Pre-Apprentice

Polar Semiconductor Pre-Apprenticeship ProgramPolar Semiconductor is proud to offer an opportunity to join our Pre-Apprenticeship program. The program is designed with a combination of formal education through Normandale Community College and on-the-job training as a Cleanroom Technician. Our Pre-Apprentices learn about Polar Semiconductor and the semiconductor industry from the ground up and build long-lasting careers with us.About the role - you will:Operate assigned equipment and run production material in a cleanroom environmentLoad and unload processing equipmentFollow detailed processes to ensure correct procedures are completedPerform quality inspections on finished productsFollow all safety requirements of the equipment and processes in the assigned areasEducation:Must be in good standing with classes/university (Normandale Community College).Shift: Sunday - Tuesday and Every Other Wednesday 5:50am - 6pmPre-Apprenticeship Duration: April 2026 through April 2027. Upon Pre-Apprenticeship completion successful candidates will have the opportunity to apply for a regular fulltime position at Polar Semiconductor.About you:High School Diploma or Equivalent18 years or olderSuccessful completion of the Semiconductor AcademyBasic computer skillsEffective verbal and written communication skillsComprehension of and ability to take action on detailed written and verbal processesLearning mindset for an extensive hands-on initial training period**Sponsorship is not available for this position**Physical Requirements:Requires walking and standing on cleanroom floors for prolonged periods.Working in a cleanroom environment and wearing clean room attire (bunny suit, mask, gloves, protective eye wear and booties).Exposure to hazardous chemicals and extreme oven temperatures, 550-800C.Lift/carry/push/pull/ up to 10 pounds on a frequent and daily basis.Visual acuity.Ability to perform all wafer handling functions (i.e.: load, unload, transfer, transport, etc.).Manual dexterity to operate handheld devices such as keyboard, keypad, mouse/trackball, scanner and wand.Ability to perform two handed cassette/wafer handling including two handed grip and grasp, on a frequent to continuous and daily basis.Ability to perform physical requirements throughout the course of 10-hour shifts.