Technician 5, Equipment

Posted:
8/21/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Oregon, United States ⋅ Beaverton, Oregon, United States

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $12 billion in FY22 and approximately 25,000 people globally working alongside 125,000 global customers, ADI ensures today’s innovators stay Ahead of What’s Possible.

Primary Purpose and Position Summary:

Optimize the performance of tools and equipment for semiconductor wafer production within a cleanroom environment. Cultivate strong internal relationships and provide excellent customer service and support in a timely manner. Proactively address technical issues employing physical model troubleshooting to minimize tool downtime and resolve root causes.  Perform routine preventative and corrective maintenance to specifications and systematically maintain detailed documentation of work performed. Collaborate with engineering and production teams to maximize operational effectiveness.

Essential Duties:

  • Act as a highly skilled specialist and contribute to cross-functional projects within the manufacturing facility; advise junior level technicians and share expertise of theoretical knowledge of electronic, mechanical, robotics/wafer handling, pneumatic, vacuum, chemical, and gas delivery systems related to semiconductor manufacturing and any other subsystem relevant to technical area
  • Apply technical expertise and employ advanced competencies in electronic troubleshooting, incorporating knowledge of electromechanical concepts, specific process theory and the application of in-depth tool design to analyze individual subsystem and component theories
  • Collaborate with colleagues to execute strategic goals that deliver cost savings, improve tool capability, availability and efficiency, improve line/die yield, and/or optimize processes and efficiencies across manufacturing
  • Partner with tool owners and junior level technicians to respond to and address tool downtime promptly, conduct thorough inspections, test and troubleshoot to identify technical issues; provide recommendations and independently perform advanced corrective maintenance according to specifications; collaborate with tool owner to identify root causes and implement long-term solutions
  • Suggest modifications of preventative maintenance procedures and specifications to the tool owner; lend expertise and assist tool owners with project management related to equipment upgrades, modifications and installations, and by tracking tool performance; special projects may be assigned to improve tool reliability and reduce scrap risk on equipment failures
  • Perform preventative maintenance; mentor and train junior level technicians for independent proficiency on advanced corrective or routine preventative maintenance
  • Work with and around hazardous chemicals and gases; includes pouring chemicals, changing out gases or working in environments in which hazardous chemicals and/or gases are present and/or utilized
  • Fully comprehend and utilize work stream and parts management systems; use Statistical Process Control (SPC) to troubleshoot and determine the health of tools as well as to predict potential failures
  • Demonstrate a clear understanding of factory health including cycle time, line yield and safety indicators; drive semiconductor factory-wide lean and Harbarian Process Modeling methodologies to streamline and optimize semiconductor factory processes
  • Work with engineering to reach outside the local Semiconductor factory to collaborate on tool issues and to share BKM knowledge; Possess advanced knowledge of test equipment and specialty tools required to perform daily tasks
  • Reach outside the local manufacturing to collaborate on tool issues and to share BKM knowledge; research and gain knowledge on tool subsystems and components; possess expert knowledge of test equipment and specialty tools required to perform daily tasks
  • Coordinate the installation of new equipment and work with the engineering teams to complete modifications to existing equipment
  • Systematically maintain and update process documentation through real time system entries as work is performed
  • Maintain a clean working area and follow 5S principles while performing preventative and corrective maintenance; ensure consistent quality output and perform tasks in accordance with all quality procedures, standards and specifications
  • Comply with and follow all specified environmental, safety and health, cleanroom, chemical handling protocols and procedures and maintain all Semiconductor factory certifications as required
  • Report accidents and spills promptly; make recommendations to improve safe work practices
  • Must be able to perform the essentials duties of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation

Additional Duties:       

  • Lead a support team and support cross-functional initiatives
  • Implement advanced initiatives across the manufacturing, collaborate with all levels of technicians and tool owners to optimize organizational effectiveness
  • Communicate with operators to understand difference in performance in comparison to normal functions
  • Submit continuous improvement ideas: implement solutions to advanced suggestions
  • Lend expertise to assist and advise tool owners as needed with their specific toolsets
  • Collaborate with members of manufacturing, equipment and process engineering teams to resolve quality and productivity challenges: assist engineering technicians in performing process experiments or new test methods

Key Behaviors:

  • Act in accordance with and uphold Our Values:
    • Innovation – Create the Future
    • Respect – Embrace Humanity
    • Agility – Sense and Adapt
    • Impact – Play to Win
    • Leadership – Act With Courage
    • Balance – Think Holistically
    • Learning – Evolve With a Changing World
    • Community – Succeed Together
  • Work with a safety mindset; behave in a safe manner which protects yourself and those around you
  • Set high standard for oneself, take ownership and personal responsibility for quality of work
  • Foster an ethical culture based on equity and inclusion
  • Comply with the ADI Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and Code of Corporate Social Responsibility

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ability to wear any required PPE and cleanroom garments including, but not limited to, full-body jumpsuit, safety glasses, nitrile gloves, face masks, hairnets, hoods and closed-toe cleanroom shoes
  • Ability to read, comprehend and follow written procedures, both on paper and a computer monitor, and ability to respond to verbal directions accurately and efficiently
  • Basic personal computer and keyboarding skills for the accurate input of data; proficiency in Microsoft word and Excel
  • Comprehensive understanding of statistical process control principals
  • Ability to read, follow and interpret schematics
  • Strong communication skills and ability to effectively communicate written and orally
  • Demonstrated work performance in an environment requiring a high level of attention to detail and follow-up
  • Ability to troubleshoot to component level when necessary
  • Basic math skills such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, calculating averages/percentages, and a strong understanding of statistics and ability to apply these skills to the job
  • Strong multitasking skills and the ability to understand and work through complex problems
  • Ability to walk and stand continuously throughout a 12-hour shift
  • Ability to ascend and descend stairs frequently
  • Ability to lift, push, pull and carry up to 35 pounds
  • Ability to see colors (yellow, orange, red, blue, purple, green, white) and flashing alarms
  • Ability to hear and respond immediately to equipment alarms

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong mechanical background
  • Previous experiences and familiarity with a cleanroom or semiconductor manufacturing environment
  • 15 or more years of experience as an equipment technician maintaining semiconductor processing equipment or manufacturing experience
  • Experience working on the following AMAT systems: Endura PVD/TxZ; Centura DxZ/HDP/WxZ/RTP; Producer

Minimum Education Required:

Associate degree or combination of education and technical training in lieu of associate degree

Preferred Education:

Associate degree

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export  licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.  As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

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Job Req Type: Experienced

          

Required Travel: No

          

Shift Type: COP (Continuous Opns.)

The wage range for a new hire into this position is $25 to $34.
  • Actual wage offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, training, external market data, internal equity, or other bona fide factors.

  • This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.

  • This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.