Laser Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• An associate degree in physics, optics, photonics, electronics technology, mechanical engineering technology, or a similar field of study, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• In-depth knowledge of electronics, optics, or mechanical manufacturing.
• Hands on experience with building, troubleshooting, and repairing electromechanical systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing products and priorities.
• Ability to effectively contribute to a high-energy and highly collaborative environment.
• A high standard for communication and teamwork.
• Competence in maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs on a routine basis with the ability to occasionally lift up to 50lbs, up to 5ft above ground.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in physics or another hard science
• 3 years’ experience in a test or technician role in high tech manufacturing or a similar service organization.
• Experience with building and testing laser systems.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and 5S concepts.
• An understanding of, or previous experience with RF power supplies.
• Experience in handling optics and part of an assembly process.
• Self-motivated and driven to take on and excel in challenging work.

Responsibilities

• Build, test, troubleshoot, and rework/repair electromechanical laser assemblies to production standards independently.
• Take responsibility for ensuring that all lasers meet the highest performance and quality standards.
• Utilize measurement and test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, function generators, multimeters, and network analyzers.
• Regularly report updates and any issues to the production lead to ensure smooth operations and clear communication.
• Work with the production, quality and engineering teams to update and maintain work instructions and data collection/reporting documents.
• Collaborate with other departments to productively address problems and implement solutions.
• Contribute to technical documentation and create reports of the work you do and the problems you solve.
• Perform quality work in a clean room and ESD controlled environment.
• Assist other departments or teams when needed, demonstrating a collaborative and team-oriented mindset to help achieve the overall success of the company.
• Use the ERP system to track jobs and production time.
• Contribute your expertise to continuous improvement and product improvement initiatives.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision
• short- and long-term disability insurance
• life insurance
• 401K with a match
• Flexible spending account
• 17 days of PTO per year
• PTO increases with tenure
• Eight paid holidays
• educational assistance programs
• Fitness reimbursement
• profit sharing
• Stocked kitchen with complimentary snacks
• Focus on work-life balance