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Job Description:
We are looking for a Production Specialist to join our Wafer Fabrication team in Lawrence, MA! The Production Specialist will perform wafer fabrication functions in the production of semiconductor devices in a clean room environment by following written specifications and performing multiple operations.
Responsibilities:
Operating standard wafer fab equipment for various fab operations.
Data Entry - Manual data entry on process travelers, SPC charts and logbooks, and computer data entry for lot tracking and equipment tracking.
Work on assignments under general supervision.
Learn the process flow of the various wafer fab functions.
Interact with all levels of employees to increase output, reduce waste, standardize work instructions, incorporate continuous improvement, and improve communications and cooperation between departments.
Engage in daily production operations and anticipate product problems (i.e. so that loss of work hours is minimized, and production objectives are met).
Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and demonstrate working knowledge of OSHA regulations
Work with engineering to update technical documents and process/work specifications.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements/Qualifications:
• Ability to multi-task while paying careful attention to detail
• Prior success working both individually and in a team environment
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal direction
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow detailed work specifications
• Excellent listening skills
• Adaptability to frequent change and improvements
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential
• Ability to wear the required Protective Equipment
• Basic computer, math and reading comprehension skills
• You must be 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED
Travel Time:
No TravelPhysical Attributes:
Carrying, Crouching, Feeling, Foot Controls, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Noise and/or vibration, Other, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around OthersPhysical Requirements:
Able to lift, push, pull 25 lbs; carry 15 lbs; sit 10%; stand 60%; walk 40%; must be able to perform activities that include stooping, reaching, handling, hearing, talking, seeing, work alone, work around others.Pay Range:
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:Benefits of working at Microchip
The hourly pay range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $17.00-$27.00 an hour.**Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.
Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.
To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Skills Required
- Ability to multitask while paying careful attention to detail
- Prior success working individually and in a team environment
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to follow written and verbal directions
- Ability to read, comprehend, and follow detailed work specifications
- Excellent listening skills
- Adaptability to frequent change and process improvements
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Ability to wear required protective equipment
- Basic computer, math, and reading comprehension skills
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or GED
- Proof of U.S. citizenship, permanent U.S. residency, or protected-individual status under 8 USC 1324b(a)(3)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, push and pull 25 pounds, and perform required standing, walking, stooping, reaching, and handling activities
Microchip Technology Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage starts on the first day, and some sites provide on‑site clinics and fitness centers. Health insurance is characterized as generally positive and, in some cases, low‑cost.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan with a 15% discount and look‑back and broad‑based RSUs are available to employees. Active participation and company disclosures indicate these equity programs are widely accessible.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company match is offered across U.S. locations. Employer‑verified listings and location pages corroborate the availability of retirement benefits.
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What We Do
Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading semiconductor supplier of smart, connected and secure embedded control solutions. Its easy-to-use development tools and comprehensive product portfolio enable customers to create optimal designs which reduce risk while lowering total system cost and time to market. The company’s solutions serve more than 125,000 customers across the industrial, automotive, consumer, aerospace and defense, communications and computing markets. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Microchip offers outstanding technical support along with dependable delivery and quality.






