Technician III (Manufacturing 2nd Shift)

UCT; Fremont, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultra Clean Technology in Fremont, CA is seeking a Technician III to perform advanced chemical processing and support high-purity manufacturing. The role emphasizes handling chemical lines, maintaining process controls, and enabling on-time delivery in a demanding cleanroom environment.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in semiconductor chemical processing, SPC data collection, and documentation, with a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing or chemical processing experience in semiconductor environments.
• Experience with SPC measurements, process control, and production documentation preferred.
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced chemical cleaning, stripping, etching, coating, and surface treatment on chamber components.
• Operate chemline equipment per SOPs and process specifications.
• Monitor tank chemistries and maintain chemical bath parameters.
• Collect SPC data and verify process compliance throughout production.
• Troubleshoot routine process, chemistry, equipment, and quality issues and coordinate corrective actions.
• Support safety, quality, throughput and on-time delivery goals.
• Assist in training Technician I and II in chemline processes.
• Participate in process qualifications and new customer requirements.
• Maintain 6S compliant work areas.

Skills

Chemical processing

SPC measurements

Process documentation

Contamination-control

Safety compliance

Independent work

6S / housekeeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in technical field

Job description

Technician III (Manufacturing 2nd Shift)

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: TECHN023715

• Full-Time

Locations

Fremont, CA 94538, USA

Description

Join UCTand be part ofthe fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car and device that uses artificial intelligence.This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success –join us today!

UCTis looking for a talentedTechnician IIIto join us in Fremont, CA!

The Chemline Technician III performs advanced chemical processing, cleaning, coating, etching, and surface treatment of semiconductor chamber components within UCT's Advanced Technology Cleaning Centers (ATCC). This role operates and maintains chemical process lines, monitors tank chemistries, performs SPC measurements and process documentation, and ensures adherence to ultra-high-purity contamination control standards. The Technician III serves as an experienced process resource, supporting troubleshooting, process improvements, and training activities while helping drive safety, quality, throughput, and on-time delivery in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform advanced chemical cleaning, stripping, etching, coating, and surface treatment processes on semiconductor chamber components.
• Operate assigned chemline equipment and manufacturing processes in accordance with approved SOPs and process specifications.
• Prepare, monitor, and maintain chemical bath parameters and tank chemistries according to validated process requirements.
• Perform receiving, processing, masking, blasting, coating, drying, baking, inspection, packaging, and shipment preparation activities as required.
• Collect SPC measurements, record process data, and verify process compliance throughout production.
• Verify production documentation, travelers, work orders, and process records for completeness and accuracy.
• Troubleshoot routine process, chemistry, equipment, and quality issues and coordinate corrective actions when required.
• Maintain contamination-control standards and ensure proper handling of customer-owned semiconductor components.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, yield, throughput, cycle-time reduction, and process consistency.
• Assist in training and mentoring Technician I and Technician II employees in established chemline processes.
• Participate in process qualifications, new customer requirements, and implementation of process improvements.
• Handle hazardous chemicals safely and ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety requirements.
• Maintain assigned work areas in accordance with 6S and housekeeping standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of chemical processing, wet chemistry, cleaning, coating, blasting, etching, or surface treatment operations.
• Ability to monitor and maintain process parameters using established specifications and procedures.
• Experience collecting SPC measurements and maintaining process documentation.
• Ability to identify process deviations and assist in troubleshooting production issues.
• Strong understanding of contamination-control principles and quality requirements.
• Ability to interpret work instructions, process specifications, and production documentation.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and manufacturing data-entry systems.
• Commitment to safety, environmental compliance, and 6S practices.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in a technical field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing, chemical processing, semiconductor, coating, plating, surface treatment, contamination control, or related technical experience required.
• Experience operating chemical process equipment and handling hazardous chemicals preferred.
• Experience with SPC measurements, process control, and production documentation preferred.
• Semiconductor chamber-part cleaning, coating, refurbishment, or cleanroom experience strongly preferred.
• Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, or continuous improvement experience is a plus.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

This section is required for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA)

Criteria

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Works in a cleanroom environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to kneel, reach, walk, push, pull, and grasp.
• Stand for LONG PERIODS of time.
• Lift up to 40 lbs. on a consistent basis.
• Work with hazardous chemicals daily.
• Work in a cleanroom environment.Please note the snippet continues appropriately.
• Must be able to read and comprehend directions.
• Must be able to hear and speak to communicate with co-workers. Accommodations can be made for emergency alerts for any deaf employees.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers, faxes, computers, etc.

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $22.79 and $34.23/hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including variable pay and discretionary awardsin addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO (Paid Time Off) and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these additional compensation and benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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