Wire Bonding Worker
ワイヤボンドこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical job operating and managing wire bonding equipment that connects semiconductor chips and package leads with fine metal wires.
Description
Wire bonding workers connect chip electrodes and package lead frames with fine gold wires under a microscope in semiconductor manufacturing lines. They perform equipment setup, alignment adjustments, and appearance/continuity inspections after bonding to ensure quality. Work in clean room environments is essential, and they also handle regular equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Process improvements and yield enhancements through data analysis are also required.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable with the expansion of the semiconductor market. With further advances in automation and miniaturization, the value of personnel with advanced skills and equipment maintenance capabilities will increase.
Personality Traits
High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operator → Team Leader → Process Management → Equipment Maintenance Engineer → Manufacturing Engineer
Required Skills
Compliance with clean room work procedures / Operation and setup of wire bonding equipment / Positioning using microscope / Quality inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic knowledge of semiconductor processes / Die bonder operation / Equipment maintenance technology / Process data analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required due to the need to handle fine wires and chip positions accurately. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Work is mostly done individually, with little need for advanced communication. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are the main focus, with little demand for new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Equipment settings are mostly predefined, with no need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
Aliases
- Bonding Operator
- Wire Bonder
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- Die Bonder
- Manufacturing Engineer
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