Cathode Technician

Position Title: Cathode Technician

Department: Coater Process Department

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5:45 AM – 2:15 PM (Mandatory overtime during scheduled maintenance periods)

Position Overview

We are seeking a versatile and dependable technician to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys firsthand work, has strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, and thrives in a team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities 

Media Blasting Duties:

• Operate and maintain media blasting equipment to clean and prepare metal parts.
• Maintain sand/media hopper with clean blasting material.
• Document repairs and maintenance activities.
• Track inventory and ensure timely ordering of parts.
• Keep work area clean and organized daily.
• Follow timekeeping procedures and lunch break policies.

Cathode Maintenance Duties:

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair large-area coater systems and supporting infrastructure (vacuum, power, cooling, control)
• Service rotary and planar cathodes used in magnetron-assisted PVD processes.
• Perform preventive maintenance, including extended shifts during scheduled clean-out days.
• Safely use industrial tools and material handling equipment
• Generate maintenance reports using basic office software.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet production goals.

 Required Qualifications

• High standards for safety, quality, and professionalism
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks (bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, standing, stretching, pulling, pushing)
• Proficient in English (reading, writing, and verbal communication)
• Experience maneuvering heavy parts with or without assistance.
• Skilled in using hand tools and maintaining equipment safely.

Preferred Attributes

• Self-starter with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.