Manufacturing Technician
Applied Materials
Austin, TXFresher2h agovia LinkedIn
Posted 13 Nov 2026, 19:19 ET
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Diploma
- Must know
- TroubleshootingOperationsAuditing
- Work
- On-site in Austin
- Pay
- $18–$24.8 an hour
- Skill demand
- Troubleshooting51%Operations51%Auditing13%of 100 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 13, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
As a Manufacturing Technician, you will work hands-on in a cleanroom environment to build and test multimillion-dollar display and wafer fabrication equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Use work orders (including schematics, wiring diagrams, parts lists, and instructions) to build, repair and/or test equipment of various kinds (electrical, electro-mechanical, vacuum, pneumatic assemblies, subassemblies, and components).
- Work under supervision, and follow procedures to perform electro-mechanical assembly operations, troubleshooting and repairs.
- Perform audits to ensure all necessary parts are available; inspect parts for defects; troubleshoot and improve processes.
- Use test fixtures, electronic measurement equipment, leak detectors and/or vacuum pumps to test assemblies, subassemblies, and components.
- Complete required job documentation (data entry) about progress, work expense and labor details.
- Perform computer programming, repair, or software installs, as needed.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Basic skills in an analytical or scientific method or operational process.
- Ability to follow standard operation procedures (written and verbal).
- Knowledge of basic hand tools.
- Experience working within standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods and adhere to quality guidelines.
Qualifications
- A high school or technical diploma, technical degree, certificate or equivalent.
- Preferred: Up to 1 year of semiconductor or display experience, or comparable industry or military experience.
- Preferred: A technical education, certifications, or trainings.
- Preferred: ASSEET
- Preferred: BSEET (DeVry, TSTC)
Physical Requirements
- Standing for extended periods, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting.
- Ability to distinguish between colors.
- Ability to work in an environment with noise.
- Use of hand and power tools.
- Driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts.
- Use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields) may be required in a cleanroom.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: $18.00 - $24.80
- Location: Austin, TX
- Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- May be eligible for other compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program.