Polar Semiconductor · 1 day ago
Equipment Maintenance Technician - LPCVD Diffusion
Bloomington, MN, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$28/hr - $34/hr
5+ years expPolar Semiconductor is seeking motivated Equipment Maintenance Technicians to join their team in Bloomington, MN. In this role, you will monitor, sustain, and improve semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes while ensuring tool performance and supporting equipment installations and upgrades.
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Responsibilities
Complete all required safety training and conduct work in compliance with safety policies
Monitor equipment performance, perform preventative maintenance, and ensure tool uptime
Troubleshoot and repair equipment using mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, and PC/software skills
Perform calibrations, repairs, and updates on key process equipment and systems
Document all maintenance activities in Equipment Management Systems and complete PM checklists accurately
Create, review, and update controlled documentation (PM procedures, check-sheets, work instructions)
Engage in systematic troubleshooting to identify and resolve root causes of failures
Monitor, analyze, and address SPC (Statistical Process Control) issues; respond to out-of-control conditions
Support and maintain 5S standards and continuous improvement initiatives
Communicate effectively with engineers, lead technicians, and production teams to coordinate repairs and updates
Contribute to detailed shift pass downs to ensure smooth transitions
Safely perform work in hazardous environments while using appropriate PPE, including SCBA or respirators
Participate as a member of the Emergency Response Team
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in electronics technology or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and substantial related semiconductor manufacturing experience
Knowledge of electronics and control systems, mechanics/robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics, vacuum systems, and fluid mechanics
Understanding of AC/DC circuits, pneumatic/hydraulic circuits, and vacuum systems
Familiarity with SPC principles and ability to respond to SPC issues
Proficiency with test and calibration equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs)
PC skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis skills
Ability to properly use hand tools and PPE
Effective communication, multitasking, and time management skills
Preferred
5+ years of maintenance experience with 200mm Sandvik MRL Horizontal Diffusion Furnaces, 200mm Expertech VTR Diffusion Vertical Furnaces, or 200mm TEL Alpha 8/8S/8SE LPCVD/Diffusion Vertical Furnaces
Understanding of LPCVD and Diffusion processes
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
401(k) plan with generous company match
Paid time off
Annual incentive bonus
Tuition reimbursement
Employee support programs such as EAP and legal/ID theft protection
Company
Polar Semiconductor
Polar Semiconductor manufactures automotive-grade semiconductors for various applications.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$298MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Commerce
2024-09-24Grant· $123M
2024-04-26Private Equity· $175M
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