Job Description

PPS is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Assembly Technician III to join our team in Chandler at our state-of-the-art semiconductor facility! This position comes with a highly competitive pay rate, second-to-none benefits, and a high ceiling for growth!

The Assembly Technician III performs various electronic or electro-mechanical assembly operations on assemblies or sub-assemblies. They determine and follow methods and sequences of operations in performing wiring, component installation, hand soldering, and cable harnessing on assembly units. They make setups and adjustments holding tolerances to blueprint specifications. They are to perform specific back-end semiconductor manufacturing functions in the production of semiconductor devices.

The Assembly Technician III operates various equipment performing functions such as wafer scribe and break, die sort, die to attach, lead bonding and seal, test, or mark and pack.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Build mechanical assemblies & sub-assemblies.
• Must be able to read pneumatic and electrical schematics.
• Responsible for helium leak testing, cabling, module, and sub-assembly testing.
• Operates hand and power tools to complete assemblies.
• Reads and interprets work instructions to ensure accuracy of work performed.
• Interacts with management and team members to encourage effective communication on the production floor.
• Performs standard testing and minor and major troubleshooting.
• Ensures quality standards are met throughout all steps of the assembly process.
• Attendance is an essential job function.
• Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Related experience in a non-manufacturing environment considered.
• Cable and Harness assembly experience a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret written information and follow directions.
• Basic mechanical skills and the ability to perform basic and repetitive assembly operations as required.
• General knowledge of operating hand tools, portable power tools, and bench tools.
• Strong attention to detail, quality-focused, and willing to learn.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to operate computer terminals and general software applications.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and blueprints.

Educational/Certification Requirement:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• Some technician coursework and/or AA technical degree or equivalent experience

Work Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing/cleanroom environment or a combination of education and experience required.
• Experience in helium leak testing, module, sub-assembly testing, and inspection preferred.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed primarily in a standard manufacturing environment

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push, pull and grasp.
• Ability to exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move an object.
• Ability to move arms, hands, and fingers.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment where applicable.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Ability to stand/sit for sustained periods of time.
• Ability to use a ladder comfortably.

Environmental Exposure:

• Subject to hazards including electrical current, moving mechanical parts, chemical exposure, and debris.
• Subject to noise levels.