Equipment Technician - Photolithography; Nights

Position: Staff Equipment Technician - Photolithography (Nights)
** About Global Foundries:
** Global Foundries 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, Global Foundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit .

** Summary of Role:
** Global Foundries Fab 9 is seeking experienced professionals to support the state of the art 200mm semiconductor manufacturing and development in Essex, Vermont.  The core responsibilities of this team involve ownership of process integration of semiconductor devices; monitoring performance and driving improvements related to technology yield, Cp/Cpk of inline and electrical parameters, defectivity, and more.  The team is also responsible for the development of new and emerging technologies through definition/execution of experiments and technical data analysis.  

The ideal candidate can demonstrate a technical understanding of semiconductor principles and an understanding of a balanced scorecard approach to develop, sustain, and improve semiconductor technologies with quality, cost, and delivery all considered.
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* Essential Responsibilities:

*** Monitor, control, and qualify state of the art 200mm semiconductor equipment
* Perform basic preventive maintenance activities
* React to error messages of factory systems and/or equipment
* Process wafers using defined procedures
* Review Statistical Process Control charts for process quality and react to Out of Control conditions including defect troubleshooting
* Perform visual inspections (quality check)
* Recover from process and tool 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
* Strong team member, able to work well with a global team, train new team members as needed and other duties as assigned
* Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
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* 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.
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* Required Qualifications:

*** 2 Year Technical/Associates Degree in Science, Math, Engineering, Semi-Conductor Manufacturing or a related discipline or equivalent military training/experience or equivalence
* At least 6 years direct experience working in semiconductor manufacturing or in semiconductor tool/equipment/facilities maintenance
* Fluency in English Language – written & verbal
* Physical Capacity Demands
* Able to perform shift work on a 12-hour shift schedule; including working in a cleanroom environment per semiconductor industry and Global Foundries protocol/requirements
* Able to wear all required clean room protective clothing and equipment throughout a 12 hour day (excluding breaks)
* Able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds on a periodic basis throughout the shift (preventive maintenance) and/or process issues
* Able to perform work in a standing position for majority of a 12 hour shift (excluding breaks)
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** 8+ years direct experience working in semiconductor manufacturing or in semiconductor tool/equipment/facilities maintenance
* Strong technical skills and knowledge of semiconductor processing and process equipment
* Able to operate computer and system interface programs to ensure appropriate computing and analysis of production information
* Able to follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks and required documentation; demonstrate solid work performance in an environment requiring high level of attention to detail and timeliness
* Strong team member, able to work well with a global team, train new team members as needed and other duties as assigned; able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize activities
* Proficiency with software applications, Microsoft Office, as well as specific programs of SAP, MES, ASPECT; able to create reports and document procedures
* Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control methodologies & systems
* Familiarity with Lean processes & activities and Kaizen teams
** We offer industry leading benefits including:
*** Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
* Multiple competitive options for medical, vision, and dental insurance plans
* Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan.
* Career development programs offered through a network of accredited educational programs with tuition reimbursement included.
* Paid parental leave.
* Employee Stock…