Drilling Technician

Advantest•South Plainfield, NJ

About The Position

R&D Circuits, a member company of Advantest America, Inc., is wholly owned by Advantest Corporation, a Tokyo Stock Exchange-listed company. R&D Circuits has been a leader in the printed circuit board industry for over 50 years. The Drilling Technician sets up and operates numerical-control drilling machines to drill holes in printed circuit boards according to specifications. The role includes loading machine programs, reviewing work instructions and technical drawings, aligning and securing PCB panels, maintaining drill bits and equipment, monitoring hole quality, performing inspections, troubleshooting minor issues, and recording production and quality information. The technician also follows safety protocols, collaborates with teammates, and contributes to process improvements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Proficiency in using measuring tools and equipment.
Basic computer skills for operating machine controls.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong work ethic and commitment to safety.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating CNC machines in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate numerical-control drilling machines to drill holes into printed circuit boards according to specifications.
Load program files containing programmed commands into the machine or enter commands to retrieve programmed control data.
Review setup instructions, blueprints, and work orders to determine drilling requirements and machine settings.
Load and unload PCB panels onto drilling machines, ensuring proper alignment and securing them.
Maintain drill bits and replace worn or damaged ones to ensure optimal performance and hole quality.
Monitor the drilling process to ensure the quality of holes.
Perform quality control checks using measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
Troubleshoot and resolve minor issues with drilling equipment or processes.
Maintain and clean drilling equipment regularly.
Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient production flow.
Maintain accurate records of production output, machine settings, and quality inspection results.
Identify opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce defects as part of process improvement initiatives.