MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN - NEWBURYPORT, MA

MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN
Applied Materials (via Yoh)
Location: Newburyport, MA
Schedule: 4-Day Work Week | 5:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Duration: 18-Month Contract with Potential to Convert Permanent
Rate: $23.00 to $26.00 per hour depends on experience

Applied Materials is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to support the build, testing, repair, and troubleshooting of complex semiconductor equipment. This role is ideal for technicians with strong electro-mechanical, electrical, vacuum, and pneumatic experience who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Use work orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, parts lists, and instructions to build, repair, and test equipment and assemblies
• Perform electro-mechanical assembly operations, troubleshooting, and repairs
• Assemble, test, and repair electrical, electro-mechanical, vacuum, and pneumatic assemblies, subassemblies, and components
• Receive parts and perform audits to ensure all required materials are available and defect-free
• Use test fixtures, electronic measurement equipment, leak detectors, and vacuum pumps
• Complete job documentation including data entry related to progress, expenses, and labor
• Perform basic computer programming, repairs, or software installations as required
• Work independently with minimal supervision and support junior technicians as an informal resource

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent technical education
• 2–4 years of semiconductor, display, military, or comparable high-tech industry experience
• Related technical training and certifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills using standard operating procedures or scientific methods
• Demonstrated capability to act as a peer leader or technical trainer
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing concepts and processes
• ASSET, BSEET, or similar technical degree (e.g., DeVry, TSTC)

Physical Requirements
This is a physically demanding position requiring prolonged standing and walking; working in tight spaces; bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and climbing stairs or ladders; lifting; use of hand and power tools; operating forklifts and heavy equipment; ability to distinguish between colors; and comfort working in noisy environments. The role may require working in a cleanroom environment and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields.
Why Join Us?
We welcome you to be a part of one of the largest and most established global staffing companies, supporting your career aspirations with opportunities across the U.S., UK and Canada. Yoh’s network has been connecting professionals with top employers for over 65 years.
Join Yoh’s extensive talent community and gain access to exclusive opportunities—like this one—through our trusted client relationships.
Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Weekly Direct Deposit & e?Payroll
• Employee Discount Programs

 

Estimated Min Rate: $17.50
Estimated Max Rate: $25.00


What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20 hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20 hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20 hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

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