TSMC plans to hire more US workers over time
TSMC’s Fab 21 in Arizona, 30 miles from downtown Phoenix, has sparked controversy due to its reliance on over 1,000 skilled workers from Taiwan, which unions argue undercuts promises to create local jobs and raises concerns about labor practices. Approximately half of the fab’s 2,200 employees are from Taiwan, leading to lawsuits over alleged discrimination and cultural differences in workplace norms. The company anticipates increasing local hires as TSMC expands its operations to include advanced nodes like N3, N2, and A16 over the next five years. Still, the need for specialized skills may prompt further reliance on Taiwanese staff for tool installation and ramp-up.
My Take
TSMC’s challenges highlight the critical need for workforce development and cross-cultural integration in advanced manufacturing. While the company has partnered with institutions like Arizona State University and local community colleges to train workers, these efforts have not yet fully bridged the expertise gap needed for cutting-edge nodes like N3, N2, and A16.
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