Process Technician

TSMC · Austin, TX · Yesterday

On-siteManagementInternship

Monitor & Operate Automated Systems – Independently run production shifts by monitoring wafer flow, tool performance, and system dashboards to ensure every step meets standard.
Respond to Alarms & Analyze Data – Act immediately when alarms occur, apply decision trees/SOPs, and collect system data to trace abnormalities and prevent recurrence.
Collaborate Across Teams for Stability – Work closely with engineers and teammates to restore stability, refine procedures, and drive continuous improvements.
Manage Multiple Tasks & System Checks – Balance lots, system alerts, and tool checks in parallel to set the right priorities to safeguard yield and production output.

Run Production Shifts: Operate and oversee automated systems that control wafer flow and tool performance.
Respond with Speed & Judgment: Resolve abnormalities following SOPs and decision trees, while applying judgment for urgent cases outside SOP coverage.
Analyze Data for Insights: Use system tools and reports to identify patterns, trace root causes, and document solutions.
Coordinate with Engineers: Collaborate to troubleshoot issues, stabilize processes, and continuously improve line performance.
Grow into Leadership: With experience, take on shift coordination, lead daily meetings, and mentor junior teammates that leads to opportunities in shift leadership and cross-team improvement projects.

Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, solid computer proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Reliable, communicative, team-oriented, and confident in taking responsibility during shifts.
Candidates should demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and strong discipline in following procedures and maintaining schedules.

Flexible for 12-hour shifts (day/night, 3–4 days per week), with occasional overtime based on production needs.
This role requires regular rotation between day and night shifts to meet production needs.
While the role is primarily office-based, occasional entry into the cleanroom environment (with protective gowning) is required.

Structured Onboarding (6–9 months): Includes SOP training, OJT, shadowing, and simulation.
Skill Development: Advance from mastering operations and systems to independent decision-making, to leadership responsibilities.
Transparent Career Progression: Build long-term growth opportunities in technical expertise, shift leadership, and cross-department projects.

Associate’s degree (any field of study) preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in a non-STEM discipline may also be considered (STEM bachelor’s degree holders are encouraged to apply for Engineer roles).

TSMC Arizona operates 24/7, 365 days a year. This position requires candidate to have ability and willingness to work any shift (day or night) in a compressed work week schedule once training is done.
The compressed work week shift structure is Work 4 days on, 3 days off for one week and 3 days on, 4 days off the next week. Each shift is 12 hours, from 6am to 6pm or 6pm to 6am.

Be trusted to independently safeguard production in the most advanced fab in the U.S.
Gain time-critical decision-making responsibility during shifts, going beyond routine operations.
Develop a long-term career with structured training and a transparent growth path.
Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities to advance globally.
Access to global expertise, with opportunities to learn from TSMC’s worldwide best practices and to contribute to the success of U.S. semiconductor manufacturing.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans: Choose the options that best fit your and your family’s needs.
Income-Protection Programs: Financial assistance during injury or illness.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Secure your financial future with competitive employer contributions.
Paid Time-Off Programs and Holidays: Recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

Work Location: 5088 W. Innovation Circle, Phoenix, AZ 85083

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