Fortifying domestic supply chain resilience:
Amkor’s commitment to a robust American semiconductor ecosystem
The establishment of Amkor’s next factory in Arizona stems from the US CHIPS Act initiative to strengthen domestic semiconductor supply chains. After evaluating multiple states, we selected Peoria, Arizona, due to its strategic advantages, including proximity to TSMC (the world’s largest silicon foundry). This location enables us to create a robust ecosystem alongside TSMC, Intel, and other industry leaders, leveraging shared educational resources, supplier networks, and technical services.
Located within Five North at Vistancia in Peoria, the facility will specialize in advanced packaging and test technologies for artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, mobile applications, communications, and the automotive and industrial sectors.
Featuring high automation for optimized cycle times and cost competitiveness, it will provide rapid yield feedback to US wafer fabrication plants. Phase 1 will employ approximately 1,300 workers, with a full build-out reaching 2 million square feet and 2,000 employees.
We understand the critical importance of recruiting, training, and retaining a diverse and skilled workforce to fill the jobs needed to operate our advanced packaging facility. Amkor provides training programs for operators, guiding new employees through orientation, basic training, manufacturing line training, certification, and ongoing on-the-job training.
Through established partnerships with several educational institutions, we will leverage existing programs and incorporate our specific needs to ensure access to a qualified stream of people, which will benefit both the community and our organization.
We expect to enable apprenticeship programs so future graduates can go to school and have internships concurrently in our factory, work with a mentor, and learn equipment operation and maintenance. Our team is partnering with local, state and city workforce development boards, commissions, advisory boards and the Arizona Department of Education to create pathways for students and adults to our industry.
Our workforce comprises professionals from various educational backgrounds and disciplines, creating a well-balanced technical environment where diverse perspectives drive innovation and excellence.
Engineering Positions
We seek candidates with bachelor’s degrees in materials science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering and related fields. Our engineering team benefits from this diverse technical background, enhancing problem-solving capabilities and decision-making processes.
Technical Roles
Technicians with associate degrees in process technology, maintenance, testing and related technical fields are critical to our operations. These skilled professionals ensure the smooth functioning of our advanced manufacturing processes.
Manufacturing Operations
Our operators, typically with high school diplomas and specialized training, play an essential role in maintaining production excellence and efficiency throughout our facilities.
Manufacturing Support
These varied positions require bachelor’s degrees across numerous disciplines. Team members in facilities management, procurement, supply chain, planning, customer service, and quality assurance provide the infrastructure that enables our technical operations to succeed.
2025
- Preliminary site plan submittal
- Bids and permitting
- Construction of Phase 1 is expected to begin in the second half of 2025 and continue through mid-2027
2026
- Recruiting and hiring of our workforce, including, but not limited to, engineers, technicians and operators to ensure a ready team in preparation for production
2027
- Tool installation, line verification, and qualification
2028
- Production is expected to start in the early part of the year
Beyond
- Phase 2 timing is dependent upon customer demand
Amkor Technology Arizona and green manufacturing
Our stated ESG mission is to pursue agile and dependable manufacturing that drives sustainable practices, aligns with our core values of reliability and trust and maintains our commitments to our communities, customers, suppliers, employees, business partners and shareholders.
At Amkor Technology, we are deeply committed to the communities we serve and the environment we share. By adhering to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), we have established ambitious, verified goals that demonstrate our dedication to sustainable manufacturing. We’re actively working to reduce our absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030, with an ultimate target of achieving net zero emissions by 2050.
Our environmental strategy aligns with leading industry standards through our participation in the Responsible Business Alliance, and Responsible Mineral Initiative, and compliance with Sustainability Accounting Standards Board guidelines. Beyond emissions, we’ve set concrete goals to reduce water usage and waste generation by 20% by 2030, and we proudly support the City of Peoria’s initiatives to maximize water reclamation. These science-based commitments reflect our holistic approach to environmental stewardship and our responsibility to both our local community and the global ecosystem. Discover more about our ESG mission!
At our new Peoria facility, Amkor is implementing comprehensive water management strategies that reflect our deep commitment to environmental stewardship and community responsibility. We’ve designed our operations to limit water consumption to a maximum of 1.9 million gallons per day, with at least 80% coming from reclaimed sources. Our facility will feature a state-of-the-art industrial wastewater pretreatment program that adheres to all federal, state, and municipal requirements, building on our extensive experience with wastewater management across our global operations.
