Production & Manufacturing · Perform any or all of the following functions in the manufacture of electronic semiconductors: load semiconductor material into furnace; saw formed ingots into segments; load individual segment into crystal growing chamber and monitor controls; locate crystal axis in ingot using x-ray equipment and saw ingots into wafers; and clean, polish, and load wafers into series of special purpose furnaces, chemical baths, and equipment used to form circuitry and change conductive properties.
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Entry Salary
$41–50k
First 1–2 years
Peak Salary
$54–64k
10+ years experience
Job Outlook
+10.9% · Much faster than average
Projected growth of 10.9% from 2024 to 2034; about 4 openings projected per year.
Time to Start
1–2 years
College degree typical
Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.
Entry-Level Technicians
Semiconductor Processing Technicians
Experienced Semiconductor Processing Technicians
Senior Semiconductor Processing Technicians
Director of Production & Manufacturing
You prioritize Support
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You're strong in Operations Monitoring
Operations Monitoring is a top skill for this career, and it plays to what students like you naturally do best.
Good fit for your timeline
This career typically requires short-term training (less than 1 year), which matches common student preparation goals.
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