Sr. Waferfab Technician - Post Fab (N2 Shift)

Global Foundries; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries is seeking a Sr. Test Operator (Sr. Waferfab Technician) to support the Fab 9 Test facility, handling NPI and production tasks for RF Mixed Signal and silicon photonics in wafer and package forms.

This role operates on the N2 shift (7PM–7AM) with Wed/Fri/Thu and rotating Saturdays, requiring excellent teamwork and English fluency. Responsibilities include running test flows, monitoring yield KPIs, supporting manufacturing readiness for new products, and improving test processes

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 4+ years in semiconductor manufacturing or related flow/root-cause experience.
• Fluency in English (written and verbal).
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and stand/walk for long periods.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute the NPI/Production flow and identify flow inhibitors.
• Monitor KPI for Test Limited yield issues.
• Support Manufacturing Readiness actions for new products during volume ramp.
• Assist in improving NPI/Manufacturing test processes for leading-edge products.
• Collaborate with team members on root-cause analysis of quality incidents.
• Perform all activities safely and support EH&S requirements.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Fluent English

Team player

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in engineering technology or related field

Job description

About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world's most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com

Summary of Role:

GlobalFoundries is looking to hire a Sr. Test Operator (Sr. Waferfab Technician) to support the Fab 9 Test facility across a variety of test equipment and state of the art products (Commercial and Automotive RF Mixed Signal, Silicon Photonics) in wafer and package forms. This Sr. Test Operator will be responsible for New Product Introduction (NPI) and development support, which includes daily running of tools in a manual mode and helping to identify issues throughout execution of the process flow. This role is on the N2 Shift (7PM - 7AM; Wed / Thur / Fri and rotating Saturdays).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Execute the NPI/Production flow and identify flow inhibitors
• Monitor KPI (key performance indicators) for Test Limited yield issues
• Support "Manufacturing Readiness" actions for new products (NPI) as they enter volume ramp phase
• Support improve NPI/Manufacturing test processes for leading edge products
• Collaborate with team members in structured problem solving and root-cause analysis on quality incidents

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor / manager

Required Qualifications:

• Education - High School degree and/or equivalent
• Experience - minimum 4 years' experience in semiconductor manufacturing environment and/or relevant manufacturing experience specific to product flow and root cause analysis
• Fluency in English language - both Written & Verbal
• Physical capacity demands - ability to lift up to 35 lbs. on occasion, standing / walking for long periods of time, ability to wear any personal protective equipment as needed
• Strong communications skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education - associate's degree in engineering technology or related field
• Experience - 4+ years of semiconductor manufacturing experience and hands on mechanical experience
• Lean tools skills to remove waste, standardize, and sustain improvements
• Knowledge of Semiconductor Test processes
• Knowledge of Semiconductor Fabrication
• Team player with positive attitude

Expected Salary Range

$45,800.00 - $87,600.00 The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law