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onsemi

Senior Probe Technician Day Shift

Hopewell, NY · On-site

$27.60 - $48.17/hr

Troubleshoot wafer probe interruptions, including alignment errors, planarity issues, poor or ... Train and mentor technicians and operators on probe card handling, alignment, planarity, cleaning ...

AttoTude

ASIC Test Technician

Menlo Park, CA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Roles and Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining manual and semi-automatic probe stations used for measurements for both wafer level and ...

AttoTude

ASIC Test Technician

Menlo Park, CA

Roles and Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining manual and semi-automatic probe stations used for measurements for both wafer level and ...

Formfactor

Probe Test Engineer

Farmers Branch, TX · On-site

Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety requirements, and cleanroom operating procedures ... Experience supporting semiconductor test operations, probe card manufacturing, wafer probing ...

Formfactor

Probe Test Engineer

Farmers Branch, TX · On-site

Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety requirements, and cleanroom operating procedures ... Experience supporting semiconductor test operations, probe card manufacturing, wafer probing ...

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How much do wafer probe operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for wafer probe operator in the United States is $19.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wafer probe operator?

Wafer Probe Operators are technicians who operate specialized equipment to test semiconductor wafers for functionality and quality before they are cut into individual chips. They work in cleanroom environments, handling sensitive machinery that uses tiny probes to make electrical contact with the wafer's circuits. Their responsibilities include setting up probe stations, running automated or manual tests, analyzing test data, and recording results. This role is critical in ensuring that only wafers meeting strict standards proceed further in the chip manufacturing process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wafer probe operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wafer Probe Operator, you need a solid understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes, basic electronics knowledge, and often a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with wafer probing equipment, automated test systems, and data entry software is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills ensure accurate testing, minimize defects, and support efficient production in highly technical and quality-driven environments.

What are the typical challenges faced by a wafer probe operator, and how can they be managed?

Wafer Probe Operators often encounter challenges such as handling delicate semiconductor wafers without causing damage, maintaining accuracy during testing, and troubleshooting probe card issues. High attention to detail and following strict cleanroom protocols are essential to prevent contamination and ensure test reliability. Collaborating closely with engineers and maintenance teams helps quickly address equipment malfunctions and optimize testing processes, allowing operators to manage workflow efficiently and uphold quality standards.

What is the difference between Wafer Probe Operator vs Test Technician?

AspectWafer Probe OperatorTest Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; training on probe equipmentHigh school diploma; technical training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentCleanroom, semiconductor manufacturing facilityElectronics lab or manufacturing setting
Job FocusHandling and testing wafers with probe stationsTesting assembled electronic components or devices
Industry UsageSemiconductor manufacturingElectronics manufacturing and testing

While both roles involve testing electronic components, a Wafer Probe Operator specializes in testing semiconductor wafers using probe stations, whereas a Test Technician works on testing finished electronic devices or components. The roles share similar credentials and work environments but differ in their specific focus within the manufacturing process.

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Infographic showing various Wafer Probe Operator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 47% Full Time, 51% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,852 per year, or $19.2 per hour.

Senior Probe Technician Day Shift

Hopewell, NY • On-site

onsemi
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$27.60 - $48.17/hr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Onsemi rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


onsemi is seeking is seeking an experienced Senior Probe Technician to support high-volume semiconductor wafer probe operations. This hands-on role is responsible for identifying and resolving probing issues that cause production interruptions, increase cycle time, or affect test results.
The ideal candidate has strong experience with probe alignment, planarity, scrub-mark evaluation, probe card maintenance, and equipment troubleshooting. This person will serve as a technical resource for operators and technicians while working closely with Test Engineering, Equipment Engineering, and Manufacturing to improve probe performance, equipment availability, and production flow.
Shift: Monday - Friday
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
  • Troubleshoot wafer probe interruptions, including alignment errors, planarity issues, poor or inconsistent contact, excessive retest, and probe-related yield concerns.
  • Adjust and verify probe-to-pad alignment, contact height, overdrive, planarity, and other approved setup parameters.
  • Inspect scrub marks to confirm proper location, length, consistency, and pad coverage.
  • Diagnose whether failures are related to the prober, probe card, tester, product, or process.
  • Inspect probe cards for contamination, damaged or bent probes, wear, loose components, and electrical or mechanical defects.
  • Perform approved probe card cleaning, preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and qualification activities.
  • Support probe card installations, product changeovers, equipment recoveries, and new card introductions.
  • Use equipment logs, wafer maps, test results, alarm histories, and visual inspections to identify root causes.
  • Respond quickly to equipment issues while ensuring that adjustments do not create risks to wafers, probe cards, or test equipment.
  • Document troubleshooting, repairs, parameter changes, and qualification results in the appropriate tracking systems.
  • Identify recurring failure trends and recommend improvements to cleaning frequency, preventive maintenance, setup procedures, and troubleshooting methods.
  • Develop troubleshooting guides and standardized work instructions.
  • Train and mentor technicians and operators on probe card handling, alignment, planarity, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting.
  • Follow all cleanroom, ESD, safety, quality, and contamination-control requirements.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED. Associate degree in Electronics, Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Semiconductor Manufacturing, or a related discipline preferred.
  • Five or more years of semiconductor wafer probe, probe card, test equipment, or related precision-manufacturing experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve complex wafer probing issues.
  • Working knowledge of:
    • Probe-to-pad alignment
    • Planarity and coplanarity
    • Contact height and overdrive

Hourly: onsemi is excited to share the base salary range for this position is $27.60 to $48.17 exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. The final pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, education, experience, and/or consideration of internal equity of our current team members. We also offer a competitive benefits package. https://www.onsemi.com/site/pdf/Benefits-Summary-USA.pdf
About Us
onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world's most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.
More details about our company benefits can be found here:
https://www.onsemi.com/careers/career-benefits
About the Team
We are committed to sourcing, attracting, and hiring high-performance innovators, while providing all candidates a positive recruitment experience that builds our brand as a great place to work.
onsemi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Talent.acquisition@onsemi.com for assistance.

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