TEM Sample Preparation (FIB) Technician

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Position Summary

The primary function of this new technician position is to operate dual beam Focused Ion Beam equipment to prepare high quality samples suitable for advanced TEM analysis, including level appropriate tool maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting.
Additional functions of this technician position include collaborating with imaging team to improve sample quality, learning new techniques to expand capability, improve output and efficiency for better team throughput and TAT.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Follow SOP and job instructions carefully with a keen attention to details.

• Operate Dual Beam FIB tools to prepare high quality samples free of damage or artifacts for TEM analysis.

• Perform level appropriate tool maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting.

• Strive for output and efficiency improvement to help the team achieve TAT and Capa goals.

• Keep learning to improve skill level and understanding of semiconductor process.

• Determine and assist in development of methods and procedures to optimize techniques and capabilities related to in-lab operations.

• Workhours: Compressed Day Shifts; A Shift – Sunday through Tuesday (6:45am – 7:15pm) with alternating Wednesdays / C Shift – Thursday through Saturday (6:45am – 7:15pm) with alternating Wednesdays.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

• >1 year college or technical school (preferred, but not required)

• >2 years of experience in Semiconductor field (preferred, but not required)

• Must have good eyes to hands coordination and the ability to manipulate small features, tools or samples consistently

• Must have good attention to details in terms of both subtle contrast change in images and written instructions and SOPs

• Must demonstrate motivation and capability to quickly comprehend sophisticated equipment and processes

• Must demonstrate safety mindset and quality consciousness

• Must be a team player and exhibit good communication skills

• Must be able to handle long hours in a stationary sitting position

• Operator level tool maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting are desired but not required

• Chemical and dry etch sample delayering skill is desired but not required

• Physical failure analysis sample manipulation skills are desired but not required.

• Familiar with Microsoft Office applications and have keen ability to navigate various Samsung software applications.

The current base salary range for this role is between $18.60 - $60.40/hour. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards
At Samsung SAS, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE
   

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at SAS are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance
This role requires access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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