Continuous Improvement Hands-On

Kevin Riordan

Chandler, AZ ***** *********@*****.*** 480-***-****

Professional Summary

Experienced and dependable Semiconductor Fab Operator with 12 years of hands-on expertise in cleanroom operations, process monitoring, and equipment handling in high-volume wafer fabrication. Proven ability to follow detailed protocols, maintain high safety and quality standards, and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Committed to precision, teamwork, and production efficiency.

Core Skills

- Semiconductor Fabrication: Diffusion, Deposition, Dopant Processes

- Cleanroom Operation & Protocols

- Equipment Monitoring & Minor Troubleshooting

- Statistical Process Control (SPC)

- TDS System for Lot Tracking

- ESD & ISO Standards Compliance

- Data Logging & Yield Monitoring

- Safety & SOP Adherence

- Team Collaboration & Training

Professional Experience

Fab Operator – Thin Films

Microchip Technology – Tempe, AZ

June 2013 – June 2025

- Specialized in Thin Films processing, including plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD), physical vapor deposition (PVD), and other vacuum-based coating techniques

- Operated and maintained complex deposition equipment in an ISO-class cleanroom environment, adhering to strict safety and process protocols

- Monitored film thickness, uniformity, and overall quality using in-line metrology and inspection tools

- Used the TDS system for accurate lot tracking, shift documentation, and real-time production monitoring

- Conducted minor troubleshooting of vacuum systems, pumps, and process tools, escalating technical issues when necessary

- Followed rigorous cleanroom gowning and ESD compliance protocols to prevent contamination

- Partnered with process engineers to resolve deposition issues and optimize tool performance

- Trained and mentored new operators in Thin Films processes, safety standards, and tool operation

Education

Associate’s Degree in General Studies

Phoenix College – Phoenix, AZ