Technician

3 days ago

Newport, United Kingdom Disability Solutions Full time
Company Overview

The SPTS division of KLA, designs, manufactures and markets wafer processing solutions for the global semiconductor and related industries. SPTS provides industry leading etch and deposition process technologies on a range of single wafer handling platforms. End-market applications include micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), advanced packaging, LED, high speed RF device IC’s and power semiconductors. SPTS is part of KLA Corporation which develops industry-leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry. We provide advanced process control and process-enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers design solutions that move the world forward.

Job Description

At KLA we design, develop, and manufacture high-tech capital equipment for the global semiconductor industry. In this role you’ll be working in our high performing manufacturing team to build and assemble our complex processing equipment.

Based at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Newport, South Wales this role presents the opportunity to work with innovative technology and learn precision automated manufacturing processes

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
  • Operating fixturing/tooling or hand-held electronic equipment (Voltmeter, Caliper, Oscilloscope) to test cable assembly or electronic assembly boxes.
  • Manual soldering small electronic components (using a microscope) onto Printed Circuit Boards (resistors, capacitors, dies).
  • Visual inspection using a microscope (20x magnification) for dies, resistors, capacitors to ensure parts meet specifications.
  • Implement systematical problem-solving approach to find root cause and make correction plan for equipment/material/process issues.
  • Work with Manufacturing Engineering teams to resolve issues with released products.
  • Handling or attaching small components (die, capacitors, resistors) using tweezers and in house build fixture.
  • Performing visual inspection IQC (incoming quality inspection)/OQC (outgoing quality inspection) on raw parts (flex, PCBA, silicon substrate).
  • Handling dilute chemical solutions (IPA, DI water, Acetone, epoxy) to clean products.
  • Perform functional tests on products.


Your experience & qualifications
  • HNC / HND qualified in Electrical, Electronic Engineering (or similar subject) or hold equivalent level qualification.
  • Ideally have experience in electronic assembly, PCB assembly and soldering.
  • Possesses excellent analytical and fault-finding skills,
  • The ability to utilise electrical and mechanical schematics to rectify faults and defects.
  • Know how to operate fixturing/tooling or hand-held electronic equipment (Voltmeter, Caliper, Oscilloscope)
  • Demonstrates strong communication - You’ll enjoy establishing and maintaining good working relationships with colleagues in your own and wider team.
  • Have experience in a manufacturing and/or shop-floor environment. Clean room experience is desirable.
  • Familiar with handling wafers/substrates
  • Experience with MS Office products.


This is a permanent position working Monday to Friday. Some international travel will be required for role related training. There may occasionally be the need to work on a shift basis due to business requirements.

What will we offer you?

This position offers an excellent opportunity for people who are looking to establish a career in a fast-growing, award-winning company in the Semiconductor manufacturing industry

KLA benefits include - Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays), contributory pension scheme, cash health plan, cycle to work scheme, global bonus plan, share scheme, rewards scheme, life assurance and overtime premiums.

Minimum Qualifications

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA . Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to talent.acquisition@kla.com to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

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