Manufacturing Technician

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer

Location:

Tainan,TWN

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. 

 

 

As a Manufacturing Technician, you'll work hands-on in a cleanroom environment to build and test our multimillion-dollar display and wafer fabrication equipment that’s behind the technology we use every day. You'll be responsible for building, repairing, and testing various types of equipment--including electrical, electro-mechanical, vacuum, and pneumatic assemblies, subassemblies, and components. You will perform electro-mechanical assembly operations, troubleshooting, and repairs-- and perform audits to ensure necessary parts are available and inspected for defects. Using test fixtures, electronic measurement equipment, leak detectors, and vacuum pumps you'll test assemblies, complete documentation, perform repairs, or install software to continuously improve our processes.

 

 

Role Responsibilities: 

• Use work orders (including schematics, wiring diagrams, parts lists, and instructions) to build, repair and/or test equipment of various kinds (electrical, electro-mechanical, vacuum, pneumatic assemblies, subassemblies and components) 

• Perform a wide variety of electro-mechanical assembly operations, troubleshooting and repairs 

• Receive parts and perform audits to ensure all necessary parts are available and free of defects  

• Use test fixtures, electronic measurement equipment, leak detectors and/or vacuum pumps to test assemblies, subassemblies and components 

• Complete required job documentation (data entry) about progress, work expense and labor details; perform computer programming, repair or software installs, as needed 

• Work closely with engineering on developing and proposing new processes and procedures, and provide input on new product design and integration  

• Provide training and support to lower-level technicians; assist supervisor in aligning resources for daily production needs 

• Serve as a Quality Lead for processes, as needed; assist with quality issues at customer sites and provide feedback to improve manufacturing processes 

Minimum Qualifications:

• An Associate’s degree 

• 4–7 years of semiconductor or display experience, or comparable industry or military experience

• Specialized expertise within an analytical/scientific area for performing complex work 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated proficiency in multiple semiconductor manufacturing concepts and processes

• Ability to operate as a senior technical leader and present projects with minimal supervision

• Proven and capable people leadership (of teams 5+)

• Willingness to travel (up to 10%) to support teams, as needed

• ASSEET

• BSEET (DeVry, TSTC) 

Physical Requirements: 
This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts. Additionally, because this position may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required. 

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.