Manufacturing Technician III

WHO WE ARE:

Hine Automation designs and manufactures vacuum, atmospheric automation systems and robotic components. Our team has been designing products for more than 30 years and serving our customers since 2009. We specialize in semiconductor automation for silicon and compound III-V or II-VI materials, tape frames, photomask and reticles, and solar and flat panel displays.

SUMMARY:

Facilitate setup, build, and test Electro-Mechanical assemblies and systems and correctly record results. Assists Lead in all aspects of running an efficient manufacturing operation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Keep a clean and organized work environment per 5S
• Facilitates equipment by applying electrical power, pneumatics, and mechanical components in temporary installations.
• Assembles complex electrical and mechanical parts and assemblies according to drawings, schematics, 3D viewing software, and/or standard procedures using hand tools.
• Performs mechanical alignments and calibration of equipment to ATP (Acceptance Test Procedure), quality standards and other procedures that are used during the test cycle of the products.
• Performs leak detection on Vacuum assemblies to verify vacuum integrity using helium leak detection equipment.
• Operate a multi meter.
• Debugs equipment, including electrical (to PCB level), mechanical, and vacuum systems, to facilitate power-up and gathering of test data. Reports test data with provided templates.
• Participates in the development of manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Prepares systems for shipment, including cleaning, break-down, preparation of miscellaneous list, and interface with shipping.
• Leads assembly and testing of prototype products in coordination with engineering, planning and other departments.
• Recommends improvement & new manufacturing processes and procedures including 5S and lean manufacturing.
• Prepares products for shipment, including cleaning, break-down, preparation of miscellaneous list, and interface with shipping.
• Supports management by recommending equipment needs within manufacturing and identifying equipment obsolesces
• Operates packaging/shipping equipment, including forklift, after completing approved training course.
• All manufacturing technicians may be required to perform other duties related to the general operations of the company as necessary.
• Manufacturing technicians may be required, and should be prepared, to travel domestically and/or internationally for equipment service/repair at customer sites.
• It is every employee’s responsibility to be aware of and adhere to the applicable Safety & Health, Quality, and Environmental Processes of Hine Automation.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s Degree (A.S.) from two-year college or technical school or military training is a plus.
• Seven or more years of directly related experience in a manufacturing environment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE:

• Ability to interpret assembly drawings, schematics, technical procedures, and other related material.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to apply basic mathematical skills to solve technical problems.
• Proficient in use of crimpers, torque wrenches, vacuum leak detectors, soldering iron, and other assembly/test hand tools.
• Working knowledge of Windows Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently with little or no direct supervision.
• Ability to adapt to a changing schedule.

WORK ENVIRONMENT and PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The normal work environment is typical of a manufacturing clean room facility and support areas such as stockroom, machine shop, and laboratory.
• The incumbent is routinely required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, touch, see, and hear; and may be required to lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the regular duties of the position, the incumbent is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts with minor risk of electrical shock.
• The incumbent must be able to wear safety equipment and follow safety instructions.

Hine Automation, LLC. is an equal employment opportunity employer, in accordance with applicable federal and state law for qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability, and, when requested and necessary, to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era are also included under this policy.