Precision Assembly and Test Technician

Precision Assembly and Test Technician - This is an on-site position. Preference will be given to local candidates.

Summary

Forge Nano Inc. is a fast-growing materials company with a focus on manufacturing nano-scale coatings across a wide range of markets. Forge Nano is seeking a Precision Assembly and Test Technician to join their Manufacturing Team. This position covers a broad range of duties, including assembling new generation Atomic Layer Deposition equipment, testing equipment, completing documentation, providing continuous improvements, and helping with facility tasks.

The Precision Assembly and Test Technician should be prepared to work in a fast-paced development and prototyping environment. The role requires a detailed oriented individual who is comfortable working with an interdisciplinary manufacturing team.

Skills And Responsibilities

The Precision Assembly/Test Technician may be responsible for tasks and skills such as (non-exhaustive):

• Assembly of semiconductor and object coating process valves (pneumatic and electric actuated)
• Extreme attention to detail and hygiene
• Performs tasks such as drilling, sanding, reaming, polishing, and tapping; uses precision measuring instruments to specified tolerance.
• Follows necessary documentation for procedures, processes, and best-known-methods including work instructions, standard operating procedures, and completing relevant checklists
• Prepares work to be accomplished by studying bills of materials and P&IDs. Gathers parts, sub-assemblies, tools, and materials. Positions and secures components per print location. Verify specifications by measuring completed component
• Operates equipment according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Actively collaborates with other departments to ensure continuous improvement of processes and products.
• Works with engineering team to design, develop, and implement fixtures for valve manufacturing
• Cleanroom experience with associated handling of contamination-sensitive components and required cleaning techniques with microscopic inspection.
• Works directly with management to determine, address, and document the root causes of manufacturing defects/failures
• Performs quality, function, accuracy, and leak tests, and document associated results
• Routinely checks and performs calibration of sensitive instrumentation
• Maintains inventory and serial number archives
• Assists senior technicians in routine tasks
• Maintains a safe work environment and stays OSHA compliant with relevant safety training
  
  

Required Experience And Qualifications

• Associate's degree or Trade School Equivalent
• Experience with hand tools and precision instruments
• Experience with Office Products: Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.
• Experience with techniques, guidelines, policies and procedures in a manufacturing environment.
• Applicable Experience in a STEM Field
• 5 years in Machining, Assembly or Manufacturing Environment
• Experience with vacuum equipment, industrial automation, and industrial fabrication processes are all desirable skillsets.
  
  

Work Environment

Work will predominately be in a manufacturing or office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be around or handling hazardous chemicals, and powders at times. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, steel toe shoes, lab coat, and in the plant a hard hat. Strict adherence to corporate and/or plant policies, rules and regulations in these areas is required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee occasionally will work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Travel

No travel is expected to be required for this position.

Compensation/Benefits

• 65K – 75K
• Medical/dental/vision/disability and life insurance, holidays, PTO, Flexible Spending Account, and 401(k) plan with company match.
  
  

Forge Nano is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by la