Seahorse

Cleans and maintains wafer processing machines and equipment and mixes chemical solutions, following production specifications: Reads work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring replenishment of chemical solutions. Measures and mixes chemical solutions, using graduated beakers and funnels. Pours chemical solutions into wafer processing machine tanks to replenish machine supplies. Cleans furnace accessories, such as quartz tubes and stainless steel tubing, using chemical solutions. Removes broken quartzware and wafers from furnace and vacuums interior of furnace. Cleans processing machines and equipment, using cleaning solvent and cloth. Removes and replaces empty machine and equipment gas tanks. Measures furnace temperatures, using thermal rod or thermocouple, and turns knobs on furnace control panel to adjust temperature. May re-stock storage shelves and work station with supplies, such as chemicals, alcohol, and rubber gloves. May maintain log records of machine and equipment processing readings.

Personality Traits


Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.

Ready for a Challenge: You jump into new projects with initiative and drive.

Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.

Salary and Education


How much does a Semiconductor Processing Equipment Production Technician make?

Nationally: $23,000 – $60,000

Main education level: Certificate

source: US Dept of Labor





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