Principal Technician - Factory Automation (Days)

GlobalFoundries · Essex Junction

Posted Nov 3, 2026 · full time

Est. total comp~$110K–$157K

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About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role: GlobalFoundries is looking to hire a Principal Factory Automation Technician to sustain and run the fab floor with primary responsibility of resolving equipment and system issues specific to the factory automation systems and robotics. This technician position is on a day shift hourly role working a compressed week of 12-hour shifts. The D1/D2 shifts scheduled are 7AM- 7PM (These shifts are on a 2-2-3 cadence, working either 3 or 4 shifts per week). GlobalFoundries is a 24/7 manufacturing facility providing technician support across all shifts.

Essential Responsibilities: Monitor, control, and repair factory automation and mobile robotics equipment Perform basic preventive maintenance activities React to error messages of factory systems and/or equipment Process wafers using defined procedures. Perform visual inspections (quality checks) Recover from equipment and system interruptions. …

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Required 3 items

Education: Associate's degree

Experience: 4+ years of experience

Other: Lift up to 30 lbs

Preferred 5 items

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: 3+ years of experience

Skills and tools: Excel, Robotics

Clearance and work authorization: Security clearance

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