Manufacturing Assembler

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/Preferred Qualifications

At KLA we design, develop, and manufacture high-tech equipment and products for the global semiconductor industry. In this role you’ll be working as part of a newly established manufacturing team involved in building and assembling our wafer sensor products.

Based at our brand-new manufacturing facility in Newport, South Wales this role presents the opportunity to work with innovative technology and be involved in small-scale, precision manufacturing processes!

Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Manual soldering and wire bonding small electronic components (using a microscope) onto Printed Circuit Board or flex circuit (resistors, capacitors, dies).
• Handling and attaching small components (die, capacitors, resistors) using tweezers and in house build fixtures.
• Mixing compounds to perform manual coating, bonding & encapsulation processes on silicon wafers.

• Visual inspection using a microscope (20x magnification) for dies, resistors, capacitors to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Attach small components onto wafer or flex circuit.
• Operating fixturing/tooling or hand-held electronic equipment (Voltmeter, Caliper, Oscilloscope) to test cable assembly or electronic assembly boxes.
• Handling dilute chemical solutions (IPA, DI water, Acetone, epoxy) to clean products.

We’re especially interested in candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Electronic and mechanical assembly of small devices. 
• Soldering and assembling small electronic components (die, capacitors, resistors)
• Handling small-scale components using precision hand tools and microscopes
• Experience in manufacturing or precision manufacturing environments
• Applying conformal coating and potting materials
• Quality inspection

This is a permanent position working Monday to Friday. 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

25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), matched contributory pension scheme, global bonus plan, overtime premiums, healthcare scheme, cycle to work scheme, employee share purchase scheme, rewards scheme and life assurance.

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

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