Operator - D Shift

Polar Semiconductor, LLC; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off from day one

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Polar Semiconductor is seeking a detail-oriented Wafer Fabrication Operator in Bloomington, MN to support semiconductor manufacturing in a cleanroom environment.

You will perform wafer processing steps across multiple areas, inspect wafers, and log data using the Net Vision system. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork within a fast-paced production setting.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong reading, writing, arithmetic, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures independently.
• Manual dexterity for handling wafers and cleanroom tools.
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods in a cleanroom.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds and handle hazardous materials safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform wafer fabrication processes across multiple areas (Photo, Etch, Thin Films, Metal Deposition, Diffusion, Epi, LPCVD).
• Inspect wafers to ensure process specs and quality standards.
• Log processed/in-process wafers using Net Vision system.
• Follow established methods, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Support quality programs, 5S, yield improvement, safety, and cost containment.
• Train and assist lower-level operators as they progress.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to follow procedures

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Net Vision system

Wafer processing equipment

Job description

Job Title: Wafer Fabrication Operator Shift: D Shift - Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday 5:50 pm - 6:00 am

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Wafer Fabrication Operator to support semiconductor manufacturing processes in a cleanroom environment. In this role, you will perform wafer processing steps such as photoresist application, alignment, exposure, development, etching, and cleaning. Your work will directly impact wafer quality, yield performance, and overall production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform assigned wafer fabrication processes across functional areas including Photo, Etch, Thin Films, Metal Deposition, Diffusion, Epi, and LPCVD.
• Inspect wafers to ensure they meet process specifications and quality standards.
• Accurately log processed and in-process wafers using the Net Vision system.
• Follow established methods, procedures, and safety guidelines in all production tasks.
• Support initiatives such as quality programs, 5S, yield improvement, safety, and cost containment.
• Perform additional duties as required to support production operations.
• Train and support lower-level operators as progression and certification levels increase.

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic reading, writing, arithmetic, and communication skills
• Ability to follow established procedures and work independently
• Manual dexterity for handling wafers, cassettes, and cleanroom tools
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods in a cleanroom environment
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 10 pounds
• Ability to work safely with hazardous chemicals and high-temperature equipment (550-800°C)

Preferred experience

• Experience working in a cleanroom or semiconductor manufacturing environment
• Prior exposure to wafer processing equipment or ISO/quality-controlled environments

Compensation

$19.00 an hour plus applicable shift differential. (good-faith estimate)

Benefits & Other Eligible Compensation

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off starting on day one
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Tuition assistance
• Disability and life insurance
• Legal and ID theft insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

About Us

At Polar Semiconductor, we’re on a mission to fulfill our future as the U.S.-based manufacturing partner of choice for differentiated power and sensor technologies. With a $525M investment from the CHIPS Act, the state of Minnesota, and private equity, we are looking for the best in the industry to help Polar transform from a captive fab to a pure-play foundry. We are doubling our manufacturing capacity and investing in advanced BCD and wide bandgap technologies such as GaN. Polar has a long history in manufacturing automotive-grade semiconductors and we are expanding into strategic markets such as national defense and AI data centers. We pride ourselves on state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to helping our customers succeed. Polar Semiconductor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. Sponsorship is not available for this role now or in the future. This position may require U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency status in the future depending on federal requirements. Sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future. Located in Bloomington, Minnesota, Polar Semiconductor has over 60 years of integrated circuit and power semiconductor experience-but we’re more than just a manufacturing facility. We are a highly specialized pure-play foundry capable of complex, custom orders. Our flexibility and tailored support allow us to collaboratively partner with customers of all sizes, capabilities, and capacities to produce the next wave of industry-disrupting technology. At Polar Semiconductor, talented professionals grow and excel in a progressive, technical environment that empowers you to make the most of your training and experience. Every Polar Semiconductor employee knows that our organizational success requires a solid commitment to the highest quality in every task we undertake and to satisfying our customers with every project, every time. Our team members are encouraged to be proactive in evaluating processes and making improvements, and our culture is inclusive, team-oriented, and open to new ideas and differing viewpoints. To ensure top quality, we provide employees with extensive training and use statistical process control, failure mode effect analysis, and other quality tools as standard practice. We are a dynamic organization, where you can maximize your potential and achieve all of your goals.