Process Integration and Yield Technician

Intel · Casa Grande · $60,450–$85,340 (stated in the posting)

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Job Description: 

At Intel Foundry, we are driving the future of semiconductor manufacturing through advanced process technologies, innovation, and operational excellence. We are seeking a Process Integration and Yield Technician to support process optimization, defect reduction, yield improvement, and product reliability initiatives within our manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in identifying process issues, analyzing failures, conducting technical investigations, and collaborating with engineering teams to improve manufacturing performance and product quality.

The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and passionate about solving complex technical problems in a fast-paced semiconductor manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform physical, electrical, and technical analysis to identify defects contributing to yield loss, performance degradation, or reliability concerns.
• Conduct failure analysis on semiconductor products and components to determine root causes of electrical or physical failures.
• Perform electrical validation, fault isolation, and defect characterization on devices that fail manufacturing or reliability testing.
• Utilize analytical tools and techniques, including Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), to image, inspect, and characterize defects.
• Prepare and process samples for laboratory analysis and generate detailed reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
• Document, analyze, and communicate technical results to engineers, technicians, operators, and management teams.
• Execute engineering experiments, process evaluations, and test runs to support process integration and yield improvement initiatives.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret inline defect, parametric, reliability, and end-of-line manufacturing data.
• Create and maintain records, charts, graphs, and reports to identify trends, abnormalities, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support material disposition activities through database reporting, statistical analysis, and defect assessment.
• Recommend process, equipment, or operational improvements to enhance product quality, yield, reliability, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Set up, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical and laboratory equipment.
• Partner with process integration, manufacturing, quality, reliability, and engineering teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing standards, specifications, and quality procedures.
• Demonstrate strong quality ownership by supporting Stop the Job (STJ) activities and driving rapid resolution of quality concerns.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentoring to peers to strengthen overall team capability and knowledge sharing.

Behavioral Traits

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Work effectively in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Curious, proactive, and motivated to investigate complex technical issues.
• Adaptable and comfortable working with ambiguity while driving solutions.
• Passion for learning and applying new technologies and methodologies.

Qualifications:

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum qualifications and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. This position is not eligible for Intel immigration sponsorship

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Semiconductor Manufacturing, or another STEM-related field and 4+ years of hands-on laboratory or manufacturing experience in a semiconductor, high-tech manufacturing, engineering, or related technical environment. OR Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Semiconductor Manufacturing, or another STEM-related field and 2+ years of hands-on laboratory or manufacturing experience in a semiconductor, high-tech manufacturing, engineering, or related technical environment.
• Candidate must be willing to:
  • Standing and walking for up to 80% of the workday.
  • Perform precision manual activities, including soldering small devices/components and conducting fine polishing tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience working in a semiconductor manufacturing facility or lab facility.
• 1+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: acoustic imaging, x-rays inspection, electron spectroscopy and imaging (SEM/TEM/EDX), and sample prep techniques is highly desired.
• Familiarity with laboratory techniques.

Explore this opportunity to grow your career and contribute to Intel's success by applying your skills to world-class innovation and quality.

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We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

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