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Equipment Maintenance Technician

Polar Semiconductor16 open roles

Pay
$28 – $34 an hour
Where
Bloomington, MN, USA
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12.3% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. Polar Semiconductor postings stay open a median of 32 days.

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  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 58.0%60 days
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Polar Semiconductor median: 32 days open

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Shift: D Shift (eo Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 6pm – 6am)

As an Equipment Technician at Polar Semiconductor in Bloomington, MN, you are responsible for monitoring, sustaining, and improving the equipment and/or processes in the assigned area, while working in partnership with production team members and area engineers. Shift Technicians monitor tool performance, schedule and perform preventative maintenance on assigned tool sets, and use mechanical, electronic and PC/software skills to troubleshoot and repair equipment issues. They are also required to assist with equipment installs; tests; create and modify equipment procedures; and increase tool uptime through systematic problem solving and troubleshooting, quality workmanship, thoroughly document all maintenance performed in established check sheets and tracking programs, and routine review of maintenance check sheets and procedures. They monitor, analyze and address SPC issues for area processes on a daily basis and respond to SPC out of control issues. Shift Technicians are required to keep the Lead Tech and/or Area Engineer updated on tool and area issues.

Job Duties

  • Complete all required safety training and conduct all work in accordance with safety policies.
  • Troubleshoot, maintain and ensure uptime on all applicable equipment.
  • Perform preventive maintenance & repair/calibration on key process equipment & systems.
  • Provide content for, and submit updates for controlled documentation (PM procedures, check-sheets, work instructions, etc.)
  • Participate on the Emergency Response Team.
  • Safely perform work in a hazardous environment utilizing proper Personal Protective Equipment (including SCBA or respirator).
  • Engage in systematic troubleshooting to identify root-cause of failures.
  • Minimize tool down-time and variability to increase equipment availability.
  • Document all maintenance activities in Equipment Management System.
  • Monitor, analyze, and address SPC issues.
  • Support and maintain 5S activities.
  • Communicate issues effectively to the all team members.
  • Contribute to and communicate detailed pass downs to ensure a smooth transition from shift-to-shift.
  • Partner with Production team members and area engineers to support equipment

Requirements

  • Knowledge of electronics and control systems, mechanics / robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics and vacuum systems, heat transfer, fluid mechanics. Skill in diagnosing equipment issues. Verbal and written communication.
  • Requires an Associate’s degree in electronics technology or other relevant curriculum, or a combination of education and substantial directly related experience in semiconductor manufacturing environment.

Preferred

  • 5+ years’ maintenance experience on 200mm Sandvik MRL Horizontal Diffusion Furnaces, 200mm Expertech VTR Diffusion Vertical Furnaces, or 200mm TEL Alpha 8/8S/8SE Low Pressure Chemical Vapor Deposition (LPCVD)/Diffusion Vertical Furnaces.
  • Understanding of Photo and Metrology processes.
  • Knowledge of SPC.
  • Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.

Compensation: $28.00 – $34.00 per hour, plus applicable shift differentials (good faith estimate)

*This position may require U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency status in the future depending on federal requirements.

About Us:

At Polar Semiconductor, we’re on a mission to fulfill our future as the U.S.-based manufacturing partner of choice for differentiated power and sensor technologies. With a $525M investment from the CHIPs Act, the state of Minnesota, and private equity, we are looking for the best in the industry to help Polar transform from a captive fab to a pure-play foundry. We are doubling our manufacturing capacity and investing in advanced BCD and Wide Bandgap technology such as GaN. Polar has a long history in manufacturing automotive-grade semiconductors and we are expanding in strategic markets such as national defense and AI data centers. We pride ourselves on state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to helping our customers succeed.

What We Offer:

Benefits & Other Eligible Compensation: Includes health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plan with generous company match, paid time off starting on day one, annual incentive bonus, tuition assistance, and employee support programs such as EAP and legal/ID theft protection.

Polar Semiconductor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

About Minneapolis/St. Paul Area

Our offices and manufacturing facility are located in Bloomington, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis. Living in the Minneapolis / Saint Paul area offers a strong sense of community, a vibrant arts and music scene, and abundant outdoor activities year-round. The city boasts a lower cost of living than many major metros, excellent parks and lakes, and a well-educated workforce with diverse job opportunities. Its distinct seasons bring variety, from colorful autumns to lively summers filled with festivals and waterfront activities.

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