Senior Manufacturing Associate Jobs in Austin, TX

Austin, TX, USA

Posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life-saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters, Florida, or Texas location — employees join together to improve the world.

Explore what’s possible. Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning “science fiction” into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.

Step into the future. SkyWater’s values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees — and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds.

Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world!

Primary Objective:

We are seeking a B - Shift Supervisor – Etch / Thin Films to lead production operations within a high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for shift execution, personnel leadership, safety compliance, tool performance oversight, and achieving production targets while maintaining world-class quality standards.

The ideal candidate combines strong Etch or Films process knowledge with proven leadership capability in a cleanroom manufacturing environment.

B Shift: Saturday through Tuesday in week one, and Sunday through Tuesdayin week two, from 6:55pm - 7:10am. This role offers a 15% differential.

Major Areas of Accountability:

Shift Operations Leadership

• Lead and supervise operators and process technicians during assigned shift
• Drive daily production targets including throughput, WIP management, and cycle time
• Ensure smooth shift handoff communication
• Respond to process excursions and coordinate with engineering and maintenance teams
• Escalate issues appropriately to minimize downtime and yield impact

Technical & Process Oversight

• Monitor critical metrics (CD control, defect density, thickness)
• Support troubleshooting of Etch and Thin Films processes
• Ensure SPC compliance and process control adherence
• Coordinate tool qualifications and maintenance schedules
• Partner with engineering on continuous improvement initiatives

Equipment Oversight

Experience working with industry-standard tools such as:

• AMAT and Novellus Deposition tools
• AMAT, LAM, and TEL Etchers
• KLA Corporation inspection/metrology tools

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Enforce cleanroom protocols and EHS standards
• Ensure documentation accuracy and shift reporting discipline
• Drive root cause analysis (5-Why, Fishbone) for excursions
• Maintain compliance with manufacturing and quality systems

Team Development

• Coach and mentor team members
• Conduct performance discussions and provide feedback
• Manage shift staffing, attendance, and scheduling
• Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of semiconductor manufacturing experience
• 2+ years of Etch or Thin Films-specific experience preferred
• 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role preferred
• Strong understanding of:
• Etch and Thin Films processes
• CD and Thickness control
• SPC and statistical analysis
• Experience in high-volume 200mm or 300mm fab environments
• Ability to work in a cleanroom and support the assigned shift schedule

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field
• Experience ramping new tools or processes
• Familiarity with MES systems
• Proficiency in Excel

U.S. Person Required: SkyWater Technology Foundry, Inc. subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All accepted applications must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. Person as U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee.

SkyWater offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results.

We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.

• 401k match
• life insurance
• opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate

Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life.

• benefit eligibility day one
• medical
• dental
• mental health benefits
• vision
• legal planning
• short- and long-term disability
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• an on-site cafeteria
• fitness facility
• self-serve market

SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. To request reasonable accommodations, to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or Recruiting@SkyWatertechnology.com.

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