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Position Summary

In your role as an AMHS Operation Engineer you'll be responsible for the implementation, optimization, reliability, and continuous improvement of automated material handing systems within Samsung Taylor Semiconductor fabrication facility.
You'll ensure the safe, efficient, and uninterrupted transport and storage of wafers and reticles to support high-volume, high precision manufacturing operations, productivity, quality and cost target.

You'll also collaborate with process engineering, equipment engineering, facilities, IT and external partners to troubleshoot system issues, implemented upgrades, and drive performance improvements aligned with production goals, SEMI standards, and FAB safety requirements.

Role and Responsibilities:

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Configure, optimize, upgrade OHT, stockers, conveyors, and FOUP and reticle handling systems.

• Analyze AMHS performance metrics (throughput, cycle time, capacity, system availability) and drive improvements.

• Lead root cause analysis for system failures, jams, and material delivery delays.

• Support system integration with MES, dispatch and tool interfaces.

• Execute AMHS expansions, tool hookups and FAB ramp activities with support from planning team.

• Develop preventive maintenance strategies and reliability improvements.

• Coordinate vendor activities, commissioning and preventive maintenance schedule.

• Ensure compliance with clean room, safety, and EHS standards.

• Create and maintain technical documentation, procedures and change controls.

• Provides 24/7 on-call or on-site support.

Skills and Qualifications

Here's what you'll need:

• Must have BS Degree in Engineering (prefer Electrical/Mechanical).

• Proficient use in MS Office Word, Excel, Power Point and basic scripting Python, SQL.

• Cross-functional communication and project management.

• Strong knowledge of semiconductor FAB operations and material flow is a plus.

• Familiarity with SEMI standards and fab automation architecture.

The current base salary range for this role is between $70,480 - $179,090. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.

Total Rewards At Samsung SAS, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
• Wellness incentives and MORE

Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at SAS are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance This role requires access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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