Manufacturing Technician

SLD Laser, a world leader in commercialization of gallium nitride (GaN) based laser light sources, was acquired by KYOCERA Corporation and has commenced operations as a wholly owned subsidiary and group company of KYOCERA Corporation under the name KYOCERA SLD Laser, Inc. (KSLD). KSLD is commercializing a new generation of gallium nitride-based laser light sources. KSLD’s high luminance LaserLightTM sources are utilized in a myriad of applications including automotive & mobility, specialty & portable lighting, entertainment & outdoor, projection & AR/VR displays, biomedical instrumentation & therapeutics, and industrial imaging & material processing.

The company is ISO 9001 certified and automotive compliant to IATF 16949, and operates facilities in Santa Barbara, CA and in Fremont, CA. KSLD’s high luminance LaserLightTM sources are UL and IEC safety certified. The company has also been named Fortune’s "Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production," having promoted an employee-centric corporate culture since its founding

KSLD will continue to pioneer the future of light by developing, manufacturing and marketing innovative laser-based products with high efficiency and luminance for mobility, specialty lighting, consumer, and industrial applications.

To learn more about KSLD, visit www.kyocera-sldlaser.com or contact the company at info@kyocera-sldlaser.com or 1-866-753-5273.
Experience and Skills:

Job Description

The Manufacturing Technician role involves ensuring efficient and high-quality production of goods, adherence to safety standards to achieve production goals. The Manufacturing Technician will collaborate with engineering and quality teams to implement process improvements and maintain operational efficiency.

Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for production including daily production delivery plan, production cost, (FTT) first time yield, safety, and quality targets.
• Responsible for performing routine maintenance, calibration, and repairs on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensure proper setup and operation of manufacturing tools and equipment.
• Maintain high product quality, safety and yield while ensuring optimal cost, use of resources and adherence to best safety practices.
• Identifying faults and troubleshooting wherever possible.
• Support upgrades, new product, and material introductions by supporting design teams, creating process plans, tracking budget costs and project schedules and developing countermeasures for timely completion of project goals.
• Drive high quality standards in everything we do such as process control systems, monitoring key product metrics, consistency in documentation, and 5S initiatives.
• Develop and deliver continuous improvement initiatives in safety, environmental, quality, cost, efficiency, and productivity objectives.
• Provide feedback to management on issues, benchmark other organizations for best practices.
• Collaborate across boundaries for the best outcome by working with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Engineering, and Test and Quality departments.

Experience and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in electronics, engineering, or related technical field preferred.
• 3-5 years’ experience in high-volume, high-speed manufacturing
• Must be willing to work from 6.00am to 6.00pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and every other Wednesday.
• Ability to work with minimum guidance in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Great organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must be able to work a compressed workweek.
• Must have hands on experience in semiconductor processing.
• Ability to work well under pressure, manage competing demands and meet tight deadlines with strong follow-through.
• Ability to foster a close working relationship with team members and management.
• The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, self-motivated, well organized, and able to proactively communicate with all employees and works well in a fast-paced multi-cultural environment.
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills
• A strong sense of urgency and drive

The full-time salary range for the Manufacturing Technician position is $32.00 to $37.00 per hour. The range reflects the minimum and maximum possible base salary for new hires for the role, based on the advertised location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training. For more information about the base salary range applicable to the work location, talk to the recruiter.

Kyocera SLD Laser, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements of personnel as classified.
Job Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

From: KYOCERA SLD Laser, Inc