Manufacturing Technician, Fiber Draw

Lightera • Avon, CT

6d

About The Position

LIGHTERA has one of the longest and most respectable corporate lineages in
American business, which goes back to Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of
the telephone more than a century ago.  We have a proven track record of being
first in the industry with application specific fibers, optical connectors,
ribbon cables, erbium doped fibers, Raman fiber lasers, fiber gratings and
more.  Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by
designing, manufacturing and supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable and
components, and assemblies for our customers, with exceptional service that
creates value for our shareholders, customers and employees.  To do so, we must
continue shaping the future of communications by applying the best minds to the
challenges our customers will continually face.

We’re looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Technicians who enjoy cutting-edge
technology, troubleshooting, and being part of a tight-knit team.  Our Fiber
Draw departments’ 1st, 2nd & 3rd shifts are looking to expand to help support
our business growth in Avon, CT. Lightera provides the necessary training to
allow for growth in the role, and invests in your future. We pride ourselves on
our constant drive towards safety, quality, continuous improvement and
commitment to our customers’ needs.

This position is responsible for product flow using prints, recipes, and
workmanship standards to ensure engineering and quality specifications are met.
Be a critical part of the team making precision material used in aerospace,
defense, and medical industries.

Requirements

• AS or High School Diploma required.  Additional education or technical training preferred.
• 1-3 years of Manufacturing Experience
• Technical or mechanical background, or interest.
• Willing and able to train and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and convey work instructions.
• Ability to read drawings to ensure that product meets customer specifications.
• Must have good math skills (strong understanding of fractions, decimals, metrics, formulas, and the ability to do simple conversions and calculations using a calculator).
• Basic computer skills required.

Nice To Haves

• Extrusion or optical fiber cable experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• The set-up and operation of fiber draw towers for manufacturing of specialty fiber optic products.
• Review work orders, materials, specifications and process requirements.
• Follow Lightera Personnel Policies & Safety Procedures and ISO guidelines. Ensure all chemicals used in fiber manufacturing processes are handled, labeled and disposed of according to procedure. Promptly inform the Supervisor or safety manager of any safety concerns.
• Participate in improvement initiatives to meet department goals and/or business objective
• Support process engineering developing and documenting new or revised process conditions as assigned.  Coordinate efforts to correct equipment/process problems in order to minimize down-time and maximize efficiency and yield.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work area where applicable (6S).  Seek opportunities for, and support, continuous improvement efforts, both individually and departmentally.
• Notify support personnel of equipment/process problems in a timely manner in order to minimize unplanned down time.
• Support all production processes, other departments or jobs, and other operators, based on the needs of the business.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries, with an 8% premium on 2nd shift, and 12% premium on 3rd
• Generous benefits programs, including health, dental, vision and well-being.
• Company-sponsored 401(k) plan with a generous match and no vesting period.
• Tuition assistance, on-the-job training and opportunities for growth and advancement. We promote from within.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program and paid holidays.
• PPE, safety eyeglass and shoe allowance.
• Consistent shifts and schedules.
• Clean, climate-controlled, modern facility with state of the art equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED