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$26.00 - $33.00/hour

Experienced Defect Control Technician

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Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

First-Response Evaluation: Monitor Defect SPC alarms in real-time and perform the initial triage of defect excursions to determine if they are random noise or a real tool failure.

Requirements Summary

High School Diploma or technical school certification preferred. Minimum Years: 2+ years of experience in a semiconductor fab or a high-volume precision manufacturing environment.

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and curious Defect Control Technician to join our world-class manufacturing team in Taylor, Texas. In this role, you act as the "Technical Detective" of the fab and the first line of defense in protecting our product and ensuring the highest quality standards. You will be tasked with solving high-stakes puzzles: when an SPC alarm triggers, you will dive into the data, analyze details in defect images, and piece together the evidence to uncover the source of a defect. Your expertise and quick thinking prevent defective wafers from moving forward, making you a vital guardian of the factory's success. If you enjoy investigation, pattern recognition, and the satisfaction uncovering the key evidence to solve a technical mystery, this is the role for you.

Role and Responsibilities

Requirements

~2 min read
  • High School Diploma or technical school certification preferred.
  • Minimum Years: 2+ years of experience in a semiconductor fab or a high-volume precision manufacturing environment.
  • Technical Proficiency: Experience working with defects and basic knowledge of semiconductor fabrication processes.



The current base salary range for this role is between $26.00 - $33.00/hour. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.


We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
  • Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave
  • Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
  • Wellness incentives and MORE
     

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.


All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.


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Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
United States
On-site within the country
Who can apply
US

About this job

Pay per year
≈ $54,080–$68,640 a year
9% below the $67,411 median for Other jobs on Jobera (143,204 salaries).
Who can apply
United States
Posted
1 day ago
Employer
has 872 open jobs on Jobera in 35 countries.

Listing Details

Posted
November 11, 2026
First seen
November 11, 2026
Last seen
November 11, 2026

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Experienced Defect Control Technician$26.00 - $33.00/hour