Technician

Potomac is a distinguished microfabrication company renowned for its expertise in quickly and cost-effectively developing miniature products and bringing them to market. With capabilities spanning micro-machining of polymers, metals, ceramics, and glass, Potomac achieves specifications that surpass traditional manufacturing processes. Goodfellow has successfully completed the acquisition of Potomac Photonics, headquartered in Baltimore, USA. A supplier of high-quality metals and materials, Goodfellow specialises in the research and development sectors with a strong focus on science and industry. Our technical teams have worked on materials that have contributed to scientific breakthroughs in nuclear fusion, the fight against COVID-19, and have been used in probes that have travelled through space as far as Saturn.

Established in London in 1946, Goodfellow now supplies materials globally and holds offices in the UK, France, Germany, USA and China. Today, backed by the prestigious Private Equity firm Battery Ventures, Goodfellow is on an exciting trajectory with a strong mergers and acquisitions strategy and ambitious goals to achieve our growth targets.

https://www.potomac-laser.com/

https://www.goodfellow.com/

https://www.battery.com/company/goodfellow/

The Job:

The manufacturing department is a key element within the customer service proposition. This work provides a critical factor within the supply chain and the attainment of the company's strategic goals globally. You will play a key role in making sure that the customer gets the correct product, to the correct specification, at the right time. Working in an efficient and effective manner, you will deal with a range of product requests, ensuring that they reach the customer in great condition.

Key Responsibilities

• Keeping the work environment safe and tidy.
• Ensuring that all tasks are performed to the required standard and quality to meet both internal and external customer requirements.
• Operate various laser systems according to instructions and training
• Confirming and checking order details.
• Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Flexibility within the team is a key requirement. Must be prepared to work where requested to meet the needs of the customer.
• Identify and communicate opportunities to improve processes in support of efforts to increase standardization, reduce costs, reduce cycle times and improve safety
• Set up and operate equipment to produce products that meet customer specifications.
• Test and inspect parts against requirements.
• Provide training to new and existing staff as needed.

Key Requirements

• Ability to follow verbal and/or written technical instructions.
• Ability to read, understand and follow safety procedures and general instructions
• Attention to detail and quality
• Methodical approach to tasks
• Proactive and positive attitude
• Willingness to take on new ways of working and prepared to be open to flexibility and training into all areas within the production environment.
• Strong communication and team working skills
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred but not essential.
• Flexibility on working various shift patterns / hours within either a days or nights.

Key Expectations

• Detail-oriented, quality and precision-focused
• People-oriented, supportive and fairness-focused
• Team-oriented, cooperative and collaborative
• Positive Attitude

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Rotating weekends

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Halethorpe, MD (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18