Process Technician, Spectacles, L1

Location: Chandler, United States

Department: Spectacles

Employment Type: Full time

About Snap Inc

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.

About the Role

Snap Inc is a camera company believing that the camera—and AR innovation—presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. We empower people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together through Snapchat, Lens Studio, and our groundbreaking Spectacles AR glasses. The Spectacles team pushes the boundaries of standalone, see-through AR technology powered by Snap OS, making playing, learning, and working better in the real world. Join our creative, fast-paced culture as a Process Technician, Spectacles, L1 on the Manufacturing team, where you'll wear a full cleanroom suit for most of your day, supporting the production of next-gen AR eyewear that brings people closer together. In this hands-on role, you'll contribute to engineering tasks for manufacturing and developing established and new processes critical to Spectacles production. Proactively identify improvements to boost efficiency, yield, and cut costs, while assisting in rapid introduction of stable new technologies. Respond to process issues with on-shift containment, investigation, and resolution, serving as the process engineering rep during off-hours. Liaise with supervisors and technicians to prioritize production, monitor processes, and ensure seamless handoffs via reporting systems, all while fostering a safety culture aligned with ISO standards. We're seeking a proactive technician with cleanroom experience, strong analytical skills, and a passion for AR innovation in Snap's vibrant, collaborative environment. You'll train operators, analyze data using SPC, and escalate issues timely, thriving without direct supervision in our 'Default Together' office (4+ days/week). Snap is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, offering competitive pay (Zone A: $73,000-$109,000 base + RSUs), comprehensive benefits, and a chance to shape the future of AR eyewear.

What You'll Do

• Support and maintain production processes in the Spectacles cleanroom manufacturing environment
• Contribute to engineering tasks for continuous process development and optimization
• Proactively identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, yield, and reduce costs
• Assist in developing new processes and technologies for rapid introduction with stable yield
• Ensure engineering principles and procedures are adhered to in fabrication and test areas
• Respond to out-of-control events, perform containment, investigation, diagnosis, and resolution
• Act as process engineering representative during off-shift hours for all processing areas
• Provide feedback and communication using recognized reporting systems for issue continuity
• Liaise with shift supervisors and technicians to address production priorities urgently
• Monitor, update, and present production process status information
• Contribute to training Operators and fellow technicians
• Develop a positive safety and environmental culture per ISO standards and escalate issues timely

Minimum Qualifications

• 1+ years experience as a process technician in a fabrication, cleanroom, or similar manufacturing environment
• Experience working in cleanrooms and in a manufacturing/production environment
• Broad knowledge of manufacturing and engineering principles
• Good understanding of statistical process control techniques
• Capable of analyzing data, predicting trends, and recommending adjustments
• Knowledge of scientific experimentation techniques
• Proactive and capable of working without direct supervision
• Ability to prioritize time and focus on priority issues

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work in a team environment
• Adaptable to changing circumstances
• Experience in high-tech manufacturing for AR or camera technologies
• Familiarity with ISO 18001 and ISO 14001 safety and environmental standards
• Training experience with operators and technicians

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Cleanroom operations and protocols
• Manufacturing and engineering principles
• Statistical process control (SPC)
• Data analysis and trend prediction
• Scientific experimentation techniques
• Problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Process optimization and yield improvement
• Independent prioritization and time management
• Technical reporting and communication
• Team collaboration and liaison skills
• Safety and environmental compliance (ISO 18001/14001)
• Out-of-control event response and root cause analysis
• Training and knowledge transfer
• Adaptability in fast-paced AR tech environment
• Proactivity in process innovation
• Interpersonal communication

Our Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Emotional and mental health support programs
• Compensation packages with equity in the form of RSUs
• Office-based 'Default Together' policy fostering dynamic collaboration 4+ days per week
• Opportunities to share in Snap’s long-term success
• Support for disabilities and special needs
• Diverse, inclusive culture driving AR innovation

Compensation

$73,000-$109,000 annually

This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.

"Default Together" Policy: At Snap Inc, we practice a "default together" approach and expect team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.

Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.