Sr. Engineering Technician

Qorvo (Nasdaq: QRVO) supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that make a better world possible. We combine product and technology leadership, systems-level expertise and global manufacturing scale to quickly solve our customers' most complex technical challenges. Qorvo serves multiple high-growth segments of large global markets, including consumer electronics, smart home/IoT, automotive, EVs, battery-powered appliances, network infrastructure, healthcare and aerospace/defense. Visit www.qorvo.com to learn how our innovative team is helping connect, protect and power our planet.

SUMMARY:

This position targets individuals with a sense of ownership and an exceptional eye for detail, quality, safety and drive to offer/suggest continual improvements methods.  

Must have a strong mechanical aptitude with excellent equipment troubleshooting abilities and the dexterity required to assemble a variety of complex parts to very close tolerances.  The employee will be challenged with the demands of supporting high-quality/quick-turn Prototype Operation needs in an ever-changing environment.  This includes but is not limited to equipment programming, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and Operations support of related equipment used in the assembly of complex integrated circuits.  Also, he/she may lead equipment and process development projects as assigned by the area Manager.

This position supports a 7:00pm – 7:00am team on a 2-2-3 (12hr/shift) schedule. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support quick-turn prototype assembly obligations. The primary work-center includes Over-Mold (compression & transfer), Back-Grinding, Singulation, Laser Marking, and Sputter Plating.  Secondary equipment-sets include x-ray, plasma clean and laser ablation.  These may be altered depending on applicant’s expertise. 

• Safely troubleshoot and solve novel to difficult equipment and processing problems

• Perform equipment preventive maintenance, unplanned maintenance, and product/material changeovers

• Lead efforts to track down and resolve chronic equipment, downtime, yield, or quality issues

• A keen attention to detail and dexterity necessary for working with precision tooling

• Lead and complete project work as assigned by the Manager

• Play an active role in the continuous team effort to improve quality and cycle time

• Procure, document, and maintain appropriate equipment spares inventory levels

• Recommend and justify process improvements with work-center Manager.  This can include training, equipment, tooling, materials and more

• Responsible for writing purchase requisitions for tools, spares, and equipment consumables

• Support documentation – revisions to Work Instructions and PM Procedures.

• Support training activities including off-shift hours.

• Maintain a positive demeanor when faced with challenging situations.

• Willing to work any shift

• Clearly communicate any equipment/process problems that can affect safety, build quality or cycle-time to the Finishing department’s Technical and Supervision team members.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education
  • Required:  Two-year technical degree (mechanical, electrical, electronics)
• Experience
  • Required:  Two years of experience as an equipment maintenance or process technician in IC packaging (molding, dicing, laser marking, grinding).

• Must be safety conscious and possess a basic understanding of electronic equipment and precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometer, and coordinate measurement microscopes).

• Must have a basic understanding of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Outlook and AutoCAD.

• Must have a strong mechanical aptitude with excellent equipment troubleshooting abilities and the dexterity required to assemble a variety of complex parts to very close tolerances.

• Must be able to work from detailed drawings, assembly diagrams, specifications and/or verbal instructions required to perform the job.

• Must be VERY quality focused and capable of working in a fast-paced, high-mix/medium-volume environment and able to find quick solutions to immediate problems.

• Must communicate effectively and routinely with opposite shift members, group leads and supervision.

• Must get along well with others and maintain a professional attitude especially when dealing with difficult situations.

• Must be able to own projects, documentation and training activities and work with minimal direct supervision.

• Awareness of Lean manufacturing: A3/8D problem solving and FMEA’s

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Company.

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 We are Qorvo. We do more than create innovative RF and Power solutions for the mobile, defense and infrastructure markets – we are a place to innovate and shape the future of wireless communications. It starts with our employees. As a unified global team, we bring a commitment to excellence, growth and a passion for creating what's next. Explore the possibilities with us.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcome all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable law, including race, color, religion, sex (as defined by law), national origin, age, military or veteran status, genetic information, or disability.