Sr. Failure Analysis Technician (A - Shift - Days)

About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role: This position is in the Failure Analysis Laboratory in GlobalFoundries 300mm fab in Malta, New York. The ideal candidate will have some technical understanding in semiconductor failure analysis using sample preparation, imaging, and analytical techniques. The candidate will have a solid understanding of semiconductor technology and manufacturing. This role will be fully onsite working a 12-hour shift schedule (A-Shift) approximately 6am - 6:30pm on Sun - Tues, and alternating Wednesdays.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine analytical jobs using defined and documented procedures meeting or exceeding cycle time and quality standard expectations
• Interact with lab engineers & managers defining analytical methods needed to achieve expected results, meeting expectations of analyses and interpretation of results
• Perform basic preventive maintenance activities of analytical equipment as needed. Assure smooth operation by minimizing stand-by and idle time
• Perform necessary sample preparation techniques (ex. TEM/SEM sample preparation etc.) to enable subsequent analyses to be conducted
• Use standard software applications for analytical job management and results reporting
• Identify and address potential areas for improvement and optimization, cycle time, utilization and cost
• Assists with training others to increase efficiency
• train new team members as needed and other duties as assigned, and proactively promotes a positive work environment
• Complete all required reporting and documentation
• Actively participate in continuous improvement processes
• Conduct routine analytical jobs using defined and documented procedures meeting or exceeding cycle time and quality standard expectations

Other Responsibilities:

• Understand and follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures and requirements
• Other duties as assigned by manager / supervisor

Required Qualification:

• Education - 2 Year Technical/associate’s degree in science, Math, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Manufacturing or a related discipline or equivalent military training / experience
• Direct experience working in an analytical laboratory (preferably related to failure analysis), materials science, inorganic chemistry
• Fluency in English Language – both written & verbal
• Ability to perform shift work on a 12-hour day shift schedule
• Ability to follow work and safety procedures for the laboratory environment
• Ability to be a team player with a strong work ethic
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks and required documentation; demonstrate solid work performance in an environment requiring a high level of attention to detail and timeliness

Preferred Qualifications:

• Semiconductor process knowledge and/or semiconductor manufacturing
• Experience using SEM, FIB, TEM sample preparation, TEM imaging
• Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize activities
• Direct knowledge of one or more analysis methodologies used in failure analysis for state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing

We offer industry leading benefits including:

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Multiple competitive options for medical, vision, and dental insurance plans
• Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Career development programs offered through a network of accredited educational programs with tuition reimbursement included
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Quarterly performance bonus

Expected Salary Range $48,200.00 - $83,200.00 The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

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