Entry Semiconductor Lab Technician

YOH Services LLC
401(k), employee discount
United States, California, Santa Clara
Jun 27, 2025
Entry Semiconductor Lab Technician Category: Manufacturing & Production Employment Type: Contract To Hire Reference: BH-385950 Entry Semiconductor Lab Technician needed for an 18-month contract to hire opportunity with Yoh's client located in Santa Clara, California. Pay rate: $22 to $25 per hour The Big Picture - Top Skills You Should Possess: Solid interpersonal skills Strong analytical skills Ability to quickly adapt to change What You Will Be Doing: Prepare samples for experiments, including sample coating, wafer cleaving, mounting/unmounting samples, and preparing jobs for experimentation to evaluate the performance of the process system. Prepare transmission electron microscope (TEM) lamella samples using focused ion beam (FIB), optimize sample preparation procedures and conditions, and identify cutting locations based on pattern instructions. Operate metrology tools in the FIB & TEM lab to understand cross-section or top-view critical dimensions (CD), identify patterns of interest, understand image quality requirements and sample/beam interactions to determine optimized conditions, and complete requested jobs under limited supervision after training. Understand the basic principles of scanning electron microscopy (SEM), focused ion beam (FIB), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Perform SEM/FIB system and routine maintenance procedures such as flash, plasma cleaning, and image calibrations. Perform routine troubleshoot procedures, identify problems, restart or standby the tool. Coordinate instrument repair and maintenance. Interface with requestors, understand their detailed requirements, and communicate results. Coordinate with engineering on job request status. Help monitor job queue and maintain lab throughput. Document redo and lessons learned to lower redo rate. Adhere to lab protocols and SOPs. Operate supportive metrology equipment in a lab environment. Operate supportive metrology equipment for FIB-TEM lamella samples. Monitor data and track performance of metrology equipment and production activities per equipment requirements. Understand written instructions to perform assigned tasks. Create and update procedures and documentation. Perform basic operations of Microsoft Outlook and Office software. Follow safety protocols and processes. Work shifts may include compressed work week schedules to meet production needs. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. What You Need to Bring to the Table: Has developed proficiency in a range of analytical processes or procedures to carry out assigned tasks. Has a good understanding of how the team integrates with others to achieve objectives. May provide informal guidance and support to junior team members, lead/own a lab project, etc. Bonus Points! Otherwise Known As Preferred Qualifications: Technical Diploma Skills Certifications Uses communication skills to regularly exchange information Provides solutions to problems in atypical or infrequently occurring situations based on existing precedents or procedures, create SOPs if applicable. 1 to 2 years of experience What's In It For You? We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits 401K Retirement Saving Plan Life & Disability Insurance Direct Deposit & weekly e-payroll Employee Discount Programs Referral Bonus Programs What are you waiting for? Apply Now! Estimated Min Rate: $22.00 Estimated Max Rate: $25.00 What's In It for You? We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include: Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week) Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week) Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week) MetLife Voluntary Benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401K Retirement Savings Plan Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll Referral Bonus Programs Certification and training opportunities Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process. For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.