Operator, Assembly

Perform various manual and automated assembly operations in the manufacture of photodiodes and related semiconductor products. These activities are performed in a clean room environment which is temperature and humidity controlled. This position requires you to wear a gown, bouffant, gloves, booties, and safety glasses at times while performing certain duties.

This full-time, non-exempt role will be located in Salem, NH and will report to the Director of Operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Complete detailed and precise mechanical assembly of semiconductor assemblies requiring dexterity in handling small tools and parts.
• Mount, align, and perform inprocess testing to ensure final assemblies meet prescribed specifications.
• Create electrical interconnects using gold wire bonding tools.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and work from assembly drawings, verbal instructions, and engineering sketches.
• Uses precision measuring instruments to ensure conformance with dimensional and electrical specifications and tolerances.
• Work for prolonged periods under stereo zoom microscope.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Attention to detail and above average hand eye coordination is required for this position.
• Must have good manual dexterity and be able to work with small components.
• Ability to use microscopes, screwdrivers tweezers, and other miscellaneous tools.
• Should be knowledgeable about handling and working the various adhesives and epoxies.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision.
• Good communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain a high level of quality awareness by adhering to policies and procedures; guarantees parts meet our quality expectations.

EDUCATION, REQUIREMENTS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to identify, multitask, and resolve multiple priority issues quickly.
• Ability to approach tasks in a detailoriented manner.
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions.
• Semiconductor experience and JSTD001 certified is preferred.
• High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate

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.

While performing the duties of this position;

The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.

Closed-toed shoes should be worn at all times.

Plant environment to include moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The employee will be required to work on small parts with extended periods of micro-scope work at times.

Could include long periods of standing or sitting while performing job functions.

Basic lifting, twisting and reaching capabilities are required to access/process materials with a weightlifting requirement of up to 20 lbs.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include;

Close vision, distance vision, working under micro-scope and the ability to adjust focus.

GPD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

About GPD

At GPD Optoelectronics, we believe that by operating with integrity and trust we drive constant organizational improvement, which strengthens our relationships with our employees and customers. Customer success remains our highest priority, so we strive to deliver high-quality products on time, and provide unparalleled service, responsiveness, and collaboration.

Founded in 1973 as Germanium Power Devices Corp, we began by making high-quality germanium transistors. Since the early 1980’s we have earned our place as a trusted manufacturer of both germanium and indium gallium arsenide photodiodes. We are located in Salem, NH.

About GPD Optoelectronics

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!