Maintenance Technician-(Sherman, TX

• Job Title:
  
  Maintenance Technician
• Location:
  
  Sherman, TX
• Category:
  Manufacturing Operations

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Global Wafers America (GWA) is shaping the future of the semiconductor industry in Sherman, TX. As we ramp up operations at our state‑of‑the‑art facility, we’re fostering a dynamic work environment where employees innovate, grow their potential, and take ownership of their futures. Our culture is rooted in positive thinking, integrity, and a strong belief that together as a team, we win.

This Sherman facility is the most advanced in the Global Wafers family and serves as the foundation for future expansion. At Global Wafers America, we’re actively seeking talented self‑starters with imagination, creativity, and vision. We welcome original thinkers who are driven to achieve results and ready to take on increasing responsibility within a successful global organization.

• Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in equipment set‑up and calibration tasks.
• Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process.
• Works with engineers to optimize and repair equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance for manufacturing equipment in coordination with company standards and objectives.
• Ensures timely response to restore manufacturing equipment to production status.
• Prioritizes and maintains work schedules based on production deadlines and ensures deadlines are met.
• Maintains a reporting system that reflects schedules, performance, and procedures.
• Emergency Response Team (ERT), Hazwoper Certification.

• Performs other duties as assigned by lead, supervisor, and/or manager.

• High school diploma or
• Up to one‑year related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics diagrams, and PandIDs.

• One or more years of relevant work experience.
• Associate's degree or certificate in a related field of study.
• Expertise in making critical technical decisions.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to multitask effectively.
• Proficient in troubleshooting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in lock out tag out (LOTO) procedures.
• Familiarity with flammable, inert, and toxic gases.
• Knowledgeable about acids, bases, and hazardous chemicals, including Hydrogen Fluoride (HF).

Expertise, talents, characteristics and behaviors which are typically representative, but not all-inclusive, of those commonly associated with the job.

• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise in equipment repair and maintenance.
• Display initiative and accept responsibility for a department section under minimal supervision.
• Apply knowledge and skills, and confer with leadership, to develop and execute section strategy.
• Understand implications of department/division activities, exercise judgment and discretion in recommending and implementing strategies and improvements.
• Effectively utilize available and relevant technical tools and resources (e.g., Microsoft Office, other software or hardware, manufacturing systems and equipment, etc.).
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to explain complex and strategic concepts among diverse audiences, including senior management.
• Perform assigned tasks with reliability, honesty and discretion.

Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of the job.

Work areas include office, maintenance shops, and manufacturing floor.

Compressed, 12‑hour shift (to be assigned).

Abilities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of the job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Must be able to walk and stand on feet without assistance for long periods of time.