Field Quality Inspector / Technician @ Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is one of the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities in the world and an integral part of Central Texas for more than 28 years, driving job generation, economic impact and engagement with the surrounding community.

Samsung Austin Semiconductor serves a global customer base with broad semiconductor process technology offerings that impact everyday life including mobile, graphic, consumer, networking/high performance computing, Internet of Things, RF and automotive. Through successful collaborations with foundry customers and a continuous drive to develop the most cutting-edge technologies, Samsung Austin Semiconductor has become a major player in the foundry market. Samsung Austin Semiconductor’s technology portfolio for the Austin campus ranges from 65nm to 28nm using planar transistor technology to the more advanced 14nm 3D FinFet technology.

Samsung has invested $18 billion in operating two fabs at the Austin, Texas campus on Parmer Lane, since 1996 -- making it one of the largest direct foreign investments in United States history. The Austin site consists of 2.76 million square feet and more than 600+ acres in land holdings. Samsung Austin Semiconductor’s economic impact in 2023 generated $15 billion into Austin’s economy through salaries and other expenditures.

In 2021, Samsung announced a new facility in Taylor, Texas, where it plans to invest a minimum $17 billion in the build-out. The site spans 1,200+ acres and the first phase of development will have 4.7 million square feet of floor space consisting of a cluster of semiconductor manufacturing buildings such as a fab, office, parking garage, central utility building, and special utility supply facilities. The Taylor facility will boost the production of semiconductor solutions that will power next-generation technologies in areas like 5G, artificial intelligence (AI) and high performance computing.

With more than 5,000 employees supporting both campuses, Samsung Austin Semiconductor is a premier and growing employer who provides a great place to work, is committed to environmental stewardship and being a good corporate citizenship. Our employees are the key to our success and we invest in our people with competitive compensation & benefit packages, career development opportunities and programs that enhance physical, emotional and intellectual well-being. Our employees work at the Austin campus located on Parmer Lane in northeast Austin and the construction campus in Taylor, Texas. Learn more at www.samsung.com/us/sas.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Seeking a dynamic Field Quality Technician with strong leadership skills, ability to identify/mitigate risks and develop quality control programs for one of the most advanced semiconductor facilities in the United States. Opportunity to work as part of a diverse Compliance Management team to help strengthen quality culture and improve field work processes for a world leader in manufacturing technology.

• Ability to anticipate, identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices.
• Develop quality control methods, procedures and programs.
• Implement, administer and advise others on hazard control & quality control programs.
• Works to become familiar with, and strictly adhere to, standard operating procedures, suggesting safety and quality improvements as needed.
• Measure, audit and evaluate the effectiveness of quality control elements.
• Evaluation of regulatory compliance associated with safety & quality programs/policies.
• Supervise contractor work activities from quality perspective.
• Create inspection reports and provide improvement recommendations.
• Conduct quality awareness workshops for field technicians.
• Responds to life safety and security alarms conditions
• Able to work overtime in abnormal situations.

• 2+ year experience in industrial operations and maintenance
• Certification, license, Associates degree or military experience in - HVAC, Mechanical, Chemical, I&C (Instrumentation and Controls), Electrical, Plumbing, Gas Fitting, Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, Facilities Maintenance Technology, Microelectronics, Renewable Energy Technology, Water and Environmental Technology, Water / Purification, Industrial Process Operator, or related technical or STEM field.

• Must be able to follow SOPs and identify nonconformities against specifications and quality standards.
• Prior experience in semiconductor or industrial facilities is preferred
• Working knowledge of OHSAS 18001, ISO 9001, 14001, 50001, and 45001
• Familiarity with OSHA Regulatory/Reporting Guidelines
• Proficient communications skills regarding presentation, coaching/mentoring, and working with others
• Capable of risk recognition, and countermeasure development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft software programs
• Must be able to stand and/or sit for extended periods of time during the shift.
• Ability to quickly learn and execute proprietary software systems and adjust to procedure changes required.
• High level of initiative and desire to learn.

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Benefits

Samsung employees have access to benefits including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), onsite cafeteria, tuition assistance (after 6 months), paid time off, student loan program, wellness incentives, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance.

U.S. Export Control

This position may require the ability to access information subject to U.S. export control restrictions. If the position requires it, applicants must have the ability to access export-controlled information or be eligible to receive a government authorization to access export-controlled information.

Trade Secrets

By submitting an application, you [applicant] agree[s] not to disclose to Samsung, or induce Samsung to use, any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to any current or previous employer or other person or entity.

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