Process Technician
Swift SolarSan Carlos, California
Full Time
Posted November 25, 2025
$30 - $40/hr
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Job Description
The Process Technician at Swift Solar is responsible for operating, refining, and scaling thin-film deposition processes to support the development and manufacturing of advanced solar technology, working closely with scientists and engineers in a dynamic startup environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate, refine, and scale thin-film deposition processes in collaboration with scientists and process engineers
- Follow experimental procedures, document results, and monitor tool performance for consistency
- Review experimental plans and execute them using lab tools
- Record process parameters and ensure accurate documentation of work
- Monitor and maintain equipment and tool performance during processes
- Track supplies and flag workflow issues to ensure smooth operations
- Assist in refining procedures and suggest improvements based on observations
- Support experimental work and collaborate with team members in a laboratory setting
Requirements
- Experience working in a hands-on laboratory environment
- Eagerness to learn new skills and take initiative without being prompted
- Ability to excel at multitasking and managing time effectively
- Willingness to collaborate with scientists and support experimental work
- Availability to work the shift from 1:30 pm to 10:00 pm
- Experience in a semiconductor, R&D, or manufacturing environment (preferred but not mandatory)
- Experience with glovebox operation (preferred but not mandatory)
- Experience handling chemicals safely and responsibly (preferred but not mandatory)
- Skill in working with delicate samples and materials (preferred but not mandatory)
- Complete understanding of the responsibilities involved in operating, refining, and scaling thin-film deposition processes, including reviewing experimental plans, carrying out procedures using lab tools, documenting results, monitoring tool performance, and ensuring consistent output
- Willingness to contribute to refining procedures, tracking supplies, flagging workflow issues, and suggesting next steps as part of the role
- Ability to adapt to new tools, experiments, and processes in a dynamic startup environment
Benefits & Perks
Competitive pay range of $30.29 - $39.90 per hour plus a $3 per hour shift differential
Health insurance coverage covering 100% of monthly premiums for HMO/PPO group healthcare plans
Coverage of 75% of dental and vision insurance premiums
401(k) matching
Clean commuter benefits
Meaningful equity in the company
Opportunities for skill development through conferences and online courses
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