Cleanroom Manufacturing Operator

Shift Pattern - 4 on 4 off - 2days/2nights (06:00-18:15/18:00-06:15)
Cleanroom environment - hooded coverall required.
Our Story
IQE plc is the leading global supplier of advanced wafer products and material solutions to the semiconductor industry. IQE’s core business is the design and manufacture of compound semiconductor wafers or “epiwafers” using a process called epitaxy. IQE’s epiwafers are used in advanced electronic and photonic components which enable a broad portfolio of today’s technology products.
Our Vision
IQE's vision is to be the best advanced semiconductor materials solutions company in the world. Being best means delivering outstanding quality, service, technology and value such that we become the first-choice supplier for all our customers.
Our Mission
IQE's mission is to deliver the best advanced semiconductor materials solutions to our customers through technology leadership; to provide our employees with a safe, stimulating and rewarding work environment; to partner with our suppliers to form mutually beneficial relationships; and to provide our stakeholders with a rewarding investment.
Purpose of the role
Primarily responsible for carrying out manufacturing activities such as;
The test, measurement and characterisation of manufactured Epiwafers in a cleanroom environment
Loading /Unloading of production material
Other manufacturing related tasks as required and directed.
Reporting to the Shift Leader on a 24/7 shifted basis
Key Responsibilities
Carry out Production runs as required by the Daily Production Schedule/OSR targets and objectives
To complete accurate records of all specified product characteristics.
To perform routine operations on all test and measurement (Characterisation) equipment, in a safe, accurate, reliable and consistent manner.
To perform scheduled calibration and/or monitoring as requested and to maintain all appropriate records, SPC data and charts.
To gain a basic understanding of IQE product characteristics, and, how different groups within the organisation interact with each other (especially the Engineering/Growth/Characterisation relationship).
To assist in modifications, and process improvement programmes where required.
Assist in the training of staff as and when required and where competent to do so.
Provide back-up safety cover to standard operating procedures as required (e.g. bubbler and cylinder changes)
Complete all run-related data and checks on ODS (Manufacturing IT System), pre-run checks, and assist in 1^st stage problem solving where necessary.
Responsible for maintaining local bay area, reactor loading area and glovebox housekeeping to normal semiconductor standards
Participate in any problem solving and continuous improvement programmes focused on achieving business objectives.
Compliance to the Company Code of Conduct.
Compliance to all internal safety, HR, environmental and quality guidelines & procedures.
Qualifications / Essential Skills
Good educational background
Excellent communication skills and a degree of computer literacy is essential.
Experience in a production/technical environment – cleanroom experience preferable.
Ability to work unsupervised
Benefits
Discretionary Bonus scheme
LTIP’s (subject to qualifying period)
Employee Assistant Program (EAP) – variety of discounts and deals.
Westfield Health
Company pension – option to pay up to 5% matched by IQE up to 10%
Cycle to work scheme