Advanced Manufacturing Technician, RIT

Rigaku Corp.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Section 125 FSA

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Rigaku Corp. in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Technician to assemble, integrate, test, and verify precision analytical instruments and sub-systems.

This role collaborates with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to translate advanced designs into repeatable, high-quality assemblies. You will follow safety and 5S practices, maintain build records, and support prototype and low-volume production while continually improving manufacturability and documenting issues

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent is required.
• Hands-on experience with precision tools, fixtures and measurement equipment.
• Associate degree or technical certification in engineering technology or manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, integrate, and test complex electro-mechanical, vacuum, and precision assemblies.
• Identify, document, and escalate build issues, deviations, or nonconformances.
• Troubleshoot and repair returned components.
• Collaborate with instrumentation and engineering teams to improve build processes and manufacturability.
• Support prototype, pilot, and low-volume production builds.
• Maintain accurate build records, test results, and documentation in quality systems.
• Maintain clean lab work stations and follow 5S and safety protocols.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

Safety & quality mindset

Self-directed work

Problem solving

Measurement instruments knowledge

MS Office proficient

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical certification in engineering technology/manufacturing

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Measurement equipment

MS Office Suite

Job description

Advanced Manufacturing Technician, RIT### Advanced Manufacturing Technician, RITApply: Not Remote: Auburn Hills , MI: Full time: Posted 7 Days Ago: JR00247**Join Rigaku in shaping a better world through new perspectives!**As a global leader in analytical technologies, Rigaku develops innovative solutions that drive scientific discovery, advance industrial innovation, and support quality-focused manufacturing around the world. The Advanced Manufacturing Technician supports the assembly, integration, testing, and verification of precision analytical instrumentation and sub-systems used in Rigaku products. This role works closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to ensure products meet Rigaku performance, reliability, and quality standards. The technician plays a critical role in translating advanced designs into repeatable, high-quality manufactured systems. **Key Responsibilities:*** Assemble, integrate, and test complex electro-mechanical, vacuum, and precision mechanical and optical assemblies.* Identify, document, and escalate build issues, deviations, or nonconformances.* Troubleshoot and repair returned components.* Collaborate with instrumentation and engineering teams to improve build processes and manufacturability.* Support prototype, pilot, and low-volume production builds.* Maintain accurate build records, test results, and documentation in accordance with quality systems.* Maintain clean lab work stations in accordance with 5S* Follow safety procedures and cleanroom protocols where applicable.* Other duties as assigned by Supervisor and Department Manager.**Key Skills & Competencies:*** Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail and quality oriented* Ability to follow structured processes while adapting to evolving designs* Effective communication and teamwork* Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement* Ability to work in a self-directed manner, within defined scope.* Strong problem-solving skills.* Familiarity with micrometers, calipers and other measurement equipment* Ability to work productively with MS Office.**Required Qualifications:*** High school education or equivalent.* Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.* Hands-on experience with precision tools, fixtures, and measurement equipment.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Associate’s degree or technical certification in engineering technology, manufacturing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).* Experience assembling analytical, semiconductor, optical, or vacuum-based equipment.* Familiarity with cleanroom practices and contamination control.* Experience supporting prototype or R&D manufacturing environments.* Exposure to ISO-based quality systems. Rigaku offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, Section 125 flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan with company match.Rigaku is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the Unted States.