PCS Operations Technician - Days

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching with immediate vesting

Onsite café and workout facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor in Austin, TX seeks an PCS Operations Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and improve equipment, processes, and systems used in UV wafer manufacturing. You will collaborate with Engineers, Production, and Quality to execute PM, CPM, failure analysis, and process rework while following EHS protocols.

This role emphasizes proactive maintenance, data‑driven decision making, and cross‑functional teamwork to maximize uptime and MTBF in a high‑volume fab.

Qualifications

• 2+ years prior work experience.
• 2-year college degree or technical school certification preferred; typically 8 years of related experience.
• Semiconductor or high-volume manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preventative & Corrective Maintenance: Execute PM & CPM routines per SOPs. Identify and implement improvement projects to shorten MTBF & increase uptime. Select and replace parts, submit vendor invoices.
• Troubleshooting & Root‑Cause Analysis: Conduct failure analysis using scripting and data tools. Anticipate potential failures and propose pre‑emptive solutions. Document findings in maintenance & quality systems.
• Process & Equipment Monitoring: Monitor equipment/process performance, flag deviations, and propose inline adjustments. Use analytics to evaluate operating data for continuous improvement.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work with Engineering and Production to support system set‑up and calibration. Serve as liaison between Engineering and Operations on maintenance scheduling.
• Project & Change Management: Identify new assignments or projects aligned with departmental priorities. Participate on cross‑functional teams and contribute to high‑impact initiatives beyond routine maintenance.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Follow all SAS FAB clean‑room protocols and PPE requirements. Handle hazardous chemicals and equipment per EHS guidelines.

Skills

Semiconductor experience

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Education

2-year college degree or technical certification

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 a PCS Operations Technician you'll work alongside a talented team in the PCS (Pump, Chiller, Scrubber) Department. You'll be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, improving all equipment, processes, and systems used in UV wafer manufacturing. You will also partner with Engineers, Production, and Quality to execute preventative maintenance (PM), change‑point management (CPM), failure analysis, and process rework while remaining compliant with Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) protocols.

Role and Responsibilities

• Preventative & Corrective Maintenance: Execute PM & CPM routines per SOPs. Identify and implement improvement projects to shorten MTBF & increase uptime. Select and approve replacement parts, submit vendor invoices.
• Troubleshooting & Root‑Cause Analysis: Conduct failure analysis using scripting and data tools. Anticipate potential failures and propose pre‑emptive solutions. Document findings in maintenance & quality systems.
• Process & Equipment Monitoring: Monitor equipment/process performance, flag deviations, and propose inline adjustments. Use sophisticated analytics to evaluate operating data for continuous improvement.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work with Engineering and Production to support system set‑up and calibration. Serve as liaison between Engineering and Operations on maintenance scheduling.
• Project & Change Management: Identify new assignments or projects that align with departmental priorities. Participate on cross‑functional teams and contribute to high‑impact initiatives beyond routine maintenance.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Follow all SAS FAB clean‑room protocols and PPE requirements. Handle hazardous chemicals and equipment per EHS guidelines.

Skills and Qualifications

• 2+ years prior work experience
• 2-year college degree or technical school certification preferred. In addition, typically requires 8 years of related experience.
• Semiconductor or high-volume manufacturing experience preferred.

The current base salary range for this role is between $18.60/hour - $60.40/hour.

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

Total Rewards

At Samsung SAS, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 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.

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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