intern

application developer

senior partner

internal auditor

facilities technician

Stmicroelectronics

Very challenging workplace, having to learn and service new equipment along with my experienced area of equipment maintenance. Work shifts overlap in some cases for passdown of vital ongoing equipment repairs to assist production teams meet/exceed production goals so there was always a new challenge each day. In any case working with teams from different departments each day was enjoyable as we all worked as a team making us all close just like family, including management. It was a great place to work as the company had ongoing trainning programs that I was able to draw new skills from and further add to my contribution to the companies end goals. The hardest part of the job was to work on multiple tools at the same time so tool sharing and utilization of operators when it was there tool being worked on to instruct them in assisting with the repairs to complete the work and allow it to be released back to production quickly and allow time to complete other tool sets as well for release to production. Working here was always challenging as that seemed to be typical, but I was always up for the challenge so I enjoyed what I did.

~Trained  & certified for basic knowledge of related process and basic operation on process machine & metrology, create recipe, perform split, able to use analysis tools (eg: Klarity, ACE XP basic)
~Knowledge of key equipment function related to process, knowledge of related process integration, Advance ACE XP, basic application of measurement tool. Design DOE for inline troubleshooting, create operation procedure, create OCAP procedure, create training material.
~Design new recipe, design DOE with device parameters, understand correlation between device failure vs process parameter, planning project with timeline & needs. Understand detail knowledge of equipment parts operation & function.
~Knowledge of overall process & equipment integration for semiconductor process, provide technical advices by high level knowledge, demonstrates trainer capability and lead team in projects , problem resolution & meeting with Groups and PTC.
~Ensure the machine and equipments are well maintained, reduces incidents of tools failure and emergency service intervention, raising the productivity and quality of operation and minimizing the risk factor in maintenance budget.

I have been in this industry since 1994, when I first started with Motorola, at first I did not think I was suited for this type of job dealing with electronics and such, but they were big on military personnel and education so I was hired on the spot. I had been trying to get on at ST for awhile (formerly known as SGS Thompson).
I loved both places and if they would come back I would probably go back to work. My co-workers were awesome, we would be laughing and joking around, on our Friday (which was Wednesday morning) we would go to the local pub for awhile. Pretty much everything was pretty easy unless you came in to a problem with a piece of equipment. My supervisor was a ex- Marine so we got along great. You are on a first name basis with management, we have pot lucks, parties, little carnivals and stuff like that for the employees and their families. Fun times!!! I miss it.

What I enjoy about my job is all the new people I get to meet within the company. This is an international company, so I'm dealing with people who are located not only in the United States, but in France, Italy, Switzerland and all throughout Asia. I get to meet different people of different cultural backgrounds and that's amazing.

The hardest part of my job is dealing with language barriers but it's not too difficult. I also find it hard to be social among my group, but I am able to socialize with other employees from other departments at our site. I would also enjoy more of an opportunity to visit some of our other work sites so I can meet people face to face.

The company policies and procedures are very strict but lengthy. I wish they had more of a user-friendly system for these things because it's a challenge when you first start and there is really no one training you. When you learn on your own the challenge becomes more difficult but luckily every is patient and willing to help when necessary.

Typical day: Arrive to my work station, log in to the computers, and check with management if I was to start my day preparing orders or logging in freight shipment into the inventory system. If I was prepping orders I'd receive my invoices and input my data in the system which would ship out the parts (Semiconductors) and amount required to fill the order. From there I would pick and pack then sign off on my orders. Then supplies were staged according to shipping.

What I learned: Computer skills, how to be detail orientated and work in a timely manner. To be accountable for my work and actions.

Management: Management was awesome and very organized.

Co workers: My Co workers were great and very competitive.

Hardest part of job: There was no room for error and dealing with very expensive orders.

Most enjoyable part of job: Working with a great staff

A typical day involved completing assigned tasks, collaborating with team members, and meeting performance goals in a structured setting. I learned valuable time management, communication, and problem-solving skills that improved my overall efficiency. Management was supportive and clear with expectations, while the workplace culture encouraged teamwork and accountability. The most challenging part was handling tight deadlines during busy periods, but the most enjoyable part was achieving goals and working with a cooperative team.

Attend morning planning meeting to determine goals for the day. Relay the goals to the team and plan course of action for priorities of the day. Review goals from previous day and deal with action to get goals accomplished without affecting present day goals. Review budget with finance group and adjust accordingly. Hardest part of the job was tyrying to manage inventory without getting stuck with overstock items. Best part of the job was work group I managed. Very highly motivated group with minimal supervision required for daily activity

STMicroelectronics was originally MOSTEK and both times I worked for them was the most satisfying and intellectually challenging of my career.
At one time they were the ONLY ones with the manufacturing technology to create what was then the lowest power requirement microcircuits. And it was up to the Facility Operations departments to keep up with the continually increasing demands for tighter and tighter manufacturing environment specifications necessary to keep up with the microcircuit's ever shrinking geometry.

The company is situated in a dynamic industry, and was once a truly great place to work.  However, years and years of cost cutbacks due to having too much labor concentrated in places they cannot downsize (France/Italy), are taking their toll.

Also, management has become maniacally focused on certain Financial performance metrics, to the detriment of effective internal support technology investment, and with an approach that has lost site that having good, productive, people is the most valuable asset the company possesses.  In such an environment, it goes without saying that there is undue pressure to cut corners in many areas.

A typical day at work for me consisted of taking calls for tool issues and troubleshooting.

I learned the basics on how to be a proper maintenance technician.

Management was very chill. Working nights I had little interaction.

Workplace culture is a tricky one for me due to the announcement of the shutdowns. I worked my shifts until i was offered my severance package.

Hardest part of the job was knowing I wasn't going to have one in the near future due to the outsourcing. 

Th most enjoyable part of the job were my work colleagues. They were all good people and still talk with a few still to this day.

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