Process Technician - Photo

Join TSMC Washington and help power the future of global technology. As the world’s leading semiconductor foundry, TSMC partners with industry pioneers to drive advancements in critical sectors, including healthcare, automotive, and renewable energy. At our Washington facility, we unite precision manufacturing with a culture of continuous innovation. We are seeking driven professionals who share our commitment to integrity, excellence, and collaboration to join us in shaping the next generation of technology. 

Responsibilities include but not limited to: 

• 1. Operational Tasks:

  • Set up, operate, and maintain photolith CD and overlay recipe

  • Thickness tuning

  • Visual inspection on the wafer about defect and scriber ID   

   

  2. Process Monitoring and Troubleshooting:

  • Thickness tuning

  • CD SEM recipe setup

  • Overlay recipe setup

   

  3. Support Process Improvement:

  • Assist engineers and supervisors in identifying opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvement.

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 Minimum Requirement:

1. Technical Skills:

   • Understanding of photolithography processes, including coating, exposure, and development of photoresist materials.

   • Proficiency with computer-controlled machinery and software systems for onduty and manual operation on the tool

2. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:

   • Ability to analyze and interpret process data to optimize performance and troubleshoot issues.

   • Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods.
     
     

 Personal Attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Communication skills to collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and other team members.

• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to follow instructions and procedures closely.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to spend majority of shift on feet, both walking and standing, with occasional sitting.

• Frequent coordinated use of hands.

• Lift and or carry up to 56 pounds.

• Pushing or pulling 66 pounds.

• Occasionally reach, bend forward while standing, or squat.

Eligibility Requirements

• Work Authorization: All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that TSMC is unable to provide or assume sponsorship for employment visas at this time.

• Pre-Employment Screening: Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. In compliance with Washington State regulations, the pre-employment drug screen does not test for cannabis (marijuana).

Work Location & Schedule

This position is fully on-site at our Camas, Washington campus. * Schedule: Compressed Work Week (CWW) consisting of alternating 12-hour shifts (3 days on one week, 4 days on the next). * Shift Availability: Please note that this position is primarily designated for the night shift.

Compensation & Total Rewards

At TSMC, base pay is just one element of a highly competitive total rewards package. * Hourly Starting Range: $28.60 to $31.24 per hour (for new hires). * Full Position Range: $28.60 to $33.85 per hour. Final compensation is determined by a variety of factors, including specialized skills, qualifications, education, experience, and internal equity. * Additional Incentives: Our total compensation package also includes market-competitive pay, performance-based profit sharing, incentive bonuses, and tuition assistance.

Comprehensive Benefits

We are committed to supporting the holistic well-being of our employees and their families by offering a robust benefits package:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, a dedicated employee wellness program, basic life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.

• Financial Future: A 401(k) retirement plan with a competitive company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).

• Work-Life Balance: 12 paid holidays per year and 120 hours of accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) during your first year.

• On-Site Campus Amenities: Access to a fully equipped fitness center, an interactive game room, an on-site physical therapist, and a subsidized café offering high-quality meals for as low as $6 a day.

For inquiries or further details regarding our benefits package, please contact us at recruitingwa@tsmc.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

TSMC Washington, LLC is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact us at recruitingwa@tsmc.com. Accommodation requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable employment laws.

TSMC Core Values

We invite talented individuals who share our vision to join us in shaping the future of technology. Our core values define our culture, drive our decisions, and guide our daily actions. We seek candidates who embody these principles:

• Integrity: We act with absolute honesty, honor our commitments, and deliver on our promises with humility.

• Commitment: We foster a mutually beneficial partnership between the company and our employees, aligning personal dedication with collective success.

• Innovation: The engine of our growth. We do not just generate ideas; we execute them to drive meaningful advancement.

• Customer Trust: We build deep, enduring partnerships, positioning ourselves as a reliable pillar of our customers’ long-term success.

To learn more about what drives us, please visit TSMC Core Values.