Kla
Manufacturing Apprentice
Job Description
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.
SPTS wafer processing solutions include market-leading silicon etch, dielectric etch, dry-release etch, PVD, PECVD and molecular vapor deposition (MVD®), available with a range of wafer-handling options applicable to R&D, pilot production, or volume production environments. SPTS is headquartered and has its main manufacturing facility in Newport, UK, with additional manufacturing in Allentown, Pennsylvania. SPTS operates across 19 countries in Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and offers comprehensive service and spare parts support through a worldwide network of service centers and qualified local agents.
We are calling for innovative and curious apprentices to join the 3-year Apprenticeship in our Manufacturing/Operations Department. In this program you will develop your skills in build, test, and decom: you will become familiar with the assembly and final test processes of KLA products.
- Mechanical/Electrical assembly, wiring and fault finding in our tools
- Operation and process engineering
- Carrying out site maintenance and cleanroom support.
- Leading and assisting with continuous improvement projects
- Successful completion of NVQ log book entries by the required timelines and a BTEC and HNC qualification in Electronics
- Work to tight timescales
- Demonstrate problem solving/trouble-shooting skills
- Be a standout team-member, who is flexible on working as a part of a group, but also on their own initiative
- Demonstrate good communication capabilities
- Be computer literate
- Be self-motivated
KLA’s benefits package includes: 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, generous shift allowance and overtime premiums.
- First year of BTEC or similar course in electronics/electrical engineering that allows entry to BTEC year 2 on day release.
- Maths GCSE at grade B (or equivalent) or above, and four further GCSE’s including English & Science at grade C (or equivalent) or above.
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.
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