IC Production Operator
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Summary
IC Production Operators operate semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment in cleanrooms, managing and monitoring processes such as photolithography, etching, and film formation.
Description
IC Production Operators operate semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment in cleanrooms, executing multi-stage processes such as photolithography, etching, film formation, cleaning, and CMP. They handle equipment startup and adjustment, recipe management, anomaly detection, and analysis using quality measurement instruments, promptly implementing countermeasures in the event of failures or defects. As miniaturization advances, higher precision in process management is required, contributing to yield improvement through daily work records and data analysis. They also strictly adhere to hygiene and safety procedures in cleanrooms, share information with teams, and report to enhance production efficiency.
Future Outlook
With increasing semiconductor demand, the training of process technicians is urgently needed. Advanced knowledge and skills are required due to miniaturization and the introduction of new material processes. As automation and AI utilization progress, operator tasks will become more sophisticated, with expectations for career advancement as specialists.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Cleanroom Duty / Factory Transfers / Overtime Available / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
IC Production Operator → Shift Leader → Process Engineer → Factory Technical Management → Production Supervisor/Manager
Required Skills
Cleanroom Management / Data Recording and Reporting / Inspection Equipment Operation / Process Recipe Management / Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Equipment Maintenance / Preventive Maintenance / Reading English Technical Documents / Statistical Process Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is required to detect minute abnormalities or defects. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning is necessary with new processes or equipment updates. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and wearing cleanroom suits. |
| Problem Solving | Investigation of causes and development of countermeasures are required during equipment troubles or yield drops. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not essential as work follows prescribed procedures. |
Aliases
- Semiconductor Manufacturing Operator
- Wafer Process Operator
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