Drilling Technician
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 into printed circuit boards according to specifications. The role involves reviewing setup instructions, blueprints, and work orders; loading program files or entering commands to retrieve programmed control data; loading and aligning PCB panels; monitoring production and hole quality; and performing quality checks. The technician also maintains equipment, troubleshoots minor issues, keeps production and inspection records, follows safety protocols, collaborates with team members, 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 machine program files 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, ensuring proper alignment and secure placement.
- Maintain drill bits and replace worn or damaged bits.
- Monitor the drilling process and the quality of drilled 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 regularly clean drilling equipment.
- Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Collaborate with team members to support 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.
Benefits
- 13 paid holidays.
- FTO and company benefits starting from the hire date.
- Employee Recognition Program.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Job-focused tuition assistance after a 90-day evaluation period.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
