Manufacturing test technician job description
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Manufacturing test technician requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in manufacturing test technician job postings.
Sample manufacturing test technician requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing test.
- Proficient in test and measurement equipment.
- Knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
- Familiarity with safety standards.
Sample required manufacturing test technician soft skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexible and adaptable to change.
Manufacturing test technician job description example 1
Infinera manufacturing test technician job description
Infinera is the global supplier of innovative networking solutions. Our customers include the leading service providers, data center operators, internet content providers (ICPs), cable operators, enterprises, and government agencies worldwide, including 9 of the top 10 Tier 1 service providers and 6 of the top 7 ICPs. We design, develop and deliver hardware and software for fiber-based connectivity solutions that span access, aggregation, metro, long haul, and submarine network. Our industry-leading, trendsetting edge-to-core solutions provide the foundation for many of the world's largest and most demanding networks that generate billions in service revenue for our customers.
Title: PIC Manufacturing Test Technician
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Summary
Individual contributor technician position responsible for building and maintaining optical device characterization systems during the pilot production and manufacturing phases of photonic integrated circuits
Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities
Full tool maintenance responsibilities for multiple device characterization test stations, including station build, quality control using statistical process control, standard maintenance, and custom troubleshooting and repair Work with the engineering team to implement hardware enhancements Work with operations team to develop and transfer operational procedures Responsible for tool quality and availability and supporting production
Education / Experience
Two-year College AA degree / trade school certificates and 3 ~5 years direct manufacturing test experiences in photonics, or laser-optics, or optical network, or semiconductor industry;or B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or Applied Physics
Knowledge / Skills /Abilities
Experiences in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated test equipment Strong work ethic and commitment to quality are essential Ability to work within a team environment is essential Working knowledge of statistical process control and station repeatability metrics / methodologies is preferred Working knowledge of standard passive and active optical device characterization is preferred
Please note that Infinera has adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees. As a condition of employment, our employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless a reasonable accommodation for a medical/disability or religious basis is approved or as otherwise required by law. Candidates are not required to and must not furnish proof of vaccination or request an accommodation during the application process. Candidates will be required to do so only after a job offer has been extended and prior to their start date if they accept the job offer. A person is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 if the person has received one dose of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine and two weeks have passed since receiving the final dose of the vaccine.
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Infinera is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Infinera complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
Title: PIC Manufacturing Test Technician
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Summary
Individual contributor technician position responsible for building and maintaining optical device characterization systems during the pilot production and manufacturing phases of photonic integrated circuits
Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities
Full tool maintenance responsibilities for multiple device characterization test stations, including station build, quality control using statistical process control, standard maintenance, and custom troubleshooting and repair Work with the engineering team to implement hardware enhancements Work with operations team to develop and transfer operational procedures Responsible for tool quality and availability and supporting production
Education / Experience
Two-year College AA degree / trade school certificates and 3 ~5 years direct manufacturing test experiences in photonics, or laser-optics, or optical network, or semiconductor industry;or B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or Applied Physics
Knowledge / Skills /Abilities
Experiences in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated test equipment Strong work ethic and commitment to quality are essential Ability to work within a team environment is essential Working knowledge of statistical process control and station repeatability metrics / methodologies is preferred Working knowledge of standard passive and active optical device characterization is preferred
Please note that Infinera has adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees. As a condition of employment, our employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless a reasonable accommodation for a medical/disability or religious basis is approved or as otherwise required by law. Candidates are not required to and must not furnish proof of vaccination or request an accommodation during the application process. Candidates will be required to do so only after a job offer has been extended and prior to their start date if they accept the job offer. A person is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 if the person has received one dose of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine and two weeks have passed since receiving the final dose of the vaccine.
#LI-SR2
Infinera is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Infinera complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
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Manufacturing test technician job description example 2
L3Harris manufacturing test technician job description
Under limited supervision conducts functional test and troubleshooting of Printed Wiring Assemblies, subassemblies and modules. Trouble shoots problems to component level. Utilizes general testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, AC/DC clamp on ammeters, HiPot testers and custom made test fixtures and test consoles. In the absence of established procedures, confers with others.
Essential Functions:
+ Test and troubleshoot complex Printed Wiring Assemblies, Subassemblies and Modules using Functional Test Procedures.
+ Test and troubleshoot equipment returned for repair.
+ Use Depot instructions and documentation to effect repair.
+ Identify non-conforming material and initiates Material Discrepancy Report to initiate disposition of non-re-workable items.
+ Program and verify programmable integrated circuits using approved procedures and Quality Assurance software.
+ Identify and initiate changes to test documents using a Quality Test Change Request.
+ Document rework required using rework tags and rework shop orders.
+ Document information for failure analysis using the Failure Reporting and Corrective Action System and Failure Analysis Reports.
+ Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
+ Must be able to work well with interdepartmental personnel.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Must be able to read and understand Engineering Orders, Quality procedures, Test procedures, operating instructions, drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
+ Must have a working knowledge of computers.
+ A working knowledge of Microsoft Windows is a plus.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Requires developing job knowledge/skills. Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Essential Functions:
+ Test and troubleshoot complex Printed Wiring Assemblies, Subassemblies and Modules using Functional Test Procedures.
+ Test and troubleshoot equipment returned for repair.
+ Use Depot instructions and documentation to effect repair.
+ Identify non-conforming material and initiates Material Discrepancy Report to initiate disposition of non-re-workable items.
+ Program and verify programmable integrated circuits using approved procedures and Quality Assurance software.
+ Identify and initiate changes to test documents using a Quality Test Change Request.
+ Document rework required using rework tags and rework shop orders.
