Apprentice Fabrication Process Operator

NOKIA
$20 - $24 / hr.
life insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, California, Sunnyvale
255 Caspian Drive (Show on map)
Nov 13, 2025
Start Date: January 2026 Location: Onsite - Sunnyvale, CA Shift Differential: Up to 20% for evening/weekend shifts Overtime: Daily OT pay for shifts exceeding 8 hours Training & Development We offer a structured, hands-on training program: Phase 0: Onboarding & Classroom Training Learn cleanroom protocols, safety procedures, and basic fab operations. Phase 1: Shadowing Certified Operators Observe and learn from experienced team members. Phase 2: Hands-On Training Practice job functions under close supervision with real-time feedback. Phase 3: Certification Complete live and online tests to become a certified operator. Ongoing training is provided for new equipment, process changes, and safety updates. You'll also participate in "Fab School" sessions led by our engineering team to support continuous improvement. Operate semiconductor processing and testing equipment Handle wafers safely and follow cleanroom protocols Work 12-hour shifts with opportunities for overtime and shift differential pay Advance into Technician, Supervisor, or even Engineering roles over time High school diploma required Basic software, chemistry, and math skills Experience with mechanical systems, electronics, or similar fields preferred Strong communication and teamwork skills Semiconductor fab experience is a plus, but not required Come create the technology that helps the world act together Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people's lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world. We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work What we offer Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered. Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality: One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg Workplace Pride Global Benchmark At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia's employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect. Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed. Additional Information US/Canada Nokia Offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to: Corporate Retirement Savings Plan Health and dental benefits Short-term disability, and long-term disability Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) Paid time off for holidays and Vacation Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Assistance Plan Adoption assistance Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program The above benefits exclude students. Disclaimer for US/Canada Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity.( Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role) All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.