Semiconductor Fab Technician

Sun Technologies; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k)

Sick leave

Job summary

A leading semiconductor firm in Manhattan Beach seeks a Semiconductor Fab Technician to operate and maintain processing equipment. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, with strong communication skills and a willingness to work in a cleanroom. The position offers a pay range of $25 to $29 per hour for up to 6 months, with benefits including medical insurance and 401(k). Experience in a controlled lab environment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Communication skills and teamwork are critical for this role.
• Must work in a cleanroom environment with gowning requirements.
• May need to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain semiconductor processing equipment.
• Load/unload wafers and maintain production logs.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team-oriented attitude

Ability to work in a cleanroom

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Electronics or related field (preferred)

Job description

Cleanroom, Deposition, Etch, Lab Environment, Metrology, packaging, Photolithography, Semiconductor Fab, Wafer fabrication, Wafers

Location

• Manhattan Beach
• California

Duration

Up to 6 months contract with possible extension

Job Description

Pay Range: $25 – $29/hr. The pay rate may differ depending on your skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance in compliance with the ACA.
• 401(k).
• Sick leave in compliance with applicable state, federal, and local laws.

Shift Details

• 1st Shift (4/10) Weekday Shift 4am-3pm (Monday-Thursday)
• 2nd Shift (4/10) Weekday Shift 2:30pm-1:30am (Monday-Thursday)

Position Summary

Looking for a Semiconductor Fab Technician for their Semiconductor Fab.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain semiconductor processing equipment (e.g., photolithography, etch, deposition, metrology, packaging).
• Load/unload wafers and ensure proper documentation and handling.
• Perform routine equipment startups, shutdowns, and calibrations.
• Assist in troubleshooting and recovering process deviations or equipment issues.
• Follow detailed work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols.
• Accurately record data and maintain production logs and reports.
• Collaborate with engineers and other technicians to support process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the cleanroom environment.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom (gowning required) and handle small, delicate components.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team-oriented attitude.
• May require standing for long periods, lifting up to 25 lbs, and working in shifts, including nights or weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in FOD controlled lab environment
• Familiarity with shop order or manufacturing execution systems (MES)
• Associate degree or technical training in Electronics, or related field. – Experience with legacy semiconductor tools, including both wet and dry processes.
• Exposure to low-volume, high-mix R&D or prototyping environments.
• Basic understanding of process flows across front-end and back-end semiconductor fabrication.