Integrated Circuit Manufacturing Technician

しゅうせきかいろせいぞうぎじゅつしゃ

Industry & Occupation

Engineering & Manufacturing

Classification

Summary

A technical job that performs process control, equipment operation, quality management, etc., in a cleanroom to manufacture integrated circuits on semiconductor wafers.

Description

Integrated circuit manufacturing technicians are specialists who execute and manage processes such as photolithography, doping, etching, thin film deposition (CVD/PVD), and CMP on semiconductor wafers in a cleanroom environment. They optimize process parameters, operate and maintain equipment, and work to improve yield. They also handle quality inspections using measurement devices (SEM, profiler, etc.), data analysis using statistical process control (SPC), and troubleshooting when abnormalities occur. They collaborate with manufacturing equipment manufacturers, process development departments, and quality assurance departments to achieve stable and high-precision production.

Future Outlook

With the expanding demand for advanced semiconductors, the demand for specialized technicians remains high. Amid advancements in automation and AI-driven process optimization, advanced process development skills are required.

Personality Traits

Logical thinker / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility

Work Style

Cleanroom / Factory work / Shift / Team work

Career Path

Manufacturing Operator → Process Engineer → Senior Process Engineer → Manufacturing Technology Leader → Factory Manager / Factory Operations Manager

Required Skills

Cleanroom Operation / Measurement and Analysis Equipment Operation / Process Parameter Management / Semiconductor Process Knowledge / Statistical Process Control

Recommended Skills

Automation Software / Data Analysis / Equipment Maintenance / Reading English Technical Documents

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Analytical & Logical Thinking To logically analyze and optimize minute manufacturing conditions.
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Because the precision of fine processing directly impacts product quality.
Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition Because manufacturing technologies and equipment evolve rapidly, requiring the learning of new technologies.
Problem Solving Because it requires investigating causes and formulating countermeasures when process abnormalities occur.

Aliases

  • Fab Engineer
  • Process Engineer
  • Wafer Operator

Related Jobs

  • Equipment Engineer
  • Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician
  • Quality Assurance Technician
  • Semiconductor Process Development Technician

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