Most fab employees produce microchips, monitor the manufacturing process, make decisions, maintain equipment and manage work flow, frequently as members of a team.
Teams are responsible for a particular part of the fab such as production, equipment or processes.
Check out these descriptions for a look at the different kinds of jobs and their educational and skills requirements. Technicians Operators Career Opportunities Technicians Technicians test, operate and maintain equipment, analyze processes and assure quality control related to microchip and wafer fabrication. They often are trained to work in many areas of the fab. Technicians work independently and as members of a team. Companies generally require an associate's degree in Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, microelectronics, electronics or a related technical discipline.