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Rick Cassidy, chair of TSMC Arizona, stated, “Getting the right talent... during a pandemic was a challenge for building the plant. It’s a complex undertaking.” Notably, the fab is filled with state-of-the-art machinery that operates at the edge of scientific capabilities, with extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography tools requiring intricate setup and calibration.
Learning Curves and Workforce Recruitment
TSMC has employed around 2,000 workers to ensure smooth operation while overcoming labor shortage challenges. The company emphasized the importance of creating a sterile environment to maintain high yields—essential for chip manufacturing. Cassidy notes that yields are expected to align closely with TSMC's standards in Taiwan.