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Nokia

Semi Mfg Technician 2

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$34K - $63K/yr

Qualifications You have: * 2+ years of hands-on experience as a Wafer Fab Operator or in semiconductor wafer processing (or equivalent cleanroom manufacturing role). * High School Diploma or ...

Diodes Incorporated

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Semiconductor Manufacturing Operator - Nights

South Portland, ME · On-site

$18 - $21.50/hr

Diodes Incorporated, located at 333 Western Avenue in South Portland, is seeking a Night-Shift Semiconductor Fab Operator to join our talented manufacturing team. Solid work ethic and focus on ...

Nokia

Semi Mfg Technician 2

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

You have: * 2+ years of hands-on experience as a Wafer Fab Operator or in semiconductor wafer processing (or equivalent cleanroom manufacturing role). * High School Diploma or equivalent * Strong ...

Absolics Inc

FAB Technician

Covington, GA · On-site

$26 - $34/hr

COVINGTON, GA JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Semiconductor FAB ... Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and cleanroom protocols. Log production data, machine ...

Analogdevices

Wafer Fab Operator

Wilmington, MA · On-site

$20 - $26/hr

ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into ...

Bosch Group

Semi Fab Operator

Roseville, CA · On-site

$18 - $20.75/hr

Bosch is expanding its semiconductor business with silicon carbide chips in the U.S. and plans to ... The Level 1 operator will gain foundational knowledge and skills necessary for advancement within ...

Analogdevices

Wafer Fab Operator

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$22.50 - $25/hr

ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable ... for operators with relevant manufacturing experience. * Overtime is paid after 10 hours worked ...

Analog Devices

Wafer Fab Operator

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$22.50 - $25/hr

ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable ... for operators with relevant manufacturing experience. * Overtime is paid after 10 hours worked ...

Analog Devices

Wafer Fab Operator

Wilmington, MA · On-site

$20 - $26/hr

ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into ...

Polar Semiconductor

Operator - D Shift

Bloomington, MN · On-site

$19/hr

Experience working in a cleanroom or semiconductor manufacturing environment Prior exposure to ... fab to a pure-play foundry. We are doubling our manufacturing capacity and investing in advanced ...

Coherent

Wafer Fab Operator

Sherman, TX · On-site

We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor ...

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How much do semiconductor fab operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for semiconductor fab operator in the United States is $18.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Semiconductor Fab Operator job?

A Semiconductor Fab Operator is responsible for monitoring and maintaining equipment used in the manufacturing of semiconductor devices. They work in cleanroom environments, handle wafers, operate machinery, and ensure production runs smoothly by following strict safety and quality protocols. Their duties may include equipment setup, troubleshooting, data logging, and collaborating with engineers to optimize manufacturing processes. Strong attention to detail and adherence to cleanroom procedures are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Semiconductor Fab Operator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Semiconductor Fab Operator, you need strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a basic understanding of electronics or manufacturing, often supported by a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with cleanroom procedures, automated manufacturing equipment (like photolithography and etching tools), and standard operating protocols is beneficial. Outstanding teamwork, communication, and the ability to follow strict procedures make candidates stand out in this environment. These skills are critical to maintaining production quality, ensuring workplace safety, and meeting stringent industry standards.

What does a typical workday look like for a Semiconductor Fab Operator?

A typical workday for a Semiconductor Fab Operator involves monitoring and operating specialized manufacturing equipment in a cleanroom environment, following carefully documented procedures to produce semiconductor wafers. Operators are responsible for inspecting materials, handling chemicals safely, and recording data to ensure product quality and compliance with production targets. You'll often work as part of a collaborative team with engineers, quality control specialists, and other operators, rotating through different equipment stations or processes. Shifts may be structured around continuous operations, including nights or weekends, making reliability and adaptability important for consistency in production.

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Infographic showing various Semiconductor Fab Operator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,787 per year, or $18.6 per hour.
Semiconductor Fab Operator - Nights

Semiconductor Fab Operator - Nights

Diodes Inc

South Portland, ME • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Diodes Incorporated, located at 333 Western Avenue in South Portland, is seeking a Night-Shift Semiconductor Fab Operator to join our talented manufacturing team. Solid work ethic and focus on quality are required. No experience is necessary; we will provide on the job training.

As a Full-Time Night-Shift Operator, you will be at the front lines of the exciting process that converts batches of blank silicon wafers (called wafer lots) into carriers of completed integrated circuits. These finished products are found in popular high-tech devices, like smart phones, tablets, medical devices and even self-driving cars!

The work schedule is an overnight 12-hour shift, 6pm – 6am, with a 3-day rotating schedule. Night shift provides a 15% shift differential on top of the base pay.

  • Are you interested in working in a highly controlled, laboratory-like environment, called a clean room?
  • Do you have any problems wearing lightweight hoods, smocks, boots, and safety glasses throughout the majority of your 12-hour shift? To help protect the highly sensitive tech products worked within the cleanroom, we are not able to allow the wearing of perfume, cologne, hairspray, makeup, contact lenses*, dresses, and open-toed/high-heeled shoes. *Prescription safety goggles voucher program is supported by our EHS team.
  • Do you have the drive and capability to be cross trained to learn more than one job or operation? Manufacturing equipment ("tools") at our Fabrication plant is sophisticated and requires different levels of learning which offer opportunities for growth and career development.
  • Do you have a desire to learn and grow in manufacturing in the semiconductor industry?

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work is conducted in a highly controlled, clean-room environment.
  • Gowned and suited in PPE designed for a laboratory-like environment for the majority of a 12hr shift.
  • Capable of completing detailed work in structured environment while following established safety and quality procedures. Focus on Safety.
  • Flexible to cross train on multiple manufacturing operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED, etc.)
  • Minimum age of 18
  • Basic math skills
  • Basic computer proficiency, to include systems that work very similarly to Excel
  • Ability to demonstrate computer proficiency and receive a passing score on a job-specific computer assessment
  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing using English
  • Ability to stand for at least 85% of the time (up to 10 hours) during any shift
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 15lbs
  • Comfort working with and around chemicals (safety training is provided
  • Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively in both a team environment and independently
  • Organizational skills and the ability to multi-task; prioritize effectively to push tasks through to completion
  • Unrestricted right to work in the United States
  • Stable work history is a plus

We offer a competitive benefits package!

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA that starts on first day of employment
  • 15% shift differential on top of the base pay for Night shifts
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Program for prescription safety goggles
  • 401k with company match
  • Company paid Short-Term, Long-Term disability and standard life insurance
  • Paid time off/ Holidays and an employee wellness program

Diodes Incorporated (Nasdaq: DIOD), a Standard and Poor’s SmallCap 600 and Russell 3000 Index company, is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality application specific standard products within the broad discrete, logic, and analog semiconductor markets. Diodes serves the consumer electronics, computing, communications, industrial, and automotive markets.