Manufacturing Operator 1 - Farmers Branch, TX, United States
Originally posted 19 October 2026 by the employer.
About the role
The Manufacturing Operator 1 performs entry-level production and assembly activities in support of semiconductor manufacturing operations.
What you'll do
- Assemble semiconductor-related products and components following documented work instructions and production schedules. - Perform precision hand assembly of miniature electronic and mechanical components using microscopes, tweezers, hand tools, and specialized production equipment. - Conduct visual inspections of products to identify defects or irregularities, escalating issues appropriately. - Record production and quality data accurately while adhering to ISO standards and manufacturing procedures. - Operate basic manufacturing equipment, perform routine checks, and follow standardized operating procedures and process controls. - Maintain safety, environmental, and ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) requirements across the work environment.
What you'll need
- Less than 1 year of related experience, with no formal occupational training typically required. - Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions to assemble, inspect, test, and package precision products. - Basic computer skills and the ability to accurately document production and quality information. - Manual dexterity to handle miniature components and perform repetitive assembly tasks. - Ability to adhere to manufacturing safety guidelines and ESD controls.
Nice to have
- Previous manufacturing, assembly, production, warehouse, or technical experience. - Experience working with microscopes, precision tools, or small components. - Experience in semiconductor, electronics, medical device, aerospace, or precision manufacturing. - Exposure to lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies. - Experience with blueprints, cleanroom operations, electrical testing, or Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS).
Skills: assembly, inspection, semiconductor manufacturing, work instructions, ESD
This role has been open 0 days — well below the 53-day median for Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering roles.
Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering · Manufacturing Equipment
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Open roles in category
2523
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Median days open
53 d
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Median salary
$97k
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See the full market breakdown ▾Category comparison, skills in demand, and who else is hiring
| Metric | FormFactor | All employers we track in this specialty (2523 roles · 80 employers) |
|---|---|---|
| Open roles in this specialty | 55 | 2523 |
| Open roles in the wider Process, Fab & Equipment family | 116 | 9979 · 109 employers |
| Median days open | 33 d | 53 d (−20 d vs this employer) |
| Median salary (USD postings) | — | $97k |
Skills observed across this category: assembly, inspection, semiconductor manufacturing, work instructions, ESD
Who's hiring in this category
- Micron Technology · 402 open roles · median 78 d
- Applied Materials · 251 open roles · median 40 d
- Entegris · 225 open roles · median 39 d
- Lam Research · 108 open roles · median 61 d
- Infineon Technologies · 90 open roles · median 59 d
- STMicroelectronics · 69 open roles · median 55 d
How we counted: 2523 open Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering (Manufacturing Equipment) roles from 80 employers tracked in the SemiconductorJobs index, counted 19 Oct 2026. Specialty figures count only roles carrying this exact specialty label, so an employer's related work in neighbouring specialties is not included there — it is counted in the wider Process, Fab & Equipment family row. Figures refresh nightly.