Process Technician

Actalent; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision plan

401(k) Retirement Plan

Onsite work

Job summary

Actalent in Camarillo, CA is seeking a Process Technician to support semiconductor wafer fabrication, performing photolithography, etching, thin film, and metals deposition in a cleanroom environment. You will follow established manufacturing procedures and partner with engineering teams to improve process performance, quality, and yield.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of wafer fabrication experience, hands-on process knowledge, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of semiconductor wafer fabrication experience.
• Experience with photolithography, etching, thin films, and metals deposition.
• Strong understanding of cleanroom procedures and contamination control.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform semiconductor wafer processing, including photolithography, etching, thin films, and metals deposition.
• Handle wafers and sensitive components in accordance with cleanroom protocols.
• Record process data and maintain production documentation.
• Monitor process performance and assist in troubleshooting manufacturing issues.
• Support process improvements to increase yield, quality, and throughput.
• Follow standard operating procedures and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to meet manufacturing goals.

Skills

Semiconductor fabrication

Etching

Thin films

Metals deposition

Photolithography

Cleanroom procedures

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

• 4+ years of experience in semiconductor wafer fabrication.
• Hands-on experience with etching, thin films, and metals deposition processes.
• Experience with photolithography.
• Prior experience working in a cleanroom environment.

Key Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in semiconductor wafer fabrication.
• Hands-on experience with etching, thin films, and metals deposition processes.
• Experience with photolithography.
• Prior experience working in a cleanroom environment.

Job Summary

The Process Technician supports semiconductor wafer fabrication by performing photolithography, etching, thin film, and metals deposition processes. This role works in a cleanroom environment, follows established manufacturing procedures, and partners with engineering teams to improve process performance, quality, and yield.

Responsibilities

• Perform semiconductor wafer processing, including photolithography, etching, thin films, and metals deposition.
• Handle semiconductor wafers and sensitive components in accordance with cleanroom protocols.
• Record process data and maintain accurate production documentation.
• Monitor process performance and assist in troubleshooting manufacturing issues.
• Support process improvements to increase yield, quality, and throughput.
• Follow standard operating procedures and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to meet manufacturing goals.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of semiconductor wafer fabrication experience.
• Experience with photolithography, etching, thin films, and metals deposition.
• Strong understanding of cleanroom procedures and contamination control.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and manufacturing processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Electronics, or a related field.
• Experience supporting process improvements in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with data collection and process monitoring tools.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Camarillo, CA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Camarillo,CA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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