Manufacturing Technician I

Attalon, Inc.•Traverse City, MI

2d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Attalon is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join its manufacturing team at its Traverse City, Michigan facility. The role performs detailed assembly work on small components while meeting prescribed quality standards. Work takes place at Attalon’s vertically integrated manufacturing and R&D campus, which includes ISO 7 and ISO 8 cleanrooms and supports production and prototyping of optical, photodetector, and laser technologies. The technician performs electronic and electromechanical assembly, optics and crystal handling and cleaning, and related testing and product preparation. The position follows controlled work instructions, manufacturing procedures, cleanroom policies, and safety requirements; meets production goals and schedules; documents and transacts work; and communicates work status and production issues to the supervisor and relevant personnel. Candidates must meet applicable U.S. export-control requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 2–4 years of experience in the electronics or photonics field.
Familiarity with Oracle, Agile, ISO, and basic computer use.
Experience using digital voltmeters (DVMs), power supplies, and general test equipment.
Experience using hand-soldering equipment.
Good hand-eye coordination.
Knowledge of production concepts such as calibration and quality systems.
Skill in using electronic and optical test and measurement systems.
Initiative and ability to work with others in a team environment.
Ability to maintain a high level of quality in a busy work environment.
Ability to recognize potential problem areas and communicate them to a supervisor.
Must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable regulations or be eligible for authorization under a U.S. government export license.

Nice To Haves

Ability to multitask and switch between tasks at short notice.
Associate degree in a related field.
Cleanroom environment experience.
Lean Manufacturing background.
General understanding of lasers and laser safety.

Responsibilities

Ensure work within the cell is carried out safely, understand relevant risk assessments, and adhere to control measures.
Follow detailed instructions in controlled documentation and manufacturing policies and procedures.
Perform work using a high-power microscope.
Follow cleanroom procedures and policies.
Perform a variety of electronic or electromechanical assembly operations.
Set up and adjust assemblies to meet blueprint tolerances.
Routinely use hand tools, tweezers, ovens, hot plates, crimpers, and microscopes.
Clean and handle optics and crystals.
Clean and fasten optics and mechanical parts using chemical solvents and adhesives.
Follow company procedures for engineering change notices, non-conforming product, customer concerns, and returned goods, and report issues to appropriate personnel.
Maintain a safe work environment while meeting production goals and schedules.
Transact work orders in Oracle and Cumulus systems.
Seek additional tasks for completion when possible.
Monitor in-process parts and communicate with inventory control.
Make minor adjustments to assembly workstations and provide feedback when major adjustments are needed.
Prepare products for shipping by completing documentation and packaging products.
Repair and document returned products for repair.
Communicate work status regularly with the supervisor, several times per week.
Perform other duties as assigned.