Machine Operator, Semiconductor Manufacturing
Overview
You'll operate orbital welding machines and tube-cutting equipment to produce high-quality gas weldments for semiconductor equipment. Join a growing semiconductor company in Austin, TX, working in both cleanroom and production environments. You'll own quality inspections, blueprint reading, and production goals. This role offers a contract-to-hire path with retention bonuses and a 10% shift differential for 2nd shift. It's a stable, team-oriented environment where your mechanical aptitude drives long-term career growth.
What You'll Do6
- 1Operate orbital welding machines and tube-cutting equipment to produce precision weldments.
- 2Set up parts, run production equipment, and monitor quality to meet output targets.
- 3Perform basic inspections using calipers and measuring tools to verify tolerances.
- 4Read work orders and blueprints to ensure product accuracy.
- 5Work in both cleanroom and production environments following contamination control protocols.
- 6Maintain a safe, organized work area and meet daily production goals.
Requirements10
- 11+ year of manufacturing or machine operating experience.
- 2Mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools.
- 3Ability to read work instructions, prints, or blueprints.
- 4Experience performing quality inspections and measurements.
- 5Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
- 6Ability to provide a supervisor/manager reference.
- 7Preferred: Machine operator experience in manufacturing or semiconductor environments.
- 8Preferred: Experience with cleanroom procedures.
- 9Preferred: Familiarity with welding, weldments, or precision assembly processes.
- 10Preferred: High School Diploma or GED.
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