Assembly Technician III at Thorlabs

The position assembles/ fabricates any or all of the following: semiconductor material, electronic components, subassemblies, products or systems by performing work assignments that are routine in nature where judgment is required. Although the location of the position is in Jessup, MD, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations. 

Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:

• Reads work orders, follows production drawing and sample assemblies
• Positions and aligns parts in specified relationship to each other.
• Assembles components and devices from multiple elements including semiconductor devices, ceramic submounts, optical elements (lenses, isolators, …), electrical elements (resistors, capacitors, thermistors, thermoelectric coolers, …), etc.
• Performs    /intermediate/advance assembly tasks (cleaning, epoxy bonding, fiber attachment, seam sealing, device and component testing, final packaging, etc.).
• Performs failure analysis and works with engineering staff to remedy problems and improve processes.
• Tends machines used in the assembly and testing of components and devices.
• Adjusts or trims materials from components to achieve specified electrical or dimensional characteristics.
• Performs online go-no-go testing and inspection to ensure parts and assemblies meet production specifications and standards.
• Maintains throughput as directed by the supervisor
• Communicates production issues to the supervisor
• Cross-train on various functions to provide flexibility and support across production operations.
• Able to work independently with little supervision while maintaining high quality output.
• Trains and mentors Assembly Technicians.
• Performs non-standard production operations and assists in prototype assembly.

In addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for:

• Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
• Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Physical Activities:

The employees must grasp, manipulate, or assemble parts and components that are often very small. As a result, they should have a steady hand and good hand-eye coordination. Work may be sedentary, could stand or sit for long durations and/or perform repetitious work at times.  Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.  Must have the ability to work in a clean-room environment with hazardous chemicals, compressed gases, lasers and high voltage on a regular basis, use personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, respirators, gloves and aprons.

Qualifications

Experience:

• 7+ years’ experience in similar position, preferred, or other manufacturing/ technical environment.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)
• Associate degree will be a plus

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Basic Math skills are required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision in a collaborative, team environment and comply with high quality standards.
• Must work well in problem solving situations, demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, complete tasks correctly and on time.
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to shift from one task to another to address changing production priorities.
• Understanding of ESD and best practice in a production environment

Other:

• Follow clean room protocol