Semiconductor Processing Technicians

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Semiconductor Processing Technicians

What they do

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.

Also Called: Device Processing Engineer, Diffusion Operator, Manufacture Specialist, Manufacturing Technician, Metalorganic Chemical Vapor Deposition Engineer (MOCVD Engineer), Probe Operator, Process Technician, Wafer Fabrication Operator, Device Processing Engineer, Diffusion Operator, Manufacture Specialist, Manufacturing Technician, Metalorganic Chemical Vapor Deposition Engineer (MOCVD Engineer), Probe Operator, Process Technician, Wafer Fabrication Operator

TX Employment Data

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$31,750
Starting Salary (2025)
$38,440
Median Salary (2025)
10.9%
Projected Job Growth
6,110
TX Employment (2025)

Typical Tasks

Place semiconductor wafers in processing containers or equipment holders, using vacuum wand or tweezers.
Inspect materials, components, or products for surface defects and measure circuitry, using electronic test equipment, precision measuring instruments, microscope, and standard procedures.
Load and unload equipment chambers and transport finished product to storage or to area for further processing.
Study work orders, instructions, formulas, and processing charts to determine specifications and sequence of operations.
Maintain processing, production, and inspection information and reports.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Attention to Detail
Cooperation
Dependability
Stress Tolerance
Adaptability/Flexibility
Self-Control

What key skills are needed for this job?

Operations Monitoring
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Quality Control Analysis
Active Listening

Expected Knowledge

Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Public Safety and Security
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

Common Activities

Controlling Machines and Processes
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Performing General Physical Activities
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.

Education & Preparation

Some occupations may require additional education, advanced degrees, and years of experience in the field.
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Some Preparation Needed

Education

These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed.

Training

Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

Typical Education Required

Education a new hire may need

  • High school diploma 84%
  • Less than high school 12%
  • Associate's degree 2%
  • Post-secondary certificate 1%
  • Some college 0%
  • Other 0%
Source: O*NET Education, Training & Experience data

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