R&D Semiconductor Process Technician

R&D Semiconductor Process Technician

This is an onsite position in our Thornton office

Summary/Objective

Forge Nano Inc, a fast-growing materials company with a focus on manufacturing nano-scale coatings across a wide range of markets, is seeking a talented wafer technician in the Materials Group. This position covers a broad range of duties, including materials processing, general laboratory management, instrumentation cleaning, assembly and maintenance of process tools, and basic process development for Forge Nano’s ALDx processes.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

1. Performs general housekeeping, maintenance and organization of the small wafer-specific laboratory and inventory areas (cleanroom); includes hands-on cleaning and maintenance, ordering lab supplies (spares, wafer inventory, general supplies), facilities upkeep and installations, and organization and interpersonal skills to coordinate with other departments.

2. Prepares documentation for procedures, processes, and best-known-methods including work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation as these things are developed.

3. Keeps a neat and orderly record of all work done. Maintain data and records as necessary.

4. Executes plan disseminated from Process Manager and Engineers to run experiments on a tool. Able to operate atomic layer deposition (ALD) production tool and troubleshoot basic software and hardware issues.

5. Helps to sustain production operations on wafer ALD tools to ensure high equipment availability and product quality by:

a) Aids with the basic daily tasks of keeping tools running, including support loading/unloading reactors, monitoring automated processes, refreshing process chemicals and supplies, cleaning and packaging wafers/samples, cleaning systems components and work areas.

b) Supports maintenance program through continued development and execution of preventive maintenance procedures, troubleshooting, and performing periodic systems checks.

c) Performs basic quality control or process diagnostics and charting the results.

6. Maintains a safe work environment and staying OSHA compliant with relevant safety training.

Required Education and Experience

1. AS in physics, chemistry, materials, or equivalent engineering fields or 1+ year fab experience

2. 1 year hand-on/laboratory experience

Preferred Skills and Experience

1. Self-driven problem-solving skills

2. Team collaboration and communication skills

3. Wafer handling experience

4. Vacuum equipment experience a plus

5. Experience in an industrial company that conducted materials development and advanced materials manufacturing a plus.

Work Environment

This is not a remote job. Work is carried out onsite in a research and development laboratory. While performing the duties of this job, the employee handles hazardous chemicals in the laboratory. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, steel toe shoes, lab coat, and in the plant, a hard hat. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Strict adherence to corporate and/or plant policies, rules and regulations in these areas is required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here 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 the essential functions.

The employee occasionally will work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Travel

No travel required for this position.

Compensation/Benefits/Posting Information

• $25-29/hr depending on qualifications

• Medical/dental/vision/disability and life insurance, holidays, PTO, Flexible Spending Account, and 401(k) plan with company match.

• This position will be posted until filled.

• Please apply for this position following the included links.

• Forge Nano does not use AI to screen applications. We believe that all applicants for a position should be reviewed by the HR and hiring teams.

Forge Nano is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.