Cleanroom Assembler

Ametek, Inc. • Bedford, MA

52d • $50,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assembler will be responsible for the electrical/mechanical assembly and testing of systems and associated components in a cleanroom environment. He or she will ensure that all systems and components meet established specifications per standard operating procedures and/or mandated customer requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, often coupled with vocational training or an associate degree in electronics or a related technical field.
• Strong manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and the ability to work with precision tools and microscopes are crucial.
• Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, patience, focus, and the ability to follow detailed instructions are paramount.
• Good written and verbal communication skills are also important for effective collaboration and documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience operating manual wire bonding equipment and working in a manufacturing or cleanroom environment is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with manual bonding techniques (e.g., ball bonding, wedge bonding, ribbon bonding) and an understanding of different wire materials (e.g., gold, copper, aluminum) and their properties is a plus.
• Experience with bond pull testers and other inspection tools may also be required.

Responsibilities

• Operating manual wire bonding equipment: Setting up, calibrating, and operating manual wire bonders to perform ball bonding, wedge bonding, with meticulous control.
• Precision wire bonding: Carefully manipulating and positioning the work under the bond head, creating the first bond, forming the wire loop, and creating the second bond, all by hand. This requires excellent hand-eye coordination and precision under a microscope.
• Process parameter adjustment: Adjusting bonding parameters (e.g., bonding force, temperature, time, ultrasonic energy levels) as needed.
• Quality control and inspection: Inspecting completed wire bonds under a microscope to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications. Identifying and troubleshooting defects like wire breaks, wire sweep, or non-sticking bonds.
• Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting: Performing routine maintenance on manual wire bonding machines, troubleshooting minor equipment malfunctions, and reporting more complex issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Cleanroom protocols and safety: Adhering to strict cleanroom procedures, electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety protocols, and company policies to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Collaboration: Working closely with engineers, quality assurance technicians, and other assembly team members to ensure smooth production flow and high-quality output.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees