Specialist, Standards Publications (TEMP)

Why Join Semi

Semi is a global industry association connecting 1.5 million professionals and 4000 member companies across the semiconductor and electronics design and supply manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member-driven solutions to industry challenges through key programs including Advocacy Workforce Development and Sustainability. Our SEMICON expositions and events technology communities standards and market intelligence help advance growth and innovations in design devices equipment materials services and software enabling smarter faster more secure electronics.

Summary

The Specialist Standards Publications ensures the accuracy consistency and timely release of SEMI Standards documents. This position supports editorial processes manages publication workflows and upholds compliance with established style guidelines.

Status : Temporary 6 months with potential for conversion to regular full-time status

Compensation : $38.00 / hour - $43.00 / hour

Location : SEMI Milpitas Office (structured schedule on-site presence required)

Reports to : Director of Standards

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Master the SEMI Standards Style Manual and Microsoft Word templates.

Manage workload and meet deadlines with accuracy and efficiency.

Perform detailed redlining and editing of documents.

Revise and format text tables figures and equations to ensure compliance.

Verify consistency between versions and identify discrepancies.

Prepare publication proofs for review and approval.

Communicate effectively with team members and program participants.

Convert documents to PDF and prepare final versions for publishing.

Update the SEMI Standards Compilation of Terms monthly.

Generate publication reports and maintain processing queues.

Provide editorial support for ballots reports training materials and presentations.

Support additional tasks as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in English Technical Communications or related field.

Minimum 3 years experience in copy editing publishing or standards / document production.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word (including templates styles and macros).

Intermediate proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro and web-based applications.

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Familiarity with The Chicago Manual of Style preferred.

Strong written and verbal communication skills; multilingual abilities a plus.

What Success Looks Like

You have mastered SEMI Standards Style Manual and document templates.

You process SEMI Standards accurately and meet publication deadlines with minimal supervision.

You demonstrate initiative adaptability and a solutions-focused approach.

You maintain strong internal and external relationships in a global environment.

Foundational Knowledge or Practical Experience :

Bachelors degree in English Technical Communications or a related field required.

Relevant experience working in a semiconductor manufacturing company is a plus.

Minimum 3 years experience in copy editing publishing or standards / document production.

Experience in an industry association or standards development organization is preferred.

Intermediate knowledge of MS Word (2016 or later) and Adobe Acrobat Pro DC required. Familiarity with software version differences a plus.

Knowledge of The Chicago Manual of Style is preferred.

Strong English communication (written and verbal); Bilingual skills are a plus. Excellent reading comprehension and the ability to follow written instructions.

Demonstrated experience in working with culturally diverse staff and customers preferred multilingual abilities in a language of SEMI presence (e.g. China Korea Taiwan) is a plus.

Expected travel

The Ideal Candidate :

The ideal candidate has a superior ability to focus on written document details (grammar punctuation formatting layout styles) with a high level of accuracy throughout the production of technical documents. The person can effectively prioritize is highly productive and can meet strict deadlines. The ideal candidate is customer focused; adept at developing and maintaining strong relationships internally and externally in a global environment.

About Us

SEMI is a catalyst for connection collaboration and innovation helping the semiconductor industry to deploy lifechanging tech worldwide.

Although were small were mighty and influence and impact society at large positively. At SEMI we offer opportunities to connect and interact with world leaders industry legends and rising stars. We help our members develop public and private policies to strengthen global supply chains and promote business growth and prosperity. Learn and grow professionally through career opportunities such as rotational assignments. Contribute by influencing and impacting an industry that is the foundation for innovation and positive change in areas like environmental sustainability thought leadership and workforce development. We take pride in offering work-life balance so you can live your personal and professional life to the fullest.

SEMI is the global industry association representing the electronics manufacturing and design supply chain connecting over 3000 member companies and 1.3 million professionals worldwide. SEMI members are responsible for the innovations in materials design equipment software devices and services that enable smarter faster more powerful and more affordable electronic products. Since 1970 SEMI has built connections that have helped its members prosper create new markets and address common industry challenges together. SEMI maintains offices in Berlin Brussels Hsinchu Seoul Shanghai Singapore Tokyo Milpitas and Washington D.C. For more information about SEMI please visit us at .

As an equal opportunity employer we welcome all to apply.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in English Technical Communications or a related field required.

Relevant experience working in a semiconductor manufacturing company is a plus.

Minimum 3 years experience in copy editing publishing or standards / document production.

Experience in an industry association or standards development organization is preferred.

Intermediate knowledge of MS Word (2016 or later) and Adobe Acrobat Pro DC required. Familiarity with software version differences a plus.

Knowledge of The Chicago Manual of Style is preferred.

Strong English communication (written and verbal); Bilingual skills are a plus. Excellent reading comprehension and the ability to follow written instructions.

Demonstrated experience in working with culturally diverse staff and customers preferred multilingual abilities in a language of SEMI presence (e.g. China Korea Taiwan) is a plus.

Expected travel

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Sales Experience,Crane,Customer Service,Communication skills,Heavy Equipment Operation,Microsoft Word,Case Management,OSHA,Team Management,Catheterization,Microsoft Outlook Calendar,EHS

Employment Type : Temp

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1