, PPE supplies, spare-parts organization).## Required Qualifications* High school diploma or GED required* 2+ years of experience in material handling, chemical handling, industrial operations, or manufacturing environment* Experience working around chemicals, compressed gases, or hazardous materials* Ability to follow SOPs, safety protocols, and cleanroom procedures* Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform physical tasks including climbing stairs and ladders* Strong attention to detail and safety compliance* Basic computer skills for documentation and tracking* Must be a U.S. person (U.S.Citizen or U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident)*Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.*## Preferred Qualifications* Experience in semiconductor or advanced manufacturing environment* HAZWOPER or other chemical safety certification* Forklift certification* Experience with chemical distribution systems (CDUs) or gas cabinets* Familiarity with water treatment systems (boiler, PCW, cooling towers)## Driving RequiredThis job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).## Salary RangeTIE Pays Industry-Competitive Salaries## Working Conditions* Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)* May work in all weather conditions* May work in extreme temperatures* May work around chemical fumes* May work around standard office conditions* May work around chemicals* May work around electrical and mechanical hazards* Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation* Use of manual dexterity (ex: using a mouse)* Climbing of stairs* Climbing of ladders* Lifting and moving 50 pounds* Additional Working Conditions: + Work may be performed in cleanroom and industrial utility environments + Respiratory protection may be required depending on task + Must follow strict PPE and chemical handling protocols## Work Shift* Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm* Occasional nights and weekends required Supplemental Pay## Required Materials* Resume/CV* 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor* Letter of interest**Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:**You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.**Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:**As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.----**Employment Eligibility:**Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.----**Retirement Plan