Technician II (Chemline)

About the role

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT—as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success—join us today!

The Technician II performs chemical and manual processing of parts, including cleaning, masking, coating, and operating equipment to meet production standards. This role ensures compliance with safety protocols and environmental regulations while handling hazardous materials. It supports continuous improvement through organization, task management, and process training. By maintaining a clean, safe work area and adhering to SOPs, the Technician II contributes to efficient operations and high-quality output in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Process parts utilizing both chemical and manual cleaning methods, including receiving, processing, wiping, scrubbing, masking, chemical processing, machine operating, etching, blasting, coating, drying, baking, and other processes as needed.
• Follow all SOPs, Lean manufacturing processes, company policies, and practices.
• Complete training on assigned processes.
• Perform daily organization and upkeep of assigned process area.
• Attend monthly safety meetings and training programs.
• Handle hazardous chemicals correctly and safely, following all policies and directions for safe use and proper disposal.
• Participate in and adhere to the safety program, completing required training.
• Maintain exceptional skills in organizing tasks, efficiently managing time, and reporting achieved task goals.
• Maintain a high degree of safety and environmental awareness through safe work habits.
• Seek to advance skills and learn new processes.
• Take SPC measurements and log data.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or related field preferred; AA degree in a technical field or some college preferred.
• 1-year experience in manufacturing processes or materials; 3+ years of hands-on experience preferred.
• Experience in parts cleaning and coating technologies is desired.
• Kaizen or Lean training is a major plus.
• Media blast experience.
• Quality Assurance experience.
• Previous experience in the parts cleaning industry or high-tech/semiconductor experience is a major plus.

Skills

• Ability to handle repetitive work and provide fast turn-around on production related to masking, wiping, and processing parts.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literate, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule including some weekend and evening work.
• Must be able to wear work area gowning: hairnet and frock.
• Maintain a high degree of safety and environmental awareness through the practice of safe work habits and 6S.

Physical Demands

• Ability to kneel, reach, walk, push, pull, and grasp.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Lift up to 40 lbs. on a consistent basis.
• Work with hazardous chemicals daily.
• Work in a cleanroom environment.
• Must be able to read and comprehend directions.
• Must be able to hear and speak to communicate with co-workers (accommodations can be made for emergency alerts for deaf employees).

Work Environment

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Works in an office and cleanroom environment.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• May involve exposure to moderate noise levels from printers, faxes, computers, etc.
• Work may require out-of-town travel depending upon assignment (training and meeting).