AI Assistant for Semiconductor Processing Technicians

Perform any or all of the following functions in the manufacture of electronic semiconductors: load semiconductor material into furnace; saw formed ingots into segments; load individual segment into crystal growing chamber and monitor controls; locate crystal axis in ingot using x-ray equipment and saw ingots into wafers; and clean, polish, and load wafers into series of special purpose furnaces, chemical baths, and equipment used to form circuitry and change conductive properties.

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Core Responsibilities

  • 1Manipulate valves, switches, and buttons, or key commands into control panels to start semiconductor processing cycles.(Core task)
  • 2Maintain processing, production, and inspection information and reports.(Core task)
  • 3Inspect materials, components, or products for surface defects and measure circuitry, using electronic test equipment, precision measuring instruments, microscope, and standard procedures.(Core task)
  • 4Clean semiconductor wafers using cleaning equipment, such as chemical baths, automatic wafer cleaners, or blow-off wands.(Core task)
  • 5Study work orders, instructions, formulas, and processing charts to determine specifications and sequence of operations.(Core task)
  • 6Load and unload equipment chambers and transport finished product to storage or to area for further processing.(Core task)
  • 7Clean and maintain equipment, including replacing etching and rinsing solutions and cleaning bath containers and work area.(Core task)
  • 8Place semiconductor wafers in processing containers or equipment holders, using vacuum wand or tweezers.(Core task)
  • 9Set, adjust, and readjust computerized or mechanical equipment controls to regulate power level, temperature, vacuum, and rotation speed of furnace, according to crystal growing specifications.
  • 10Etch, lap, polish, or grind wafers or ingots to form circuitry and change conductive properties, using etching, lapping, polishing, or grinding equipment.

Top Skills Required

Operations Monitoring
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Monitoring
Quality Control Analysis
Speaking
Social Perceptiveness
Coordination
Operation and Control

Knowledge Areas

Production and ProcessingEnglish LanguagePublic Safety and SecurityComputers and ElectronicsEducation and TrainingChemistryCustomer and Personal ServiceMathematics

Technology & Tools Used

In-Demand Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordPythonSAP software

Other Tools

Camstar Systems Camstar Semiconductor SuiteDatabase softwareEyelit ManufacturingNational Instruments TestStandyieldWerx

Daily Work Activities

Controlling Machines and Processes
Handling and Moving Objects
Performing General Physical Activities
Getting Information
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

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