Posted:
4/6/2026, 2:46:29 AM
Location(s):
Essex Junction, Vermont, United States ⋅ Vermont, United States
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
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. Factory Automation Technician to sustain and run the fab floor with primary responsibility of resolving equipment and system issues specific to the factory automation systems and robotics. This technician position is a NIGHT shift hourly role (12.5% shift differential applies for nights) working a compressed week of 12-hour shifts. GlobalFoundries is a 24/7 manufacturing facility providing technician support across all shifts.
Essential Responsibilities:
Monitor, control, and repair factory automation and mobile robotics equipment
Perform basic preventive maintenance activities
React to error messages of factory systems and/or equipment
Process wafers using defined procedures.
Perform visual inspections (quality checks)
Recover from equipment and system interruptions.
Identify and address potential areas for improvement and optimize tool availability, cycle time, utilization and cost
Complete all required reporting and documentation
Understand and follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures and requirements
Actively participate in continuous improvement processes, learning and skills development
Collaborate well within a global team and with other internal / external stakeholders
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 manager/supervisor
Required Qualifications:
Education – 2 Year Associates Degree in Engineering Discipline (Mechanical/Electrical) and/or equivalent military experience
Experience – 18+ months of relevant experience and/or equivalent military experience.
Fluency in English Language - both Written & Verbal
Physical Capacity Demands - 12-hour Alternate Work Schedule (Nights or Days), ability to be on your feet for up to 10 hours during a shift, and lift up to 30 lbs.
Work in a clean room environment wearing gloves and a clean room suit, as well as all required PPE
Ability to work cross-functionally and in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors Degree in Engineering discipling (Mechanical / Electrical)
Experience in Semiconductor Equipment Maintenance or other experience in robotics
Experience: 3+ years' experience in semiconductor manufacturing / robotics or related technical experience
Strong and effective communication skills
Expected Salary Range
$48,200.00 - $83,200.00The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
The role you are applying for may require you to obtain a US Department of Defense Security Clearance at some time during your employment. Acceptance of this role commits to applying for such if requested. Further, the applicant consents to being asked questions about their citizenship and background to assess the likelihood of obtaining a Security Clearance. The applicant also acknowledges that GlobalFoundries can only nominate and submit an application for a Security Clearance. The granting of a Security Clearance is at the sole discretion of the U.S. Government and the Department of Defense.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] 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
Website: https://gf.com/
Headquarter Location: New York, New York, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 2009
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Secondary
Industries: Electronics ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Semiconductor