Chip - Technician/Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Chip - Technician/Operator

Automation Personnel Services is seeking a Chip Production Operator for a company based in Sugar Land, Texas. The SPD Chip Production Operator is responsible for manufacturing semiconductor lasers from compound semiconductor wafers, ensuring that all operations are performed in a class 10000 clean room environment and strictly adhere to Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs). The ideal candidate will perform production tasks, support quality control, and maintain cleanliness and organization to uphold high standards in semiconductor production.

Pay Rate
$14.00 - $16.00 an hour

Schedule and Hours
Monday through Wednesday (alternating Sundays) 7:00 am to 7:00 pm

Thursday through Saturday (alternating Sundays) 7:00 am to 7:00 pm

Chip - Technician/Operator Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety policies and SOPs. Identify and report any unsafe conditions proactively.

• Attend and complete all required training programs.

• Conduct manufacturing activities within a class 10000 cleanroom.

• Complete production documentation accurately and submit to supervisors. Identify any deviations or discrepancies, report to the supervisor, and assist in investigations if necessary.

• Assist in new product introductions and work to increase production output per customer requirements.

• Maintain a clean, organized workspace. Follow preventive maintenance and calibration policies for manufacturing equipment.

• Work effectively within a team in a fast-paced environment, ensuring quality standards are consistently met.

Chip - Technician/Operator Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent. An associate degree in process technology is preferred.

• Minimum of one year of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment; experience in semiconductor production is highly desirable.

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Ability to follow written, oral, or diagram instructions.

• Basic math skills, including whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

• Strong oral and written communication skills to document processes and report issues.

• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods.

• Ability to lift objects up to 25 lbs.

Job Type
Full-time, Temporary to Hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay

• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance

• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at:

Automation Personnel Services Houston West Branch
9630 Westheimer Rd
Suite 700
Houston, TX 77063

Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).

• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).

• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association

• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.

• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).

• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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