Yield Enhancement SEM & ETM Process Shift Technician

Relha LLC; Boise, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology is seeking driven Yield Enhancement Failure Analysis (YE FA) Lab SEM & ETM Process Technicians. You will perform inline targeting procedures using SEM and ETM tools to capture high-quality images, following customer instructions or standardized protocols.

This role emphasizes collaboration with customers and peers, data interpretation, and adherence to safety standards while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of device structures and processes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry experience or equivalent military training in a lab environment.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and standardized protocols precisely.
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts and overtime as needed.
• Commitment to safety protocols and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs SEM analysis requests following detailed instructions, applying basic cross-sectioning techniques for sample preparation and ETM analysis.
• Prioritizes SEM and ETM tasks based on the current request queue, coordinating with supervisors to adjust priorities when necessary.
• Collaborate with customers, peers, and supervisors to clarify instructions and ensure accurate, targeted results.
• Completes analysis requests by interpreting collected data and providing well-supported conclusions.
• Certified and trained to operate all necessary lab equipment for SEM and ETM analysis, while strictly adhering to safety protocols.
• Proactively identifies and reports minor equipment issues to prevent major disruptions, supporting overall lab efficiency.
• Maintains all required training certifications in accordance with area guidelines.
• Keeps up-to-date technical knowledge of device structures and functions for both current and upcoming components.
• Recommends process improvements and partners with leadership to implement effective changes.
• Actively shares knowledge and insights to support team collaboration and continuous learning.
• Utilizes AI and productivity tools to enhance data analysis, reporting, and documentation workflows.

Skills

Data analysis

Lab safety

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

AS/AA degree in Mechatronics, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related fields

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SEM

ETM tools

Exsolve

TEM Link

Metrios

Job description

Yield Enhancement SEM & ETM Process Shift Technician

Our 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:

Micron Technology is seeking driven and thorough Yield Enhancement Failure Analysis (YE FA) Lab SEM & ETM Process Technicians.In this role, you will perform inline targeting procedures using SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope) and ETM tools (including Exsolve, TEM Link, and Metrios) to capture high-quality images. These procedures will follow either customized customer instructions or standardized protocols. As a key contributor to the world’s leading memory and storage solutions provider, you will be at the forefront of innovation. This position requires a strong sense of responsibility and enthusiasm, reflecting Micron’s core values:People, Innovation, Tenacity, Collaboration, and Customer Focus.

Responsibilities:

Performs SEM analysis requests following detailed instructions, applying basic cross-sectioning techniques for sample preparation and ETM analysis.

Prioritizes SEM and ETM tasks based on the current request queue, coordinating with supervisors to adjust priorities when necessary.

Collaborate with customers, peers, and supervisors to clarify instructions and ensure accurate, targeted results.

Completes analysis requests by interpreting collected data and providing well-supported conclusions.

Certified and trained to operate all necessary lab equipment for SEM and ETM analysis, while strictly adhering to safety protocols.

Proactively identifies and reports minor equipment issues to prevent major disruptions, supporting overall lab efficiency.

Maintains all required training certifications in accordance with area guidelines.

Keeps up-to-date technical knowledge of device structures and functions for both current and upcoming components.

Recommends process improvements and partners with leadership to implement effective changes.

Actively shares knowledge and insights to support team collaboration and continuous learning.

AI-Enabled Analysis and Productivity

Utilizes approved AI and digital productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to improve efficiency in data analysis, report generation, knowledge retrieval, and problem-solving activities.

Leverages AI tools to accelerate documentation, communication, and investigation workflows while maintaining data accuracy and engineering judgment.

Demonstrates responsible use of AI technologies in accordance with company policies, data protection requirements, and intellectual property safeguards.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Flexibility to work 12-hour shifts (3 on/4 off and 4 on/3 off) and be willing to move to different shifts and work overtime to support business operations.

The ability to always wear lab-specific clean room garments (100%) to prevent human contamination of products, and occasionally wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), such as a chemical apron and face shield (approximately 1% of the time).

Preferred Requirements:

AAS or AS Degree in Mechatronics, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Science, Physics, Mathematics, or Supply Chain Management(or equivalent trade school/military experience)

2+ years of industry experience; or equivalent military training and experience

2+ year experience identifying performance gaps and implementing strategic improvements.

Experience working within a lab environment

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.