Process Technician Thin Films

Micron Technology, Inc.; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Night Shift Process Technician to support wafer manufacturing. You will supervise operations, review data, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve yield, quality, and efficiency.

The role requires strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot in a fast-paced cleanroom environment while following procedures. You should be comfortable working with data, dashboards, and computer-based systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Able to work 12-hour shifts (3 days on/4 off or 4 on/3 off) and night shift.
• Comfortable wearing cleanroom garments and basic PPE as needed.
• Experience applying AI tools such as Copilot and Claude is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage semiconductor equipment and monitor wafer fabrication processes.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to improve yield and quality.
• Review data, run process tests, and prepare visualizations to identify trends.
• Follow procedures and communicate clearly with cross-functional teams.
• Participate in shift handoffs to ensure production continuity.
• Adhere to safety training and work in varied environments including cleanrooms.
• Utilize dashboards and office tools to review process indicators and alarms.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Data analysis

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Technical certification

Tools

Copilot

Claude

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all .

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

Job Summary

Micron is looking for a motivated Night Shift Process Technician to support wafer manufacturing. Responsibilities include supervising operations, reviewing data, and collaborating with engineering and production teams to improve yield, quality, and efficiency.

This role requires strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and principled execution. Process Technicians must have the ability to recognize abnormal conditions and employ detailed problem-solving to troubleshoot issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while adhering to established procedures.

Ideal candidates are comfortable working with data, dashboards, and computer-based systems and are capable of extracting, analyzing, and interpreting trends and clearly presenting insights. Success depends on effective communication, strong organization and time management skills, proficiency in working independently, and flexibility with responsibilities and shift schedules.

As part of a fabrication team driving innovation for a global leader in data retention and device capacity, Process Technicians directly support manufacturing perfection while demonstrating reliability, engagement, and a growth mindset aligned with Micron’s core values: People, Innovation, Tenacity, Teamwork, and Customer Focus.

Responsibilities:

• Manage semiconductor equipment, perform technical evaluations, and partner with cross-functional teams to monitor, stabilize, and improve wafer fabrication processes.
• Work with engineering teams to improve workstations and apply structured troubleshooting and customer concern paths for process or equipment issues.
• Monitor process indicators (e.g., Statistical Process Control charts, dashboards, alarms) to identify unusual situations and take appropriate action using tools such as Microsoft Office.
• Communicate clearly, handle time optimally, and follow procedures with minimal direction.
• Collect, review, and document production and process data using computer-based systems to support output, quality, and traceability.
• Conduct technical experiments, run process tests, and prepare data visualizations to identify yield and process trends.
• Complete required safety training, work safely in varied environments (including uneven terrain and confined spaces), and respond appropriately to potential hazards.
• Participate in shift pass down and cross-functional communication to ensure production continuity.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Availability for 12-hour shifts (3 days on/4 days off and 4 days on/3 days off), with flexibility to move between shifts or work overtime as needed. Ability to work Night shift.
• Ability to wear cleanroom garments (approximately 20%, depending on department) and occasional PPE such as chemical aprons and face shields (~1% of the time).
• Proficiency in applying AI technologies such as Copilot, Claude, etc.

Preferred Requirements:

• Associate degree or equivalent experience, technical certification, military training, or applied coursework in science, engineering, manufacturing, or related fields.
• Experience demonstrating well-adapted execution, data-driven work, or process adherence in manufacturing, laboratory, cleanroom, or other high-reliability environments
• Experience with process monitoring, data interpretation, or Statistical Process concepts (training on Micron-specific systems will be provided upon hire)
• Experience in using Artificial Intelligence tools like MS 365 Copilot, Claude etc

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits .

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.