Production Equipment Maintenance Technician

SEH America is located in Vancouver, Washington. It is one of 13 Shin-Etsu Handotai Group (SEH) facilities located around the world. SEH is the world-leader in the manufacturing of silicon wafers for the semiconductor industry.

At SEH America, our philosophy and success rest upon our commitment to excellence, quality of service and product to our customers, and a safe working environment for our employees.

We are committed to employee health and wellness and believe it plays a factor in our success. The SEH America benefit plan is considered one of the most generous plans in the region based on coverage and employee cost. SEH America is pleased to offer numerous benefits, services, and perks for employees and their family members. These include medical (2 plan options), dental (2 plan options), vision, retirement savings, life and disability insurance, paid vacation and sick time, company paid leave programs, education assistance, subsidized childcare (25%), subsidized meal cost, and many other recognition and perk programs.

Production Equipment Maintenance Technician

$26-$40/hr

Starting pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, internal equity, budget, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Essential Duties

• Troubleshoot and repair of manufacturing equipment used in silicon wafer manufacturing.

• Use test equipment to diagnose equipment failures.

• Perform equipment preventative maintenance as required.

• Rebuild manufacturing equipment as required.

• Recognize and recommend machine improvements based on failures.

• May perform equipment modifications as directed by manufacturing engineer.

• Use MMS (Maintenance Management System) to record repairs, parts and labor hours.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical and electro-mechanical systems, pneumatics and/or hydraulics.

• Knowledge of and ability to comprehend electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.

• Experience in the use of hand tools and power tools.

• Able to read and adhere to written SOP’s and safety requirements.

• Technical training, 2+ year technical degree or military equivalent.

• Able to work independently and in a team environment.

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• 3+ years of experience plus Associate's Degree (or equivalent) in a related field or a combination of experience, technical training and education.

• Knowledge of PLC’s, VFD’s, Stepper and Servo motors.

• Knowledge of AC power up to 480 Volts 3 phase.

Working Conditions

Use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is required in many job duties. Climbing, awkward positions may be necessary. Hazardous chemicals or vapors may be present in work area depending on assignment. Will occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. Willing to work any shift and overtime as required. Frequent sitting or standing for long intervals. Close vision (<2 feet) required. Working in clean room environments while wearing clean room garments. Must be able to read, comprehend, and execute complex instructions and safety procedures. A high degree of safety consciousness is required for all positions at SEH America.

Applicants selected for an interview will be notified via email.

SEH America, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – including disability and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.