Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado

Elkton Day Shift (Train on A Shift, Transfer to C Shift)

Our Team:

Semtech is a leading supplier of high-performance analog and mixed-signal semiconductors and advanced algorithms. Our customers have worldwide locations and are serviced from our manufacturing location in Colorado Springs.  We offer a company supported medical plan, paid holidays, vacation time, etc.

Job Summary:

The Plating Technician I provides day shift manufacturing support for Electroless Nickel Plating operations in a high-tech, high-volume environment. This role supports advanced packaging of wafer and die level bare silicon products, ensuring safe, high-quality plating processes are maintained in compliance with all applicable regulations and standards. 

Responsibilities:

Plating Operations (40%) 

• Monitor plating bath chemistry and adjust chemistry to plating line baths as necessary, including tank temperatures and pH 
• Run titrations to analyze chemical baths and maintain line balance 
• Set up plating runs and maintain the plating line 
• Run parts manually through the plating line and monitor parts as they process through plating baths 

Equipment & Facility Maintenance (25%) 

• Inspect all related tank level sensors, piping, fittings, and pumps for leaks and damage 
• Carry out bi-weekly and monthly plating tank maintenance, including dumping, cleaning, and preparation of process baths 
• Maintain a clean and orderly plating and lab area 

Wafer Handling & Inspection (20%) 

• Handle standard thickness and thin wafers with care 
• Visually inspect wafers pre- and post-plate using microscopes and digital imaging systems 
• Perform shear metals testing post-plate and conduct height measurements 

Documentation & Compliance (10%) 

• Maintain accurate logs for all chemical additions 
• Follow all City, State, and Federal regulations for wastewater and hazardous materials handling 
• Adhere to clean room protocols including use of lab coat, hairnet, booties, facemask, gloves, eye-protective lenses along with all other PPE requirements. 

Process Improvement & Other Duties (5%) 

• Assist with plating experiments and development of new plating processes 
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Associate's degree in Chemistry or a related field with 1–2 years of experience in the Chemical or Semiconductor Industry; OR High School Diploma/GED or equivalent with 3–4 years of experience in the Chemical or Semiconductor Industry 
• Working knowledge of algebra 
• Ability to identify problems and respond quickly and effectively 
• Ability to work independently and remain self-motivated 
• Ability to maintain a safe working environment and follow best practices for chemical handling 
• Good verbal and written communication skills for product documentation 
• Understanding of City, State, and Federal regulations for Wastewater and Hazardous Materials 

Career Growth Philosophy:

At Semtech, we seek innovation and leadership from each and every member of our team.  Our goal is to ensure that our talented professionals are equipped with support, resources, and the opportunity to excel. Our pay-for-performance philosophy provides recognition and prestige coupled with a competitive compensation package.

The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

This position will remain open until filled.

The salary range corresponding to this role is as follows:

Plating Technician $22-24

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, personal time off and other benefits available.