Process Technicians play a critical role in maintaining the quality and performance of semiconductor manufacturing processes and wafers. The Process Technician is responsible for sustaining and improving manufacturing processes within the fab, ensuring high yield, process stability, and product quality. This role supports production by troubleshooting process and equipment issues, analyzing data, and implementing continuous improvements. The technician will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Maintenance teams to sustain operations, enhance process capability, and promote a culture of quality and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Support CMP/ATMC production by executing, sustaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing processes
Monitor and sustain area production needs to meet output and quality targets
Review and disposition FDC faults in accordance with established OCAPs
Disposition material and ensure accurate documentation in systems such as LDMS/MDR
Review and analyze SPC and TMON data to identify trends and drive corrective actions
Perform engineering qualification tasks and support process changes
Develop, update, and maintain process documentation including specifications, OCAPs, and SWEs
Improve process performance, stability, and yield through data-driven continuous improvement
Optimize tool utilization and availability in partnership with maintenance and engineering teams
Set up and optimize Nova and touch-up recipes (CMP-specific)
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Support and promote a strong Quality Culture, including standardized work and 5S methodology
Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Maintenance to resolve issues
Train manufacturing personnel on procedures and standardized work as required
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience & Education
3–5 years of semiconductor manufacturing experience (CMP experience required)
Associate’s (AA) Technical Degree or equivalent hands-on factory experience
Technical coursework or additional training preferred
Technical Skills
Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to logically isolate and resolve issues
Working knowledge of process control, SPC, sampling strategies, and data analysis
Experience reviewing and interpreting manufacturing data and trends
Familiarity with systems such as PCM, RMS, ECMS, LDMS, and MDR preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, SharePoint)
Basic understanding of EHS standards and chemical handling/nomenclature
Professional Skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across teams
Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with site personnel
More information about NXP in the United States...
NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.
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