Process Technician (Night Shift)

Location: Hillsboro, OR 97124
Duration: 12-month contract
Positions: 3
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week
Shift: Night Shift (Compressed Schedule)
Pay Rate: $29/hour
Work Environment: Onsite – Semiconductor Cleanroom

Position Overview

We are seeking Process Technicians to support semiconductor manufacturing operations in Hillsboro, OR. This role performs technical testing, operates metrology tools, and assists engineering teams with process optimization and equipment qualification.

The technician will work closely with process engineers and cross-functional teams to analyze results, troubleshoot equipment issues, and maintain process performance within a cleanroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform technical tests and experiments to support process engineering activities

• Operate metrology equipment including TEM, SEM/FIB (Dual Beam), microscopes, and sputtering tools

• Collect and analyze test data and prepare charts, graphs, and reports

• Assist engineers in troubleshooting process and equipment issues

• Adjust hardware and software parameters during experiments and testing

• Perform preventative maintenance and minor troubleshooting on equipment

• Support process optimization and equipment qualification efforts

• Assist in documenting procedures and creating training materials

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Ability to work night shift (compressed schedule)

• Stable work history

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on technical skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• 3–4 years of semiconductor manufacturing or processing experience

• Experience with thin film deposition, etch processes, or metrology tools

• Knowledge of TEM, SEM, Dual Beam (FIB), or other metrology equipment

• Familiarity with EDS, EELS, PEELS, or STEM analysis

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work performed in a semiconductor cleanroom environment

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs

• May require standing, bending, climbing, or working in confined areas

• Walking up to 10,000+ steps per shift and climbing stairs may be required

• Must wear cleanroom garments and required PPE (safety glasses, safety shoes, bump cap)

Additional Information

• Night shift position – candidates must be able to work overnight hours

• Occasional travel to training facilities may be required

• Interviews conducted in person or via Teams