Mechanical Manufacturing Technician III {D}

Position Overview (Summary / Objective) :

As part of our Danbury Operations team, the Manufacturing Technician III will have an exciting opportunity to utilize their mechanical aptitude and assembly skills within a manufacturing production facility. Working with high precision glass, mechanical and electrical products, this individual will have the opportunity to work hands-on within a growing and evolving environment.

Responsibilities :

• Mechanical and assembly processes by reading blueprints and working hands-on from assembly drawings.
• Following standard work instructions to assemble components for assigned programs including optical or electro-optical components as well as circuit card assemblies.
• Work with micrometers, calipers, multi meters, and other measuring tools.
• Cross-training within the department to learn other skills and work processes.
• Assisting in maintaining productivity and efficiency, while meeting scheduled delivery dates and consistently upholding compliance.
• Reading and understanding Material Safety Data Sheets in handling hazardous chemicals.
• Multitasking on various production assemblies and repairs.
• Fabricate hardware, equipment, tools or prototypes from drawing or sketches.
• Identify and effectively troubleshoot minor process, material, designs, or equipment.
• Precision Cleaning, Branson Ultrasonic Cleaner, Laser Particle Counter.

Basic Qualifications :

High school or equivalent

Location :

located onsite at our facility in Danbury, CT . Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We're close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities - great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

What We Offer :

EHS / Environmental Requirements :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions, operate tools and / or machinery with hands and arms and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. The employee will use protective equipment to work with chemicals, move between workstations, reach, and replace equipment, and move items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements :

Due to contract requirements, US citizenship is required. Additionally, if you are a dual citizen (a citizen of the US and another country), the Company must obtain approval for you to have access to the information required for this position. You will not be able to begin employment until such approval is obtained and this may take several months.

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.

ARKA is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Salary : $25,000