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Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Join an inclusive team passionate about one thing: using their expertise in the relentless pursuit of innovation for customers and partners. The solutions we build help make everything from virtual reality experiences to breakthroughs in neural networks possible. We do it all while committing to integrity, sustainability, and giving back to our communities. Because doing so can fuel the very innovation we are pursuing.

Job Description

As a Process Quality Engineer, you will be expected to drive the strategic direction of front-end wafer quality across the local site and Micron's world-wide organization.  You will support the development, alignment, and execution of long-range strategies which enable Micron teams to meet technology requirements.  You will be responsible for actively monitoring, controlling, and reducing air and surface contamination of the wafer and fab environment to protect and drive product quality improvements.  Additionally, Process Quality works closely with process areas and process integration to solve complex contamination issues impacting line quality and prevent future occurrence.  This role will also involve working closely with process development and engineers to assess and control risks from integrating new exotic materials into the wafer processing environment.  Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Safety & Quality:

• Follows-up on safety and quality events and works towards on-time containment, corrective, and preventative actions with G8D (Global Eight Disciplines) teams and other stakeholders
• Completes all required safety training and ensures all work is conducted in accordance with safety policies
• Performs 6S audits and submit good catches to prevent potential safety and quality issues
• Monitor area KPIs (Key Performance Indices) and identifies areas of improvement and drives the team towards continuous improvements

Communication & Collaboration:

• Collaborate with peers locally and worldwide to establish or drive towards alignment of BKMs (Best Known Methods) or SOPs that drive efficiency and reduce cost while maintaining or improving quality of the fab
• Drive the understanding of new contamination technology and techniques to ensure that our detection capabilities meet the technical roadmaps and those using the data get the most value from it

Technical/Data Analysis:

• Systematically reviews and tests contamination hazards to determine risk mitigation for new materials, non-process chemicals and exotic materials that enter the cleanroom, as well as for activities and behaviors that occur in the cleanroom
• Keep appraised of new analyzers and industry research
• Leads the development of engineering solutions and strategies for detecting, reducing, eliminating, and controlling contamination hazards at point of control/entry/use/process
• Partner with engineering teams and PI to understand their processes, tools, and challenges to prioritize, define, and complete studies of the impact of AMCs in the wafer environment on yield, and implement appropriate AMC countermeasures
• Provides effective and timely guidance to resolve contamination issues and is highly engaged in key problem resolution
• Continues to improve abilities via internal and external education opportunities, and a desire to grow skills in Data Science
• Understand the strengths and weaknesses of different analytical instruments and speak to their cross sensitivities, precision, accuracy, resolution, limits of detection, linearity, etc.

Project Management/Planning:

• Initiates, leads, and drives projects that define improvements in quality, efficiency, and cost reduction
• Coordinates and leads meetings and tracks follow-up actions
• Support AMC data collection on next generation processes and technologies within Fab 4 for technology transfers to production fabs
• Designing and optimizing the layout of contamination real-time monitoring equipment to enhance coverage and minimize excursion risk

Qualifications:

Required:

• Skills in data extraction, analysis, reporting and visualization
• Self-motivated, diligent, and able to work with minimal direction
• Build and maintain effective relationships
• Ability to communicate complex analysis in a succinct and actionable manner
• Ability to plan, drive, and complete projects effectively white great attention to detail
• Strong desire to continuously learn and self-improve
• Ability to organize and efficiently facilitate meetings and project teams
• Demonstrated analytical problem-solving skills with ability to solve complex problems and address root causes

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science
• 2+ years in semiconductor industry

About Micron Technology Inc.

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future.  We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget.  Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave.  Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays.  For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers

For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at  hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.

AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.   

Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.

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Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
 

Sustainability

Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future.  We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget.  Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave.  Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays.  For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

To learn about your right to work click here.

To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers

For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at  hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.

AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.   

Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.