Assembler II

IPG Photonics; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG Medical, a wholly owned subsidiary of IPG Photonics, is seeking a Small Piece Assembler for 1st shift. Build components and sub-assemblies for high-powered lasers, following procedures at a standing workstation with microscopes and precision tools.

Inspect, assemble, and test optical components, wear cleanroom attire, and meet production metrics. Requires a high school diploma, 1–2 years of related assembly experience, and familiarity with Word/Excel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous assembly experience preferred in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components and sub-assemblies for fiber-optic medical products.
• Operate test equipment and microscopes to verify quality.
• Wear cleanroom attire and follow safety procedures.
• Maintain work area cleanliness and meet production metrics.
• Cross-train in production processes as needed.
• Assist in basic setup and troubleshooting of equipment.

Skills

Microscope experience

Manual assembly

Read blueprints

Microsoft Word/Excel

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Ultrasonic welder

Soldering stations

Optical fiber cutters/strippers

Screwdrivers

Tape measure

Wrenches

Job description

IPG Medical, a wholly owned subsidiary of IPG Photonics (NASDAQ: IPGP), is focused on developing next-generation products based on IPG Medical’s state-of-the-art laser technology. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, we aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.

Our mission is to develop innovative medical device laser solutions that make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.

Shift Available

1stshift hours 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Overtime is available and occasional Saturday flexibility is required.

Job Summary

Our Small Piece Assemblers continually work with their hands and deal with small details. With the assistance of microscopes and tweezers, the Assembler will build components and sub-assemblies for high-powered lasers following a set routine with specific procedures and instructions while operating machinery and standing at a workstation.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Inspect, kit, install, and assemble components of fiber-optic medical products: optical fibers, ferrules, connectors, and packaging components.
• Operate manufacturing test equipment: fiber-optic strippers and cleavers, power meters, oscilloscopes, laser test stations, RFID readers, and microscopes.
• Use bonding materials: epoxies, glues, etc.
• Wear appropriate cleanroom attire, work in a controlled manufacturing area requiring coats, hair and beard nets, gloves, and booties.
• Use generic cleaning liquids (alcohol, isopropanol alcohol, acetone, etc.).
• Maintain cleanliness of work and common areas.
• Crosstrain in production process or area as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Meet assigned production metrics as defined by the Supervisor.
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Perform basic setup, and troubleshooting of equipment as needed.
• Train other assemblers as assigned.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.

Experience

• Perform light manufacturing and use of assembly equipment, such as ultrasonic welder, soldering stations, optical fiber cutters/strippers, screwdrivers, tape measure, wrenches, and other small hand tools.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Microscope experience preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 Years of related assembly experience.
• Perform tasks and carries out successive steps of routine work in accordance with instructions provided by the supervisor, policies, and procedures; requires instructions only on new assignments.

Required Abilities

• Work well with others as part of a team.
• Ability to access Company email, benefits, payroll, and other applications.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written work instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Requires basic skills to read and follow blueprint schematics.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to a maximum of 50 pounds at times.
• Able to stand or sit for long periods of time.
• Hand-eye coordination in order to work with small fiber-optic components.