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Job Description:

The Senior Technician in wet etch is primarily responsible for maintaining the wet etch hoods, benches, CFM wet processors, SST solvent strip chambers, Verteq spin/rinse dryers, SEZ Da Vinci advanced clean bench, bulk chemical delivery and distribution systems, and related equipment at Microchip’s Tempe manufacturing facility.  Additionally, the Senior Technician is responsible for performing preventive maintenance procedures, troubleshooting, and repairing unscheduled failures, completing engineering projects, and accurately communicating all maintenance activities in EMS.

This is for a CWW (compressed workweek) front-nights shift, swing every other Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM, 12 hour shifts with 18% shift differential. Benefits begin on first day of hire.

Qualifications/Requirements

Possess an ASEE or ASET degree or Military Equivalent.Greater than ten years of experience working in the semiconductor manufacturing wet etch functional area.  Additionally, the ideal candidate will have greater than eight years of experience working on at least 2 of the following platforms:

SCP wet benchScreen wet benchSST solvent stripCFM wet processorsVerteq spin/rinse dryersBulk chemical delivery systems

Skilled and experienced in mentorship and training of junior technicians.Understands and can troubleshoot complex electronic/electro-mechanical circuitry and related components.Has the ability to demonstrate strong written/verbal communication skills.Must possess strong knowledge of electronic component operations.Understands the application and usage of various measurement tools (i.e., Oscilloscope, DVM, etc.)Possess a solid/strong mechanical aptitude.Must understand and be familiar with precision optics and mechanical assemblies (robotics).Experienced with and follows chemical safety procedures and protocols.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Special Requirements:

Mandatory ERT physical including team participation as an active member of the Emergency Response Team.Essential Physical Functions and working conditions:This is a safety sensitive positionThis position is not eligible for sponsorship

Essential Physical Functions and working conditions - Must be able to:

Lift 75 lbs.Work in full PPE gown, gloves, face shield for long periodsWork on a 6 foot ladderBend, stretch and contort to repair items on the tool; work bent over with head and arms below waist levelWork on knees or lying down to repair toolRequired to use a respiratorUse basic hand toolsStanding on hard surfaces for long periods on metal or concrete floors

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Bending at Waist, Burns, Carrying, Climbing, Crouching, Dust or gases, Electrical Hazards, Feeling, Fumes or Odors, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Mechanical Hazards, Noise and/or vibration, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Stooping, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

Lift 75 lbs.

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the EEO is the Law Poster and the EEO is the Law Poster Supplement. Please also refer to the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.