Applications Technician , II or III

Brewer Science, Inc. is a major innovator of high-technology solutions for the semiconductor / microelectronics markets. We are currently seeking a purpose-driven candidate with an ownership mentality to fill an open position as an Applications Technician I, II or III. This position will be located in Rolla, MO.

The Applications Technician is a highly skilled technician that conducts application research for all materials. Has a theoretical knowledge of the assigned area. Able to train and fix equipment in assigned areas and can operate in other areas. Expected to participate in the creation of publications related to conference and article submissions. Ability to work independently on projects as skills enable and needs require.

May lead projects and teams as necessary, and may mentor junior team members, while maintaining a strong approach to problem solving.

• Perform tests as instructed on a specific tool.
• Ability to prepare samples for specific tool and/or understand the process flow for that tool.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area utilizing safety standards.
• Perform accurate and concise data collection with appropriate documentation.
• Serve as an active team member as needed on project teams.
• Observe materials and process behavior.
• Identify and report non-conformance issues with material and processes.
• Comply with cleanroom protocols and clean-up procedures.
• Perform general housekeeping in assigned work areas.
• Communicate with supervisors and team members. Potential of being assigned to cross-functional teams.

• Same duties as Applications Technician I.
• Additional Duties as Applications Technician II:
  • Characterize developmental and commercial materials and processes.
  • Capable of maintaining a specific metrology tool to include running controls, alignments, or other procedures for maintaining the equipment to perform optimally.
  • Ability to modify/edit recipes on the specific metrology equipment trained on.
  • Ability to operate additional metrology tools.
  • Work with Applications Engineers and Technicians to develop or troubleshoot complex processes or products to meet specific customer needs.

• Same duties as Applications Technician II.
• Additional duties as Applications Technician III:
  • Independently characterize developmental and commercial materials and processes.
  • Ability to train other personnel on specific metrology equipment.
  • Exhibit knowledge and competence utilizing necessary metrology equipment.
  • Work on specific tools to overcome common failures.
  • Ability to determine if unexpected or negative results are tool related.
  • Assist customers with interpretation or test results.
  • Work on OEM to troubleshoot a specific tool.
  • Ability to operate additional metrology equipment.

• Associate’s degree in a relevant technical field and 2+ years of related experience or
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field or
• Minimum 6 years of related experience or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, long- and short-term disability, identity theft protection, and pet insurance
• Paid leave, including community service leave, wellness breaks, and other special leave
• Employee stock ownership, 401k, and bonus plans
• Educational assistance & employee assistance program

Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Veterans