Job Introduction
Job description: Production Fabrication
Who We Are
Galaxy (a member of the IQE Plc Group of companies) is the world's leading supplier of GaSb and InSb substrates. Our materials provide advanced solutions for today's stealth, space, transportation, biomedical, and other key military and commercial infrared (IR) markets.
IQE is the leading supplier of compound semiconductor wafer products and advanced material solutions to the global semiconductor industry. IQE is essential to technology growth markets, as the only compound semiconductor epitaxy foundry with a global footprint and proven ability to manufacture at scale.
Our Vision
IQE's vision is to be the best advanced semiconductor materials solutions company in the world. Being best means delivering outstanding quality, service, technology and value such that we become the first-choice supplier for all our customers.
Our Values
IQE's strength lies in the expertise and diversity of our workforce. This is supported by our culture of integrity, accountability, excellence, valuing people and teamwork.
About the role
The primary functions of Production Fabrication Technicians are to manufacture III-V compound semiconductor wafers from Indium Antimonide, Gallium Antimonide materials. The Technicians carefully inspect the materials at each processing stage while fabricating the materials into parts for customers. They will perform precise orientation alignment, sawing, chemical etching, edge rounding and various other fabrication and characterization procedures on the materials before releasing wafers into the polishing process, for completion and shipment to customers.
- Maintain database files and logs to provide traceability for each crystal and wafers. Maintain inventory records of both materials and supplies;
- Cutting the crystals after growth. Identify the crystal orientation per customer specifications and prepare crystal section for final slicing using an various cutting methods for example Meyer & Berger saws
- Mix chemistry and acid-etch wafers to precise thicknesses, preparing the surfaces for further processing;
- Trepan (cut) round wafers based on specifications for customer diameter requirements. Maintain wafer identification and obtain orientation flat length within customer-specified accuracy and tolerances;
- Edge round the wafers to obtain a smooth, rounded wafer edge profile. Clean and prepare wafers for delivery to the polishing lab;
- Working within the policies and procedure of the ISO-certified Quality Management System and within specific Safety Procedures and Practices;
Requirements
About you
- Able to use measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
- Experience operating mechanical equipment with electronic controls is extremely helpful (saws, edge profilers, and laser scribe), as well as a strong mechanical aptitude to effectively troubleshoot and resolve electro-mechanical problems on that production equipment.
- Process problem-solving skills are a plus.
- Minimum of a high school education required. Prefer education or experience equivalent to high school level chemistry and/or physics with prerequisite mathematics.
- Familiarity in using computer programs and databases.
- The Production Technician will become familiar with laboratory procedures such as handling of laboratory gases (nitrogen) and liquids (including acids, bases, oxidizers, and various organic solvents), all within documented Standard Operating Procedures. Ability to do this work explicitly within company safety procedures is essential.
Benefits
Why should you join us?
We have awarded ‘Ones to Watch’ by Best Companies defined as ‘good levels of workplace engagement and showing promising signs for the future’.
We have established an Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) Board Committee, that will oversee the execution of our ESG strategy.
We give back and have multiple initiatives underway supporting local and communities and global charities.
All our employees benefit from:
- Long Term Incentive Plans (LTIPs)
- Professional Development and career pathways
- Bonus plans – quarterly or annual (role dependent)
- Market competitive base salaries reviewed bi-annually
- Comprehensive health insurance offering medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage.
- Company paid Life and Disability Insurance.
- Values-based recognition awards
- Employee Assistance Program (Free family, legal, financial and counselling support 24/7 Access)
- Access to workplace Mental Health First Aiders/wellbeing rooms
- 401k Plan with company match of up to 50% on the first 6% of the employee’s contributions
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
IQE is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity at all levels. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.