We’re investing in advanced purification systems that enable us to use reclaimed water in our semiconductor assembly processes, demonstrating our dedication to conservation in water-sensitive Arizona. Furthermore, we’ve established a collaborative partnership with the City of Peoria to continuously improve wastewater processing techniques, ensuring that water can be effectively recycled within our operations. This approach not only minimizes our environmental footprint but also supports the long-term sustainability of water resources in the community we’re proud to join.
Amkor is committed to being a good neighbor to Peoria residents through responsible noise management at our new facility. While Peoria city code permits sound levels up to 80 dBA during daytime hours (6:00 AM-10:00 PM) and 70 dBA overnight (10:00 PM-6:00 AM) when measured at property boundaries, we’re setting a much higher standard. Based on measurements from our largest existing facility, which registers only 44-59 dB—significantly below local requirements—residents can expect minimal noise disruption from our operations.
This careful attention to sound levels demonstrates our respect for the community’s quality of life and our dedication to creating a manufacturing environment that harmoniously coexists with surrounding neighborhoods. Our proactive approach to noise mitigation reflects Amkor’s broader commitment to responsible corporate citizenship and environmental stewardship in all the communities where we operate.
Career opportunities
As one of the most important semiconductor packaging pioneers and the leader in the OSAT (Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test) market, Amkor is relied on by the world’s biggest semiconductor companies to bring their designs to completion. We are seeking top talent to join our Arizona team, where innovation and manufacturing excellence converge in America’s semiconductor corridor.
Amkor Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Summary:
Amkor Technology Arizona is looking for a Proficient English-to-Korean translator and interpreter. This contract role will support Amkor’s new Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) factory/site in Peoria, AZ.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide English-Korean translation and interpretation support within Amkor Technology
- Perform simultaneous interpretation of meeting and conference materials
- Attend and support overseas project meetings
- Interpret for presentation materials, related documents and various written materials
- Coordinate the receipt and delivery of official government documents and support other related office tasks
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant translation and interpretation experience in English-Korean languages
- Demonstrated proficiency in translation and interpretation
- Native-level language skills in written and verbal formats
- Local and resident of Arizona
- No restrictions on overseas travel
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental, or Fire Protection Engineering
- Experience in translation and interpretation at local construction sites in the United States
Location:
This role will initially work in our Tempe, AZ, Global Headquarters location but will later transition to our new factory location in Peoria, AZ. This position will be onsite but will have flexibility for remote work on occasion.
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Job Summary:
The Director, State Government Affairs, will manage and oversee the company’s interactions with state and local government entities in Arizona. This role involves developing and implementing strategies to advance the company’s public policy goals, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and maintaining strong relationships with government officials, agencies, and local communities. The ideal candidate will deeply understand the semiconductor industry, government affairs, and public policy and report to the Vice President, Legal Compliance and Regulatory Affairs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement state government relations and public policy strategies that align with the company’s objectives
- Monitor and analyze state legislation and regulations that impact the semiconductor industry and the company’s operations
- Represent the company before state government bodies, agencies, and officials
- Build and maintain relationships with state government officials, industry associations, and advocacy groups
- Advise the company’s leadership on potential political risks and opportunities
- Coordinate with internal teams to respond to government inquiries and audits
- Ensure the company’s compliance with all relevant state lobbying laws and regulations
- Communicate the company’s public policy positions to internal and external stakeholders
- Collaborate with other stakeholders to align state and federal strategies
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, or a related field)
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or a related field
- Strong understanding of the semiconductor industry and its regulatory environment
- Proven track record of successfully managing government relations and public policy initiatives
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to analyze complex legislative and regulatory issues and develop strategic responses
- Strong network of contacts within Arizona state government, local governments and relevant industry associations
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- High ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism
- The desire, motivation, and ability to make a difference in maintaining Amkor’s reputation for reliability, trust, honesty and ethical business behavior
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the multicultural organization
Ability to build productive, long-term relationships inside and outside the organization - Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations discreetly
- Strong project management skills
Location:
This position is located in Tempe, Arizona and has a hybrid schedule. Candidates must reside near the local Amkor office or be willing to relocate to be considered.
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