Process Technician

Kelly Services; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Group-rate insurance available

Paid holidays

Transit spending account

Job summary

Kelly Services in Hillsboro, OR is seeking a Process Technician for a 1-year assignment with possible extensions. The role involves performing technical tests, operating process equipment, and maintaining records in a cleanroom environment. Shift flexibility to night or day is required.

Ideal candidates will have semiconductor processing experience, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency with MS Office. EDS/EELS/PEELS knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years semiconductor processing experience (thin film deposition or etch) preferred but not required.
• Proficient with MS Office suite (Outlook, Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starting with strong technical and hands-on abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical tests and experiments for process engineering and operate process equipment.
• Prepare records, charts and graphs of test results.
• Operate metrology tools to qualify equipment and optimize processes.
• Adjust hardware and software parameters to address issues or run experiments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to troubleshoot processes.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Self-starting

Shift flexibility

Education

HS diploma

AA/AS

BS/BA

MS/MBA

Tools

EDS

EELS

PEELS

Job description

Job Title: Process Technician

Location : Hillsboro, OR

Duration: 1 year with possible extensions

Pay: $25.00-$28.00 / HR

Shift : Must be able to work either Night Shift hours or Day Shift Hours, Typical Shift are compressed.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical tests and experiments for process engineering, including the set up and operation of process equipment.
• Prepare records, charts, and graphs of test results.
• Operate metrology tools, (including particle counter, film thickness measurement, and others as needed), to qualify process equipment and optimize processes.
• Adjust hardware/software parameters to correct issues or execute experiments.
• Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to troubleshoot process/integration problems.
• Perform minor electrical or mechanical troubleshooting on equipment.
• Perform preventative and unscheduled maintenance on process equipment
• Operate Dual Beam (SEM and FIB), TEM, light microscopes, deposition equipment, and metrology tools.
• Change/adjust software parameters for differing experiments.
• Work closely with engineering teams.
• Assist in making process related diagrams/graphs.
• Write procedures and training materials.

Qualifications

• Prefer 3-4 years of semiconductor processing experience in thin film deposition, or etch, in a high-volume manufacturing facility but not required.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Access, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starting individual with strong technical and hands‑on skills.
• HS diploma, AA/AS, BS/BA, MS/MBA
• Knowledge of EDS, EELS, PEELS, and STEM are highly desirable.

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Job duties are often performed in confined areas in a clean room environment, in awkward positions and/or in high places.
• Mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity and ability to lift/carry objects up to 50 pounds is required.
• May require bending/stooping/crawling/climbing.
• May require the use of Personal Protective Equipment.
• Duties also include application of proper industry safety procedures when working with dangerous elements or conditions such as chemicals, electric currents or high voltage, moving mechanical parts, radiation, etc.
• Occasional travel to clients factories, training facilities and customer locations may be required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• A clean room garment may be required to be worn for lengthy periods of time. PPE is Required including, not limited to, consistent wearing of safety glasses, safety shoes and a bump cap.
• Job duties may require walking up to and in excess of 10,000 steps and walking up and down multiple flights of stairs per shift (12 hours).

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Why Kelly?

Kelly® puts you in charge of your career, with access to cutting edge projects and technologies in industry leading organizations. Top companies throughout the world have trusted Kelly as a premier source of engineering & scientific talent and services since 1965. And Engineering & Scientific job seekers know Kelly® as a firm with an unmatched reputation for quality, integrity and professionalism. Whether you seek the variety and flexibility of working on short-term project engagements or prefer contract-to-hire or direct hire placement with our clients, apply with Kelly® to explore opportunities that suit your specific professional interests.

As a Kelly Services employee, you will have access to numerous perks, including:

• Exposure to a variety of career opportunities as a result of our expansive network of client companies
• Career guides, information and tools to help you successfully position yourself throughout every stage of your career
• Access to more than 3,000 online training courses through our Kelly Learning Center
• Weekly pay and service bonus plans
• Group-rate insurance options available immediately upon hire*

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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