Process Technician IV

Applied Materials, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a position in Santa Clara, CA to support wafer preparation, reactor operations, and experimental data recording. The role includes cleaning wafers, loading them into reactors, performing etch processes, and helping to optimize process recipes.

We value hands-on technical skills and the ability to collaborate across engineers, analysts, and technicians, with opportunities for growth and participation in bonus and stock programs where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Shift assignment will be Tue-Sat Swing shift 3-11pm - Prepares wafers for experimentation to include cleaning.
• Loads wafers, prepares reactor for experimentation and cleans reactors.
• Operates reactor to perform etch process.
• Recommends performance of process system and troubleshooting.
• Prepare cross section samples for scanning electron microscope (SEM) and TEM, including cutting, mounting coupons, cleaning, coating and submission.
• Records process conditions and experimental observations.
• Evaluates wafers and coupons, including modification of the process recipes.
• Prepares graphs and tables summarizing results.
• Coordinates with process engineers on wafer evaluations.
• Sets up equipment for experiments.
• Uses quantitative wafer evaluation and process instrumentation knowledge to draw conclusions from data.
• Assists in training lower level technicians.
• Develop and publish best known method (BKM) procedures including, sample prep, and special sample handling.
• Knowledgeably operates laboratory process equipment and instrumentation.
• Functional Knowledge – Has developed advanced specialized expertise within a analytical/scientific area to perform the most complex work.
• Business Expertise – Has a good understanding of how related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives.
• Leadership – May act as a lead for the team, may allocate work and provide subject matter guidance to more junior team members.
• Problem Solving – Exercises judgment, based on previous experience, practices and precedents, to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent.
• Impact – Impacts the effectiveness of own team and closely related teams.
• Interpersonal Skills – Exchanges ideas and information effectively; uses tact and diplomacy when dealing with others.

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Salary: $33.00 - $45.65 Location: Santa Clara,CA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.

Visit our Careers website to learn more. At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Shift assignment will be Tue-Sat Swing shift 3-11pm - Prepares wafers for experimentation to include cleaning.


• Loads wafers, prepares reactor for experimentation and cleans reactors.


• Operates reactor to perform etch process.


• Recommends performance of process system and troubleshooting.


• Prepare cross section samples for scanning electron microscope (SEM) and TEM, including cutting, mounting coupons, cleaning, coating and submission.


• Records process conditions and experimental observations.


• Evaluates wafers and coupons, including modification of the process recipes.


• Prepares graphs and tables summarizing results.


• Coordinates with process engineers on wafer evaluations.


• Sets up equipment for experiments.


• Uses quantitative wafer evaluation and process instrumentation knowledge to draw conclusions from data.


• Assists in training lower level technicians.


• Develop and publish best known method (BKM) procedures including, sample prep, and special sample handling.


• Knowledgeably operates laboratory process equipment and instrumentation.


• Functional Knowledge – Has developed advanced specialized expertise within a analytical/scientific area to perform the most complex work.


• Business Expertise – Has a good understanding of how related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives.


• Leadership – May act as a lead for the team, may allocate work and provide subject matter guidance to more junior team members.


• Problem Solving – Exercises judgment, based on previous experience, practices and precedents, to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent.


• Impact – Impacts the effectiveness of own team and closely related teams.


• Interpersonal Skills – Exchanges ideas and information effectively; uses tact and diplomacy when dealing with others.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time
Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible: Yes

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable. For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at [e-mail], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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