Wafer Fab Operator - All Shifts
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator, Production Associate / Production Line
Job Details
Job Location:
Milipitas, CA 95035 Salary Range: $20.00 - $27.50 Hourly
Job Shift: Any
TITLE:
WAFER FAB OPERATOR
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
ALL
SHIFTS:
A, B, C, & D
A: MONDAY THRU WEDNESDAY AND EVERY OTHER THURSDAY 6:00 AM-6:00 PM
B: MONDAY THRU WEDNESDAY AND EVERY OTHER THURSDAY 6:00 PM-6:00 AM
C: FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY AND EVERY OTHER THURSDAY 6:00 AM-6:00 PM
D: FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY AND EVERY OTHER THURSDAY 6:00 PM-6:00 AM
E: MONDAY THRU WEDNESDAY AND EVERY OTHER THURSDAY 12:00 PM-12:00 AM (Training Only)
F: FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY AND EVERY OTHER THURSDAY 12:00 PM-12:00 AM (Training Only)
REPORTS TO:
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the Wafer Fab Operator is responsible for dispositioning wafers through the various steps of the semiconductor wafer manufacturing production process, including the photolithography, plating, polish, and vacuum areas. The Wafer Fab Operator is also responsible for recording data in the Work in Process (WIP) tracking system, analyzing data and reporting anomalies, and learning, understanding, and adhering to established Manufacturing Engineering Instructions (MPI’s);
learning and achieving certification on various assigned tools or operations; and supporting continuous improvement activities for productivity, yield enhancement, and scrap reduction. This position is located in Milpitas, California.
- Dispositions wafers through the semiconductor wafer manufacturing production process, including the photolithography, plating, polish, and vacuum areas
- Records data in the WIP tracking system
- Analyzes data and reports anomalies to Production Supervisor if needed
- Learns, understands, and adheres to established MPI’s for assigned area
- Learns, achieves, and maintains required certifications on assigned tools or operational area
- Supports continuous improvement initiatives in the areas of productivity, yield enhancement, and scrap reduction
- Responds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments
- Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
- Must be able to walk for long periods of time pushing a cart between clean aisles as required
- * Performs other duties of a similar nature or level
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- One year of experience working as an Operator or Assembler in a high-volume manufacturing environment preferably in the semiconductor or electronics industry
- Strong experience using microscopes, small hand tools, or manufacturing tools/equipment
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
- Knowledge of semiconductor or high-volume manufacturing processes, practices, and techniques
- Knowledge and ability to use various types of microscopes, small hand tools, and/or manufacturing equipment
- Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets and Word documents
- Able to enter various types of data into a tracking application on a routine basis
- Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of employees and management
- Able to understand and follow complex directions whether given verbally or in writing
- Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
- Able to walk for long periods of time pushing a cart between clean aisles
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
- Flexible and able to prioritize
- Detail oriented and conscientious
The hourly rate for this full-time position is between $20.00-$27.50 + bonus target + benefits. Within the range the individual pay may differ depending on additional factors including job responsibilities, job related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience. The hourly pay range shown is…
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