Epitaxy Equipment Maintenance Technician en KYOCERA SLD LASER INC

Description

SLD Laser, a world leader in commercialization of gallium nitride (GaN) based laser light sources, was acquired by KYOCERA Corporation and has commenced operations as a wholly owned subsidiary and group company of KYOCERA Corporation under the name KYOCERA SLD Laser, Inc. (KSLD). KSLD is commercializing a new generation of gallium nitride-based laser light sources. KSLD’s high luminance LaserLight^TM sources are utilized in a myriad of applications including automotive & mobility, specialty & portable lighting, entertainment & outdoor, projection & AR/VR displays, biomedical instrumentation & therapeutics, and industrial imaging & material processing.

The company is ISO 9001 certified and automotive compliant to IATF 16949, and operates facilities in Santa Barbara, CA and in Fremont, CA. KSLD’s high luminance LaserLightTM sources are UL and IEC safety certified.  

The company has also been named Fortune’s “Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production,” having promoted an employee-centric corporate culture since its founding

KSLD will continue to pioneer the future of light by developing, manufacturing and marketing innovative laser-based products with high efficiency and luminance for mobility, specialty lighting, consumer, and industrial applications.

To learn more about KSLD, visit www.kyocera-sldlaser.com or contact the company at [email protected] or 1-866-753-5273.

Qualifications

Job Description

Kyocera SLD Laser is looking for an experienced Epitaxy Equipment Maintenance Technician to join our Epitaxy Fabrication operation teams to support the manufacturing and advanced development of cutting edge GaN-based laser diode products. The successful candidate will directly support our MOCVD tool maintenance activities as well as work in a team environment to optimize equipment, hardware, and processes.

Specific Responsibilities

• Perform both routine preventative and specialty maintenance of MOCVD reactors, associated process equipment, and characterization tools.
• Responsible for the maintenance of facilities supporting MOCVD reactors, associated process equipment, and characterization tools such as gas delivery systems, gas filtration systems, heat exchangers, vacuum pumps, etc.
• Perform frequent MOCVD reactor hardware parts cleaning
• Perform equipment failure troubleshooting and root cause analysis and make recommendations for repairs and modifications
• Perform incoming inspections and measurements on equipment and parts received
• Prepare SOPs and parts specification documentation
• Routine inventory control of spare parts and consumables
• Interface with equipment and facilities vendors to support 24/7 manufacturing operation
• Participate in safety programs and related certifications

Experience and Skills

• Minimum of five years’ experience working in a semiconductor industry or similar
•  Solid MOCVD epitaxy equipment knowledge
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude with a hands-on approach; Related certifications a plus
• Comprehensive communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with engineers, operators, and technicians
• Experience with quality systems and requirements a plus
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment
• Attention to detail and understanding of the importance of quality workmanship
• Dependable and able to maintain on-call hours or occasional irregular work hours or work week
• Good written and organizational skills; Proficient in MS Office
• Self-driven with the flexibility to work independently or under general guidance and direction

Safety Responsibilities

• May be required to maintain certifications for response to emergencies (i.e. HAZCOM, HAZOPER, FIRST-AID, CPR, ERT, ETC.) as required
• Able to properly use safety equipment to analyze risks and emergencies (respirator, gas leak detection, etc.).
• Possess a strong personal focus on safety for themselves and those around them.
• Safety conscious and able to maintain a safe work environment.
• Physical Requirements
• May be required to receive medical clearance for respirator use
• Operate material handling equipment (i.e. forklift, hand trucks, palette jacks, etc.)
• Loading and pushing hand trucks and carts to move equipment to various locations
• Climbing stairs and ladders to access areas and equipment

The full-time base salary range for the Epitaxy Equipment Maintenance Technician position is $32.00 to $37.00 per hour.  The range reflects the minimum and maximum possible base salary for new hires for the role, based on the advertised location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training. For more information about the base salary range applicable to the work location, talk to the recruiter. 

Kyocera SLD Laser, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements of personnel as classified