Polish Technican - Lattice
The Partner Companies•Bozeman, MT
•Onsite
About The Position
The Polish Technician is responsible for performing precision polishing and surface finishing of silicon and germanium materials to meet customer and engineering specifications. This role ensures product quality, surface integrity, and compliance with ISO quality standards and ITAR regulations. The position supports production efficiency and continuous improvement in finishing processes. This position may be Day Shift or Swing Shift.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree in manufacturing, materials science, or related field preferred
- Knowledge of polishing, lapping, and surface finishing techniques
- Familiarity with silicon/germanium material properties (preferred)
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Experience with metrology tools and inspection equipment
- Understanding of ISO 9001 quality systems and documentation practices
- Strong attention to detail and quality focus
- Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation
- Strong attention to detail and precision
- Ability to work in a cleanroom or controlled environment
- Team-oriented with strong communication skills
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes
- Accountability and commitment to quality and compliance
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with silicon/germanium material properties (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Perform assigned duties in accordance with documented procedures, work instructions, and quality system requirements
- Execute polishing operations on silicon and germanium substrates, including lapping, fine polishing, and final surface finishing
- Interpret work orders, blueprints, and specifications to meet surface finish, flatness, and dimensional requirements
- Inspect parts using metrology tools (e.g., micrometers, interferometers, profilometers) to verify compliance with specifications
- Maintain cleanliness and proper handling of materials to prevent contamination or damage
- Record production data and inspection results in accordance with ISO documentation requirements
- Identify nonconforming material and follow corrective action procedures
- Maintain equipment, perform routine maintenance, and report issues as needed
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to yield, quality, and throughput
- Follow all safety, EHS, ISO, and ITAR compliance requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
