Senior Equipment Maintenance Technician

KYOCERA SLD LASER INC; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Kyocera SLD Laser, Inc. in Fremont, CA is seeking a Senior Equipment Maintenance Technician to join the laser process team.

The role requires maintaining semiconductor tooling and back-end process equipment, with a focus on reliability and uptime in a state-of-the-art laser fab. The successful candidate will have extensive experience with wafer processing equipment, a strong understanding of maintenance programs, and the ability to collaborate with engineers and manufacturing on calibration,

Qualifications

• 10 years of industry experience in equipment maintenance in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.
• Experience with multiple semiconductor process tools and related hardware.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and service of semiconductor equipment used for production and engineering in a cleanroom environment.
• Provide first line support for test, diagnostic, troubleshooting and downtime issues.
• Collaborate with engineers and manufacturing on setup, calibration, system support, and maintenance procedures.
• Assist with quality programs and audits; contribute to lean and 5S initiatives.
• Maintain safe work environment and manage tool spares/inventories.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Independent work

Tools

EPI

PECVD

E-beam

Sputter

Lithography tools

Metrology tools

Die bonders

Wire bonders

Plasma cleaners

Hermetic packaging

Wet processing tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Kaiser Dr Office - Fremont, CA 94555, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $37.00 - $43.00 Hourly

KYOCERA SLD Laser, Inc. (KSLD)is a global leader in the commercialization ofgallium nitride (GaN) based laser light sources. As a wholly owned subsidiary ofKYOCERA Corporation, KSLD combines advanced laser innovation with the strength, scale, and manufacturing excellence of a global technology leader.

KSLD develops and manufactures high performance LaserLight™solutions engineered to deliver exceptional brightness, efficiency, and reliability. Our GaN laser technologies enable a wide range of applications, including automotive and mobility, specialty and portable lighting, projection and AR/VR displays, biomedical instrumentation, industrial imaging, and emerging communication technologies such as LiFi. With vertically integrated capabilities and deep technical expertise, KSLD collaborates closely with customers to deliver application specific laser solutions, accelerating development timelines from concept through production. The company operates advanced R&D and manufacturing facilities inSanta Barbara, CAandFremont, CA, supporting both innovation and high volume manufacturing needs.

KSLD is ISO 9001 certified and IATF 16949 compliant for automotive applications, and its products meet rigorous UL and IEC safety standards, reflecting a strong commitment to quality, safety, and reliability.

Recognized by Fortune magazine’s Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production™, KSLD fosters an employee centric culture built on collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous innovation. Guided by a mission to engineer the future of light, KSLD develops laser based solutions that power next generation mobility, consumer, specialty lighting, and industrial technologies.

KSLD will continue to pioneer the future of light by developing, manufacturing and marketing innovative laser based products with high efficiency and luminance for mobility, specialty lighting, consumer, and industrial applications.

To learn more about KSLD, visitwww.kyocerasldlaser.comor contact the company [e-mail] 18667535273

Qualifications: Job Description

We are seeking an Senior Equipment Maintenance Technician to join the laser process team in our Fremont fab. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of semiconductor wafer and back-end process tools. You will maintain and support process tool capability in our growing, state of the art laser fab.

Specific Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and service of semiconductor equipment used for both production and engineering in a cleanroom environment.
• First line of support in; test, diagnostic, troubleshooting and solving down-time issues
• Work with engineers and manufacturing with set up and calibration tasks, system support, preventative maintenance, failure analysis, documenting and or following procedures.
• Assist with quality programs; both sustaining as well as in preparation for major audits or certifications.
• Safety conscious and able to maintain a safe work environment.
• Maintain parts and spares inventories.

Experience and Skills

• 10 years of industry experience in equipment maintenance in a semiconductor manufacturing environment
• Must be willing to work in B Shift hours: 6:00 pm–6:15 am (Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays with every alternate Wednesdays)
• Experience with several of the following tools: EPI, PECVD, E-beam, sputter, lithography tools such as steppers and aligners, metrology tools such as ellipsometer and profilometers. Die bonders, wire bonders, plasma cleaners and hermetic packaging and wet processing tools.
• Experience in a quality certified environment, i.e. ISO9001, 5S, 8D, lean six sigma a plus
• Excellent communication skills, self-driven, with the flexibility to work independently or under general guidance or direction.

Safety Responsibilities

• May be asked to participate as a member of the ERT (Emergency Response Team)
• Maintain certifications for response to emergencies (HAZCOM, HAZOPER, FIRST-AID, CPR, ERT, ETC.) as required.
• Able to properly use safety equipment to analyze risks and emergencies (SCBA, Respirator, Drager, MST Gas Leak Detection, etc.)

Physical Requirements

• May be required to receive medical clearance for a respirator.

The full-time base salary range for the position of Senior Equipment Maintenance Technician is $37.00 to $43.00 per hour.The range reflects the minimum and maximum possible base salary for new hires for the role, based on the advertised location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including work location, job related skills, experience, and relevant education and training. For more information about the base salary range applicable to the work location, talk to the recruiter.

Equal Opportunity

Kyocera SLD Laser, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements of personnel as classified.