Job description

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

The Instruments Group is passionate about development of state-of-the-art inspection and metrology equipment used in production and research and development environments. Organization is globally located in US, China, and Singapore. We provide critical cost-effective solutions for power electronics, LED, communications, automotive, data storage, and other related nanoelectronics and materials science applications. We partner with our customers to provide state of the art hardware and software to improve yield and lower overall production costs by supplying world-leading inspection, metrology and review systems. In addition to developing valuable product solutions, the group provides support to customers to achieve performance entitlement through sharing and implementation of application BKMs (Best Known Methods).

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

In this role, you will be the 1st line of support for the production team, responsible for technical sign-off and helping with troubleshooting any issue during the assembly. You will work with the Manufacturing Engineers on how to resolve issues by finding the root cause and make a proposal on how to improve our processes (instructions update, new tool, …). You will be involved in delivering training to assembler (1:1 or eventually group training). RMA performing failure analysis, repair actions as well as re-qualification of the system before shipping it back to the customer. This role you are part of New Product Introduction, helping Mechanical Design Engineers with developing a set of assembly instructions.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and optical assemblies that do not meet testing criteria
• Diagnose and repair returned customer merchandise
• Contribute to a documented troubleshooting guide
• Be a technical resource for the assembly staff
• Build and test mechanical, optical, and electronic assemblies
• Perform routine inventory control and component inspection
• Collaborate with engineering to resolve problems with components and procedures
• Perform independent quality audits of manufactured goods
• Participate in the continuous improvement of assembly documentation

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent technical training
• Accumulated 2 or more years of manufacturing-related experience preferred, ideally with optics, mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, electro-optics or similar experience
• Experience in a manufacturing environment as an assembler or technician
• Ability to work under frequently changing priorities and deadlines, while keeping a keen awareness of the impact on other areas of the organization
• Knowledge of ESD practices
• Demonstrated high attention to detail - perfectionists are encouraged to apply!
• Ability to read and follow assembly documents in their entirety
• Strong communication skills
• Leadership experience

Additional Skills:

• Familiarity with hand and machine tools
• Experience with power tools and machining equipment
• Experience with electronic test equipment
• Ability to solder and work with electronic assemblies
• Ability to work with crimp tools, wires, and cable assemblies

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent technical training OR Equivalent Combination of Experience and Education.

The company offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to the following: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, financial planning benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, family care and bonding leave.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Diego, CA 92121: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• test technician: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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