Process Technician - Etch

Location: Bloomington, Minnesota | On-Site
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: B Shift - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Wednesday, 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (14% shift differential)

We are seeking a motivated Process Technician - Etch to join our team at Polar Semiconductor. In this role, you will sustain and optimize etch processes to achieve higher yields and process quality. Your work will involve monitoring data, responding to process and equipment events, and partnering closely with engineering and production teams to support manufacturing excellence.

• Sustain etch processes to achieve greater line, parametric, and die yields.

• Monitor process trends and ensure compliance with parameters.

• Review product and test wafer data to maintain quality and make process adjustments.

• Respond to qualification, inline measurement, and FabGuard events to optimize equipment availability.

• Address lot holds and provide dispositions as required.

• Assist process engineers with capacity planning, tool qualification, and process improvement projects.

• Maintain process documentation and statistical process control (SPC) charts.

• Collaborate effectively with Process Engineering, Equipment Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams.

Required:

• Associate's degree in a technical field, or equivalent (4+ years' experience as an operator/lead in Etch area in lieu of degree).

• Knowledge of semiconductor processing techniques.

• Experience with one or more wafer processing tool sets.

• Familiarity with SPC, technical writing, and documentation.

• Proficiency with computers, including MS Outlook and Excel.

• Strong analytical skills, including calculations with fractions and percentages.

• Effective communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Preferred:

• Prior experience working in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.

• Knowledge of process optimization techniques and yield improvement strategies.

At Polar Semiconductor, we're on a mission to fulfill our future as the U.S.-based manufacturing partner of choice for differentiated power and sensor technologies. With a $525M investment from the CHIPs Act, the state of Minnesota, and private equity, we are looking for the best in the industry to help Polar transform from a captive fab to a pure-play foundry. We are doubling our manufacturing capacity and investing in advanced BCD and Wide Bandgap technology such as GaN. Polar has a long history in manufacturing automotive grade semiconductors and we are expanding in strategic markets such as national defense and AI data centers. We pride ourselves on state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to helping our customers succeed.

Salary: $20.20 - $31.10 per hour (good-faith estimate), plus shift differentials where applicable.

Benefits & Other Eligible Compensation: Includes health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, annual bonus, and tuition reimbursement.

Polar Semiconductor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Our offices and manufacturing facility are located in Bloomington, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis. Living in the Minneapolis / Saint Paul area offers a strong sense of community, a vibrant arts and music scene, and abundant outdoor activities year-round. The city boasts a lower cost of living than many major metros, excellent parks and lakes, and a well-educated workforce with diverse job opportunities. Its distinct seasons bring variety, from colorful autumns to lively summers filled with festivals and waterfront activities.