Precision Photolithography Lab Technician

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Financial support programs

Global opportunities

Job summary

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. in Fremont, CA is seeking an entry-level Photolithography Technician to support development and manufacturing in a fast-paced lab environment. You will gain hands-on experience in photolithography workflows and learn to operate a range of inspection and patterning tools.

You will be trained to follow safety and quality standards while building foundational skills for a career in semiconductor manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical school or associate degree is a plus.
• Hands‑on experience in photolithography processes, with an emphasis on development and manufacturing.
• Proficiency in using equipment such as microscopes, calipers, X‑Ray, Beta scope, Alpha step, masking aligners, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, review critical criteria, and follow special instructions.
• Proficiency in data entry and a working knowledge of computer usage.
• Proficient in English with good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team orientation, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize job flows, schedule tasks, and manage time efficiently.
• Strong problem‑solving and multi‑tasking abilities.
• Well‑organized and able to work independently.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with constantly changing assignment.
• Experience in handling chemicals.
• Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices and other safety procedures.
• Prior experience working for an ISO 9000 certified company.
• Entry‑level position with training provided.

Responsibilities

• Work hands-on in a fast paced clean room environment, utilizing equipment and chemicals to perform photolithography works.
• Assist in the development and execute photolithography processes to meet customer specifications & manufacturing process flows from customer requirements.
• Cleaning, etching, plating and patterning substrates in both manual and semi-automated photolithographic processes.
• Will work with various type of photo-resist and chemicals, perform developing and plating processes, utilize semi-automated and manual etching processes, pattern aligners, and x-ray, alpha-step, beta scope, and microscope-based measurement tools to manufacture a wide a variety of thin-film products.
• Ensure that all safety guidelines are always followed strictly and maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Adhere to all safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner, as well as other reasonable duties as assigned.
• Works with chemicals and associated hazardous waste.
• Frequently required to lift chemical bottles weighing between 10 and 20 pounds.
• Coach: Provide guidance, assistance and support to help team members improve their skills
• May be required to perform other duties.

Skills

Photolithography

Drawing interpretation

Data entry

English communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Technical/associate degree

Tools

Microscopes

Calipers

X‑Ray

Beta scope

Alpha step

Mask aligners

Ashers

Job description

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. in Fremont, CA is seeking an entry-level Photolithography Technician to support development and manufacturing in a fast-paced lab environment. You will gain hands-on experience in photolithography workflows and learn to operate a range of inspection and patterning tools.

You will be trained to follow safety and quality standards while building foundational skills for a career in semiconductor manufacturing.