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 supports the development and scaling of advanced thin-film solar technology by operating and refining deposition processes in a laboratory setting, collaborating with scientists and engineers to improve manufacturing efficiency and contribute to innovative clean energy solutions.
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, execute experiments, and record parameters accurately
- Track supplies and flag workflow issues to ensure smooth operations
- Assist in refining procedures and suggest improvements based on observations
- Support the transition from R&D to high-throughput manufacturing processes
- Adapt to new tools, experiments, and processes as part of a dynamic startup environment
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 a 1:30pm-10:00pm shift
- Experience in a semiconductor, R&D, or manufacturing environment (preferred but not mandatory)
- Glovebox operation experience (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)
Benefits & Perks
Competitive pay rate ranging from $30.29 to $39.90 per hour
Shift differential of $3 per hour
100% of monthly premiums for HMO PPO group healthcare plan covered
75% of dental and vision insurance premiums covered
401(k) matching
Clean commuter benefits
Meaningful equity in the company
Opportunities for skill growth and professional development
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