Quality Control Specialist

The Quality Control Specialist will support the manufacture of commercial and high reliability InGaAs and Germanium photodetectors. This position involves working in a microelectronics manufacturing environment performing quality related functions including : incoming material inspection, external pre-cap / seal visual inspection, final inspection, simple electrical measurements, documentation review, and data entry. Additionally, the QC Specialist will perform a variety of tasks supporting the overall Quality Management System, such as participating in internal audits, generating, investigating, and closing NC / CAPA reports, evaluating MRB material and RMAs, and managing the calibration program. This full-time, non-exempt role is located in Salem, NH and will report to the Director of Quality; travel may be required (<5% of time) SKILLS & ABILITIES :

• Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret basic blueprints / engineering drawings of individual components and finished assemblies
• Ability to perform : o Low & high-power visual Inspection per MIL-STD-883, Method 2010 o Visual inspection per MIL-STD-883, Method 2017 o Package inspection per MIL-STD-883, Method 2009 o Dimensional inspection of physical attributes using calipers, micrometers, and camera assisted inspection software
• Knowledge of / ability to accurately follow AQL sampling plans
• Participate in maintaining quality system processes (MRB / RMA, CAPA, audit findings)
• Competence to actively manage the calibration system, of internally and externally calibrated equipment o Recall tools and equipment needing calibration o Working with external calibration providers and internal resources to manage the calibration schedule o Update tool and equipment records for location, owner, calibrations performed, and PM o Perform impact studies as needed for out of tolerance tools and equipment
• Problem solving ability with an organized and analytical approach
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to foster collaborative, cross department relationships to prioritize work and meet common objectives
• Possesses the Company values of honesty, integrity, respect, commitment and open to change while modeling the Company Core Principles in all activities
• Familiarity with ESD Controls, Cleanroom Protocols, FOD prevention, and Safe work practices Secondary Skills : o High Power Digital Microscopes o Mechanical Inspection Gauges o Digital Multimeter / Picoammeter o Bond Pull / Die Shear Gauges o Die Shear Testing to MIL-STD-883, Method 2019 o Wire bond Testing to MIL-STD-883, Method 2011 and 2023 o Printed Circuit Inspection to IPC-A-600 o Solder inspection to IPC-A-610 o MRP system knowledge is useful but not required EDUCATION, REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE :
• High school degree, or equivalent
• Manufacturing experience : 3 years PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions contained in this job description. While performing the duties of this position :
• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear, and communicate with peers
• The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
• The employee is required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms
• The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 30 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this position include :
• Close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to;
• Manufacturing environment, which may include moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals (PPE required), and risk of electrical shock
• A moderate to loud work environment Safety glasses, latex or nitrile gloves, finger cots, ESD protection, closed-toed shoes, cleanroom gowning (smock, shoe covers, hairnet / beard net), necessary PPE, and other apparatus as applicable must be worn in designated areas in accordance with our product and personnel safety protocols.GPD Optoelectronics is expanding! Do you have an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement? Do you share the passionate belief that we must always strive to do better? Based out of Salem, NH, our team members are design-oriented, customer-focused, and work hard to engineer custom solutions for every client's needs. If you have an eye for detail and share our passion for the photonics industry, come join our team of professionals who are dedicated to advancing tomorrow's photo detector technology!