What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Technician - II position at FTS, Inc.?
Job Title: Development Technician
Location: Charlotte, NC Area (Midland, NC)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (100% onsite)
Contract Duration: 12 months
Travel: 4-6 weeks of training in Wilmington, NC, with additional travel as needed for meetings or experimentation (~20% travel possible).
Scope of Position:
The Development Technician will work within teams to develop new or improved optical fiber manufacturing equipment and controls, aiming to enhance product attributes and reduce manufacturing costs.
Responsibilities:
- Support teams working on process and equipment improvements or developing new equipment capabilities from concept to prototype to manufacturing demonstration.
- Design, install, and troubleshoot existing manufacturing equipment to enhance capability, enable use for new products, and scale up for increased manufacturing capacity.
- Collaborate with equipment design engineers, processing equipment deployment teams, and manufacturing teams to define and execute testing protocols or experiments.
- Assist in running experiments, interpreting results, and supporting the startup of new equipment.
- Provide training and documentation for the transfer of new processes and equipment.
Required Education and Experience:
- Two-year degree in electrical, mechanical, mechatronics, or a similar technical field (or 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree).
- 2 years of work experience in a technical field.
- Strong troubleshooting skills in process and equipment.
- Mechanical and electrical aptitude.
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
- Strong decision-making and prioritization skills.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills (both written and verbal).
Desired Skills:
- Familiarity with AutoCAD (or similar software).
- Basic understanding of PLCs.
- Experience with computer-based data analysis (e.g., PI).
- Proficiency in using diagnostic testing equipment.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $21