+ Document information for failure analysis using the Failure Reporting and Corrective Action System and Failure Analysis Reports.
+ Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
+ Must be able to work well with interdepartmental personnel.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Must be able to read and understand Engineering Orders, Quality procedures, Test procedures, operating instructions, drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and specifications.
+ Must have a working knowledge of computers.
+ A working knowledge of Microsoft Windows is a plus.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Requires developing job knowledge/skills. Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
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Manufacturing test technician job description example 3
ASML Holding manufacturing test technician job description
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Introduction to the job
Performs sub-system assembly, optical alignment, functional test, equipment calibration, station setup and process development support. Assists in recommending changes in design, methods, and procedures to enhance product quality.
Role and responsibilities
Uses standardized tools and electronic equipment (i.e., torque wrenches, electric and pneumatic screwdrivers and ball drivers, lifting equipment, computers, oscilloscopes) to assemble/install/remove or perform testing and troubleshooting.
Assists in performing a variety of moderately complex technical service/support duties requiring specialized knowledge (i.e., sub-assembly, assembly, build, test, R&D, QA).
May utilize functional area databases to run reports and analyze/trend data;Assists in making recommendations to management in order to meet production needs.
May interface with engineers to support special tests and experiments with detailed instructions.
Documents and monitors safety or security violations critical to product quality or operations.
May use specialized test equipment such as leak testing, Hi - Pot and alignment instruments.
Troubleshoots failures with pressurized Gas, and Water sytems with Helium.
Reads and understands business documents such as Bill of Materials, routing sheets, inventory records and work instructions.
Uses cleaning cloths with Acetone, Methanol, and Isopropyl alcohol to wipe surfaces prior to shipping product.
Maintains a clean work area, and is responsible for designated tools (routine maintenance and calibration).
Installs electrical connectors to modules.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and experience
Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Requires a minimum of two (2) years related work experience.
Associate's Degree in technical or scientific field is highly desired.
Experience in using all electronic/pneumatic tools preferred.
Experience with Automated Testing Equipment, LabVIEW preferred.
Ability to read and interpret schematics/drawings.
Basic understanding of laser systems is preferred.
Ability to apply knowledge of Company policies and technical skills in support of multiple products, services and components.
Electrical/ electronic background.
Ability to troubleshoot, identify and correct problems in complex software-driven electronic systems (not circuit-board troubleshooting).
Familiarity with cleanroom protocol is preferred.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles preferred.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, basic algebra.
Good proficiency with a wide variety of tools and equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, voltage and current probes, multi-meters, chart recorders, Mensors, and Helium Sniffers).
Skills
Working at the cutting edge of tech, you'll always have new challenges and new problems to solve - and working together is the only way to do that. You won't work in a silo. Instead, you'll be part of a creative, dynamic work environment where you'll collaborate with supportive colleagues. There is always space for creative and unique points of view. You'll have the flexibility and trust to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems.
To thrive in this job, you'll need the following skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Requires general computer skills and knowledge.
Diversity & Inclusion
ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
Other information
EOE AA M/F/Veteran/Disability
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Other job categories
Introduction to the job
Performs sub-system assembly, optical alignment, functional test, equipment calibration, station setup and process development support. Assists in recommending changes in design, methods, and procedures to enhance product quality.
Role and responsibilities
Uses standardized tools and electronic equipment (i.e., torque wrenches, electric and pneumatic screwdrivers and ball drivers, lifting equipment, computers, oscilloscopes) to assemble/install/remove or perform testing and troubleshooting.
Assists in performing a variety of moderately complex technical service/support duties requiring specialized knowledge (i.e., sub-assembly, assembly, build, test, R&D, QA).
May utilize functional area databases to run reports and analyze/trend data;Assists in making recommendations to management in order to meet production needs.
May interface with engineers to support special tests and experiments with detailed instructions.
Documents and monitors safety or security violations critical to product quality or operations.
May use specialized test equipment such as leak testing, Hi - Pot and alignment instruments.
Troubleshoots failures with pressurized Gas, and Water sytems with Helium.
Reads and understands business documents such as Bill of Materials, routing sheets, inventory records and work instructions.
Uses cleaning cloths with Acetone, Methanol, and Isopropyl alcohol to wipe surfaces prior to shipping product.
Maintains a clean work area, and is responsible for designated tools (routine maintenance and calibration).
Installs electrical connectors to modules.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and experience
Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Requires a minimum of two (2) years related work experience.
Associate's Degree in technical or scientific field is highly desired.
Experience in using all electronic/pneumatic tools preferred.
Experience with Automated Testing Equipment, LabVIEW preferred.
Ability to read and interpret schematics/drawings.
Basic understanding of laser systems is preferred.
Ability to apply knowledge of Company policies and technical skills in support of multiple products, services and components.
Electrical/ electronic background.
Ability to troubleshoot, identify and correct problems in complex software-driven electronic systems (not circuit-board troubleshooting).
Familiarity with cleanroom protocol is preferred.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles preferred.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, basic algebra.
Good proficiency with a wide variety of tools and equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, voltage and current probes, multi-meters, chart recorders, Mensors, and Helium Sniffers).
Skills
Working at the cutting edge of tech, you'll always have new challenges and new problems to solve - and working together is the only way to do that. You won't work in a silo. Instead, you'll be part of a creative, dynamic work environment where you'll collaborate with supportive colleagues. There is always space for creative and unique points of view. You'll have the flexibility and trust to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems.
To thrive in this job, you'll need the following skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Requires general computer skills and knowledge.
Diversity & Inclusion
ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
Other information
EOE AA M/F/Veteran/Disability
Need to know more about applying for a job at ASML? Read our frequently asked questions.
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Updated March 14, 2024