PYE (Product Yield Enhancement) Lab Technician

Micron Technology, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. seeks a Product Yield Enhancement (PYE) Lab Technician to support yield improvement and failure analysis in the Characterization Lab.

You will operate semiconductor test equipment, run test flows, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to drive quality and reliability improvements. You will apply Linux-based tools for data gathering and analysis, document activities, and contribute to continuous improvement of lab efficiency and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a technical, manufacturing, laboratory, semiconductor, military, or engineering environment.
• Ability to interpret procedures, follow detailed work instructions, and resolve technical issues.
• Experience using computer systems and software applications to collect, analyze, and communicate information.
• Ability to work a compressed workweek schedule, including 12-hour shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and shift changes.

Responsibilities

• Investigate product lots and devices to support PYE failure analysis and characterization requests.
• Complete semiconductor test flows using approved procedures, engineering tools, and lab equipment.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain characterization and burn-in equipment.
• Apply Linux-based systems, scripts, and applications for data gathering and analysis.
• Analyze test results and verify process outcomes using failure analysis and yield tools.
• Collaborate with Product Engineers, Characterization Engineers, Manufacturing teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Semiconductor manufacturing experience

Procedure interpretation

Data analysis

Education

Associate degree in Electronics Technology

Tools

Linux

Shell scripting

Job description

Job IDJR109993Our 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:As a Product Yield Enhancement (PYE) Lab Technician, you will play a critical role in supporting product yield improvement and failure analysis activities within Micron's Characterization Lab. You will operate advanced semiconductor test equipment, investigate product-related issues, perform data analysis, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to drive product quality and reliability improvements. This role offers the opportunity to work with modern memory technologies while contributing to operational excellence, technical innovation, and ongoing ground breaking efforts.Responsibilities:Investigate product lots and devices to support Product Yield Enhancement (PYE) failure analysis and characterization requests.Complete semiconductor test flows using approved procedures, engineering tools, and laboratory equipment.Operate, monitor, and maintain characterization and burn-in equipment, including Single Board Testers (SBT), pretest stations, and burn-in systems.Apply Linux-based systems, scripts, and engineering applications for gathering data, solving issues, and supporting product analysis.Analyze test results and verify process outcomes using failure analysis and yield-monitoring tools.Partner with Product Engineers, Characterization Engineers, Manufacturing teams, and Technical Support groups to resolve product and process issues.Document activities, track product disposition, maintain accurate records, and communicate findings to collaborators.Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on laboratory efficiency, equipment utilization, product quality, and safety.Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.Experience working in a technical, manufacturing, laboratory, semiconductor, military, or engineering environment.Ability to interpret procedures, follow detailed work instructions, and resolve technical issues.Experience using computer systems and software applications to collect, analyze, and communicate information.Ability to work a compressed workweek schedule, including 12-hour shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and shift changes as required.Preferred Qualifications:Associate degree or equivalent experience in Electronics Technology, Engineering Technology, Semiconductor Manufacturing, Computer Technology, or a related technical field.2+ years of semiconductor manufacturing, laboratory operations, characterization, product engineering, or equipment support experience.Experience working with Linux operating systems, command-line tools, or scripting environments.Knowledge of semiconductor testing, burn-in processes, failure analysis, or yield enhancement methodologies.Experience using data analysis, automation, digital tools, or AI-enabled solutions to improve operational efficiency and decision-making.As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. 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