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The Quality Inspection & Packaging Technician Supports Production Of Commercial And High-reliability InGaAs And Germanium Photodetectors. This Position Involves Working In a Microelectronics Manufacturing Environment Performing Quality Related Functions Including
Complete incoming, in-process, and final inspections of optoelectronic products and components (visual cosmetic inspection and configuration verification)
Conduct component inspections using microscopes, magnifiers, and other inspection equipment
Verify product dimensions, specifications, and workmanship against drawings, work instructions, and quality standards
Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming materials and products
Report quality issues, defects, and process concerns to supervisors and quality personnel
Support root cause investigations by providing inspection data and observations
Package components for product preservation and pre-shipment
Additionally, the Quality Inspection & Packaging Technician will at times support the Quality team by assisting with incoming inspection of raw materials, simple electrical testing, participating in the internal audit program, facilitating the recall of calibrated equipment, and other related tasks.
This full-time, exempt, office-based role, will report to the Director of Quality, EH&S located at our Salem, NH facility.
Skills & Abilities
Ability to read and follow written work instructions and procedures
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good organizational and communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining quality standards
Participate in maintaining quality system processes (MRB/RMA, CAPA, audit findings)
Problem solving ability with an organized and analytical approach
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to foster collaborative, cross department relationships to prioritize work and meet common objectives
Possesses the Company values of honesty, integrity, respect, commitment and open to change while modeling the Company Core Principles in all activities
SECONDARY SKILLS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions contained in this job description.
While performing the duties of this position:
Safety glasses, latex or nitrile gloves, finger cots, ESD protection, closed-toed shoes, cleanroom gowning (smock, shoe covers, hairnet / beard net), necessary PPE, and other apparatus as applicable must be worn in designated areas in accordance with our product and personnel safety protocols.
GPD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
About GPD
At GPD Optoelectronics, we believe that by operating with integrity and trust we drive constant organizational improvement, which strengthens our relationships with our employees and customers. Customer success remains our highest priority, so we strive to deliver high-quality products on time, and provide unparalleled service, responsiveness, and collaboration.
Founded in 1973 as Germanium Power Devices Corp, we began by making high-quality germanium transistors. Since the early 1980’s we have earned our place as a trusted manufacturer of both germanium and indium gallium arsenide photodiodes. We are located in Salem, NH.
The Quality Inspection & Packaging Technician Supports Production Of Commercial And High-reliability InGaAs And Germanium Photodetectors. This Position Involves Working In a Microelectronics Manufacturing Environment Performing Quality Related Functions Including
Complete incoming, in-process, and final inspections of optoelectronic products and components (visual cosmetic inspection and configuration verification)
Conduct component inspections using microscopes, magnifiers, and other inspection equipment
Verify product dimensions, specifications, and workmanship against drawings, work instructions, and quality standards
Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming materials and products
Report quality issues, defects, and process concerns to supervisors and quality personnel
Support root cause investigations by providing inspection data and observations
Package components for product preservation and pre-shipment
Additionally, the Quality Inspection & Packaging Technician will at times support the Quality team by assisting with incoming inspection of raw materials, simple electrical testing, participating in the internal audit program, facilitating the recall of calibrated equipment, and other related tasks.
This full-time, exempt, office-based role, will report to the Director of Quality, EH&S located at our Salem, NH facility.
Skills & Abilities
Ability to read and follow written work instructions and procedures
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good organizational and communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining quality standards
Participate in maintaining quality system processes (MRB/RMA, CAPA, audit findings)
Problem solving ability with an organized and analytical approach
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to foster collaborative, cross department relationships to prioritize work and meet common objectives
Possesses the Company values of honesty, integrity, respect, commitment and open to change while modeling the Company Core Principles in all activities
SECONDARY SKILLS:
- Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints
- Familiarity with high power digital microscopes
- Use of mechanical inspection gauges, digital multimeter
- Low & highpower visual Inspection per MILSTD883, Method 2010
- Visual inspection per MILSTD883, Method 2017
- Package inspection per MILSTD883, Method 2009
- Dimensional inspection of physical attributes using calipers, micrometers, and camera assisted inspection software
- Familiarity with ESD controls, cleanroom protocols, FOD prevention, and safe work practices
- High school degree, or equivalent
- Manufacturing experience: 3 years
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions contained in this job description.
While performing the duties of this position:
- The employee is regularly required to talk or hear, and communicate with peers
- The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
- The employee is required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
- Close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus
- Manufacturing environment, which may include moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals (PPE required), and risk of electrical shock
- A moderate to loud work environment
Safety glasses, latex or nitrile gloves, finger cots, ESD protection, closed-toed shoes, cleanroom gowning (smock, shoe covers, hairnet / beard net), necessary PPE, and other apparatus as applicable must be worn in designated areas in accordance with our product and personnel safety protocols.
GPD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
About GPD
At GPD Optoelectronics, we believe that by operating with integrity and trust we drive constant organizational improvement, which strengthens our relationships with our employees and customers. Customer success remains our highest priority, so we strive to deliver high-quality products on time, and provide unparalleled service, responsiveness, and collaboration.
Founded in 1973 as Germanium Power Devices Corp, we began by making high-quality germanium transistors. Since the early 1980’s we have earned our place as a trusted manufacturer of both germanium and indium gallium arsenide photodiodes. We are located in Salem, NH.