SEH America is located in Vancouver, Washington. It is one of 13 Shin-Etsu Handotai Group (SEH) facilities located around the world. SEH is the world-leader in the manufacturing of silicon wafers for the semiconductor industry. At SEH America, our philosophy and success rest upon our commitment to excellence, quality of service and product to our customers, and a safe working environment for our employees.

PROCESS ENGINEER

SUMMARY 

Using a hands-on approach, identify opportunities to improve the silicon wafer production process within a high volume manufacturing facility. Primary job function is to monitor and improve safety, quality, yield, productivity, and cost by working with operators, technicians, maintenance, and peers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBJECTIVES 

•Identify and address safety risks within the production environment. 

•Monitor process data and respond appropriately to maintain quality, yield, and productivity. 

•Optimize production costs without impacting product quality. 

•Conduct engineering tests. Use data to quantify results and determine best solutions.

•Provide technical expertise and project management with a hands-on approach. 

•Use sound judgment when determining priorities and balancing daily process/production support, project related tasks and outside department requests.

•Analyze and interpret data using statistical methods to generate data-driven process improvement actions. 

•Lead or participate in root cause analysis and assist with Failure Mode & Effect Analysis (FMEA) to provide recommendations for improvements, and corrective actions. 

•Collaborate with other groups to meet specific department and company goals. 

•Assist maintenance with trouble shooting of production tools. 

•Use lean manufacturing and 5S principles.

•Understand, follow, and maintain detailed procedures and documentation. Provide support and feedback to audits by customers, ISO, and internal auditors. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

•Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Material or similar engineering discipline). 

•5 years of relevant process or equipment engineering experience in a semiconductor or related manufacturing environment. 

•Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret process data to make sound decisions.

•Proficient at creating clear and concise presentations, reports, and process documentation. 

•Strong verbal skills to convey technical information to all levels of the company. 

•Ability to travel abroad for process investigations at other facilities (approximately 1 week/year). Must be able to get a passport and travel to Japan (with possible stop in Canada). 

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

•Knowledgeable with statistical data analysis techniques (JMP, SPC, DOE, Excel tools). 

•Project management skills displaying leadership and deadline achievement. 

•Capable of designing and implementing material handling tools for production use. 

•  Experience with semiconductor systems and processes. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to read, comprehend, and execute complex instructions and safety procedures. Must be able to work in a clean room environment wearing clean room suite, hood, booties, safety glasses and gloves. May require the use of hands to finger, grasp, handle or feel objects, tools and controls. Kneeling, bending and crouching positions, as well as the lifting of parts and use of hand tools in such positions, may be required. Occasionally lifts up to 25 lbs. Must be able to work on a computer for extended periods of time. Frequent sitting for long intervals. Close vision (<2 feet) required. Hazardous chemicals or vapors may be present in work area depending on assignment. Exposure to occasionally loud noise levels. A high degree of safety consciousness is required for all positions at SEH America. 

Occasional international travel may be required. Must be able to obtain passport and travel to required destinations.

SEH AMERICA BENEFITS

We are committed to employee health and wellness and believe it plays a factor in our success. The SEH America benefit plan is considered one of the most generous plans in the region based on coverage and employee cost. SEH America is pleased to offer the following benefits, services, and perks:

Health Benefits for You and Eligible Family Members

•Medical (2 plan options with prescription drug program included) - Massage therapy, acupuncture, & naturopathy included in plan•Dental (2 plan options)•Vision (automatic election with medical and dental enrollment)

Paid Time-Off Benefits

•Vacation (starts at 15 days for exempt employees) & Vacation Savings Account•Sick pay (80 hrs sick pay with rollover & payout)•9 Paid Holidays•Company leave programs including Short Term Medical Leave (up to 24 weeks – based on length of service) & Long Term Disability•Bereavement Leave (up to 3 days), Jury or Witness Leave, SEH-A Military Leave Program

Other Company Provided Benefits

•401(k) Plan- Company match plus additional employer contribution•Flexible Spending Accounts – Health Care & Dependent Care•Employee Basic Life Insurance- Option to purchase supplemental & dependent life insurance•Voluntary AD&D Insurance (for employee & family)•Company provided Long Term Care Insurance – Option to purchase additional employee and spouse coverage.

Services & Perks

•Education Assistance- Paid directly to school•Employee Assistance Program•Subsidized Childcare•On-Site Café (cost subsidized by company)•Community Garden•On-Site Fitness Center (no cost & open 24/7)•EV Charging Spots•Multiple Award Programs & Employee Appreciation Events•Diverse Employee Population•Numerous Growth Opportunities & Career Paths

SEH America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to military and veteran status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Offers of employment are contingent on a pre-employment drug screen. SEH-A participates in E-Verify.