CMP Process Engineering Technician (49732)

HEADWAY TECHNOLOGIES INC•Milpitas, CA

1d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Sr. Manager, CMP Process Development, the CMP Process Technician provides support to the engineering teams in the CMP area, assists and supports wafer fabrication, reviews and documents CMP processes or procedures, and dispositions abnormal wafers for rework; maintains process controls using Statistical Process Control (SPC), collects and analyzes data, and recommends corrective action; performs microscopy inspection using Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) and Focused Ion Beam (FIB) techniques. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

Requirements

Associates degree in Electronics or Industrial Technology and/or equivalent relevant experience
Two years of experience working in the semiconductor industry
Knowledge of CMP processes and procedures
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
Knowledge and ability to use various types of microscopes, including AFM and FIB
Knowledge of semiconductor or hard disk drive (HDD) principles and processes
Knowledge and ability to use SPC to maintain process controls
Knowledge of CMP processes and procedures
Ability to collect and analyze data, present findings, and recommend corrective action
Ability to adhere to all safety policies and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and management
Demonstrated ability to follow routine verbal or written instructions
Demonstrated problem solving and organizational skills
Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills
Skilled at resolving issues quickly and efficiently
Flexible and able to prioritize

Responsibilities

Provides support to the engineering teams in the CMP area
Supports wafer fabrication and CMP processes to ensure that wafers are processed efficiently
Reviews and documents processes and procedures; partners with engineering to implement changes effectively
Dispositions abnormal or atypical wafers for rework; ensures that rework is completed promptly
Collects and analyzes data and recommends corrective action if required
Reviews and maintains process controls using SPC and prepares charts and graphs
Performs various types of inspections using AFM and FIB microscopy
Assists with troubleshooting and resolving process-related issues
Participates in and recommends modifications to procedures or processes in support of continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborates with engineering to qualify or approve new processes or procedures
Creates reports, charts, or graphs on an ad-hoc or routine basis
Responds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments
Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level