Assembly - Wire Bonder

GPD Optoelectronics Corp.; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

GPD Optoelectronics Corp. is expanding its manufacturing team in Salem, NH. The Wire Bonder will perform wire bonding and assembly of optoelectronic components in a cleanroom, supporting production with inspection and basic electrical testing.

The role reports to the Director of Operations and requires precision, adherence to ESD and cleanroom protocols, and teamwork to meet schedules and quality goals in a full-time, on-site setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical trade training.
• Experience in a manufacturing or technical environment.
• Wire bonding experience preferred.
• Able to work under a microscope and handle small, delicate components.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and semi- automated wire bonding of chips and die to ceramic substrates and packages (e.g., TO can, LCC) using various gauges of wire.
• Prep material, set up, and operate wire bond equipment per approved work instructions and travelers.
• Handle optoelectronic devices using proper ESD, cleanliness, and contamination control techniques.
• Support engineering builds, process development, and continuous improvement activities as needed.
• Conduct visual inspection of assemblies under microscope to MIL STD883 criteria and perform go/no-go testing.
• Maintain production records, travelers, and inspection results in the ERP system and shop floor interface.

Skills

Wire bonding

Microscope work

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

ESD controls

Cleanroom practices

Education

High School / GED or Technical trade school

Tools

Wire bond equipment

Microscope

Electrostatic discharge tools

Job description

We are scaling tomorrow's world, TODAY! We continue to expand our team, a team is shaping the future of our industry and share our passion to reveal the invisible!

Our Wire Bonders are responsible for precision assembly of optoelectronic components in our cleanroom manufacturing environment. This role supports production operations by performing wire bonding, assembly, inspection, and basic electrical testing of chips / die mounted to ceramic substrates and / or packages such as TO cans and LCCs. The Wire Bonder works as part of a production team reporting to Operations, while collaborating closely with Engineering and Quality to meet product, process, and customer requirements.

This full-time, non-exempt role will report to the Director of Operations and is located at our Salem, NH Facility.

Assembly & Wire Bonding

• Perform manual and semi automated wire bonding of chips and die to ceramic substrates and packages (e.g., TO can, LCC) using various gauges of wire
• Prep material. set up, and operate wire bond equipment per approved work instructions and travelers
• Handle optoelectronic devices using proper ESD, cleanliness, and contamination (FOD) control techniques
• Support engineering builds, process development, and continuous improvement activities, as needed

Inspection, Testing & Quality

• Conduct visual inspection of assemblies under microscope to applicable MIL STD883 workmanship criteria
• Perform basic electrical “go / no go” and at times more advanced testing using standard test fixtures and equipment
• Identify, document, and report nonconforming material or process issues
• Maintain accurate production records, travelers, and inspection results using our ERP system and shop floor interface

Handling, Packaging & Workflow

• Package finished assemblies per work instructions and cleanliness requirements
• Maintain material traceability and proper part identification throughout the process
• Follow cleanroom protocols, including gowning, tool control, and housekeeping standards
• Work effectively within a team environment to meet production schedules and quality goals

Qualifications & Skills

• High School / GED or Technical trade school
• 23 years’ experience in a manufacturing or technical environment.
• Prior experience in microelectronics or optoelectronic assembly preferred (wire bonding experience highly desired)
• Ability to work under a microscope and handle small, delicate components
• Familiarity with ESD controls, cleanroom practices, and regulated manufacturing environments
• Strong attention to detail, good manual dexterity, and ability to follow detailed instructions
• This position may require sitting for long periods at a microscope, bending, reaching, visual acuity for inspection, and lifting up to 30 lbs.

Misc.

• This position may require sitting for long periods at a microscope, bending, reaching, visual acuity for inspection, and lifting up to 30 lbs.
• These activities are performed in a clean room environment which is temperature and humidity controlled.
• This position requires you to wear complete fab attire for an entire shift and meet all safety and cleanroom requirements which can include:

Hand Hygiene, Personal Item Removal, Gowning Area Preparation, Order of Gowning, Shoe Covers, Hair Covers, Face Masks, Coveralls/Gowns, Gloves, Additional Garments, Final Inspection and maintaining proper 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.