Reliability Processor
Location: Newton Aycliffe, UK
Sector: Semiconductor Manufacturing
Job Type: Full-Time
Octric Semiconductors is a new name in the compound semiconductor foundry space. Its devices are used in mission critical defence and commercial applications.
For over 25-years, we have been delivering over 1.5 billion devices that have been shipped from our site to date.
Octric has ambitious plans to grow the company and expand with new products and applications, and the company is developing a 10-year investment plan. We now have a bright new path ahead of us following the recent significant investment from the UK Goverment As a part of an emerging semiconductor cluster in the northeast, we are focussed on developing advanced technology, focussed on the next generation of semiconductors. We are looking to fill a number of exciting roles across device design and innovation through to manufacturing & reliability.
Located in Newton Aycliffe, UK, we occupy a 10,000 m2 purpose-built Class 100 manufacturing facility fully equipped to produce state of the art compound semiconductor product.
Octric is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Our company values different perspectives and experiences, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where all employees can thrive.
We have family friendly employee policies, and a culture that respects work life balance.
We offer a competitive benefits package, we are a company committed to personal & professional progression and development.
Be part of our journey and join our team driving innovation in a cutting-edge industry.
PURPOSE OF ROLE:
To support the implementation and execution of the Reliability and Failure Analysis activities within the business.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support the operation of the reliability testing activity (selecting, scheduling, controlling and monitoring samples, executing reliability test plans).
- Supporting the operation and maintenance of the in-house Failure Analysis activity.
- Responsible for contributing to the development and execution of department goals
Main Tasks:
- Scheduling, monitoring and execution of reliability testing in accordance with reliability test plans
- Preparation of samples for reliability testing.
- Supporting customer and reliability failure investigations.
- Failure investigations in support of process development, yield improvement, troubleshooting and problem investigation activities.
- Providing routine periodic analysis of known good product or process monitors to ensure ongoing compliance
- Providing reliability and failure analysis reports and distribution of controlled data.
- Monitoring and reporting on performance indicators and activity levels within the areas
- Updating a library of failure modes, new techniques and reference product images.
- Maintaining traceability for all activities +
- Seek ways and means of improving methods and techniques currently employed.
- Archiving of completed test samples and data.
- Maintaining relevant records for the processes.
- Identify Safety Hazards in both working practices and equipment, implementing improvements wherever possible and reporting hazards in accordance with procedure.
- Ensure documentation is regularly reviewed and reflects current working practices.
- Monitoring equipment and jig performance.
- Providing basic maintenance checks of the equipment in the failure analysis and reliability areas
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Experience
- Minimum of 3 years experience in a mass production environment.
- Ability to work with chemicals.
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office).
- Positive attitude towards the role and the organisation.
- Ability to work in various teams.
- Ability to communication effectively.
- Flexible and self motivated.
- Ability to problem solve.
- Able to work a 2 shift pattern ( alternate early and late shift )
Education/Qualifications
Minimum of City & Guilds in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
If you don’t meet all listed qualifications but feel this role aligns with your skills and career aspirations, we encourage you to apply
We are committed to providing accommodations during the application process to ensure accessibility for all candidates.
For more information please contact Travis Townsend @ major Recruitment.