Assembly Technician

Comet Group; Simpang Empat; Hybrid; MYR 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal allowances

Transport allowances

Toll allowances

Mobile allowance

Car loan interest

Health checks (Flexi)

Dental and optical care (Flexi)

Comprehensive medical insurance

Job summary

Comet Group in Penang is seeking an Assembly Technician to join our Plasma Control Technologies division. The role focuses on precise assembly and testing of high-tech components used in memory chips and touch screens, while supporting continuous improvement and Lean initiatives.

You will read schematics, troubleshoot issues, and maintain tools and workstations, contributing to quality and process excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Technician Diploma with at least 5 years of experience in semiconductor equipment manufacturing or a related electronics manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, particularly RF Matching Networks and RF Generators, with experience in assembly, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW, C++, Excel automation/macros, with SAP and MES experience considered an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to interpret technical drawings and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and quality-focused team player with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly and testing activities in accordance with production work instructions, ensuring products are built to quality and manufacturing standards.
• Troubleshoot assembly issues, perform minor rework and repairs, and support failure analysis to identify root causes and improve product quality.
• Read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and technical documentation to support assembly, equipment setup, and troubleshooting activities.
• Maintain assembly tools, fixtures, and workstations by following 5S standards, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring equipment readiness.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve production, quality, and operational goals.

Skills

LabVIEW

C++

Excel automation/macros

SAP

MES

Education

Technician Diploma

Tools

LabVIEW

C++

Excel automation/macros

SAP

MES

Job description

To complement our team, we are looking for a customer- and teamoriented individual for our division Plasma Control Technologies at the Penangsite as a

Assembly Technician

For over 75 years, we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative. For a better and sustainable world.

We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X-ray and radio-frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer, more efficient and more sustainable production, mobility and communication.

In the Plasma Control Technologies (PCT) division, we manufacture specialized components that are required for the precise control of plasma processes and are used in the production of memory chips or touch screens for sensors, smartphones or tablets.

What You Will Do

• Perform assembly and testing activities in accordance with production work instructions, ensuring products are built to quality and manufacturing standards.
• Troubleshoot assembly issues, perform minor rework and repairs, and support failure analysis to identify root causes and improve product quality.
• Read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and technical documentation to support assembly, equipment setup, and troubleshooting activities.
• Maintain assembly tools, fixtures, and workstations by following 5S standards, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring equipment readiness.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve production, quality, and operational goals.

What You Bring

• Technician Diploma with at least 5 years of experience in semiconductor equipment manufacturing or a related electronics manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, particularly RF Matching Networks and RF Generators, with experience in assembly, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW, C++, Excel automation/macros, with SAP and MES experience considered an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to interpret technical drawings and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and quality-focused team player with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Why join us? Break new ground with us:

• Work on innovative solutions for global technical challenges
• Benefit from flexible working options and hybrid working
• Take part in Comet’s success through profit sharing
• Work with international colleagues and grow as a team
• Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities
• Access a wide range of benefits including allowances for meals, transport, tolls, mobile, and car loan interest
• Benefit from Flexi Benefits for health checks, dental and optical care, plus comprehensive medical insurance coverage