This is an exciting time to join EMCORE Corporation as we continue our fast-paced growth to becoming the leading provider of advanced Mixed-Signal Optics and MEMS-based products that provide the foundation for today’s leading-edge aerospace, broadband, inertial navigation, & defense systems.

At EMCORE, we welcome forward thinking and continuously challenging existing processes and methodology. We especially want to host a creative culture for all to learn and grow. If you are resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic high growth environment, then you belong with us.  (www.emcore.com)

Emcore in Concord, CA is seeking an entry level Mechanical Assembler I position for our first shift in our Quartz MEMS Division, Monday to Friday, 6:30 am to 3 pm, with occasional OT. Are you comfortable and enjoy working with small hand and jeweler’s type tools, microscope, and soldering tools frequently throughout your workday? 

Starting wage is $20 per hour and this is a FT, permanent position. We offer a full benefit package with employee and immediate family eligibility within your 2^nd month of employment. If you are searching for stability and long-term employment, with opportunities to grow your career in manufacturing assembly, please apply with Emcore today.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Mechanical assembly.
• Mounting quartz forks to bases under a microscope.
• Fork balancing.
• Wire Bonding.
• Laser trimming.
• Loading and unloading ovens.
• Soldering.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Manufacturing assembly and soldering experience preferred.
• Able to be at a workstation for extended periods of time, during each scheduled shift.
• Trainable, willing to learn and take direction, eager to learn and grow.
• Able to work independently and as a team.
• Responsible and dependable.

Desired Skills and Characteristics:

• Entry Level experience or higher.
• Microscope work experience preferred.
• Fine hand dexterity, experience using small hand tools preferred.
• Ability to follow documentation (Travelers, Station Instructions, MPS etc.).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal and emotional intelligence.

Minimum Education Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

*As a federal contractor, we are required to have all candidates pass a criminal background check and a multi-panel drug screening, prior to starting employment.

*ITAR REQUIREMENTS: Separate from employment eligibility (Form I-9), U.S. export license requirements may apply before the Company can provide certain non-“U.S. persons” with access to specific technology, software and hardware that may be necessary for a position. As such, this position may require ITAR or EAR clearance.

EMCORE Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.