Pros
- Top-notch technology in dry etch - Market share leader - Highly-qualified, motivated work force - Heavy R&D investment - Competitive salary and top benefits in semi-tool industry of the Bay Area - Practices business in an ethical way - Support to employee's day-to-day life is outstanding (Help Desk, HR, IT, Benefits, lab supplies, Logistics, laptop, iPhone/BB, etc.)
Cons
- Very often it is stressful to meet customer's demo requirements (Specs and timelines) - Need to invest more on metrology tools (SEM, CD-SEM, etc.) to cut down queue time for engineers - Compared to other semi-tool companies, although Lam had relatively less lay-off's but still had laid-off people during 08/09 downturn - Middle and 1st-line managers are mostly promoted from technical positions. They are lack of good interpersonal skills. Need to offer them effective training