Electronics Encapsulation Technician

Rigaku Holdings Corporation; Charlestown (RI); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Newton Scientific in Charlestown, RI, is seeking a motivated Electronics Encapsulation Technician to support the manufacture of compact high-voltage units by encapsulating and coating electronic assemblies. This is a Monday–Friday day-shift, on-site role with training provided.

Ideal candidates have a High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year in manufacturing. You will operate encapsulation equipment, enter ERP data, and assist with electro-mechanical assembly as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of manufacturing, production, or similar hands-on experience.
• Organizational skills and ability to work accurately and independently.
• Ability to meet and sustain production rates defined by the production schedule.
• Strong attention to detail and dependable work ethic.
• Comfort working hands-on with encapsulation materials; protective smocks provided.

Responsibilities

• Frequently weigh, measure, mix, and apply encapsulation and coating materials to electronic assemblies.
• Encapsulate various electronic assemblies based on production schedule to meet high voltage module production requirements.
• Operate mixers, ovens, vacuum chambers, and related equipment for encapsulation processes.
• Enter data related to encapsulation processes into our ERP system for production tracking.
• Clean and organize tools, equipment, and work areas to prevent contamination and support efficiency.
• Support other production activities, including electro-mechanical assembly and inspection, as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Organizational skills

Dependable attendance

Encapsulation materials

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

## Electronics Encapsulation TechnicianApply: Not Remote: RAH\\_Charlestown: Full time: Posted Today: JR00229**Join Rigaku in shaping a better world through new perspectives!****The Opportunity**Newton Scientific (NSI) is seeking a motivated technician to support the manufacture of compact high-voltage units by encapsulating and coating electronic assemblies. You will work in a bright, well-organized production environment alongside experienced technicians. Training will be provided on our products and processes to a candidate who brings the right foundation, patience, and willingness to learn. Success in this role requires dependable attendance, openness to feedback, and the judgment to raise questions before they become quality issues.**What You Will Do*** Frequently weigh, measure, mix, and apply a variety of encapsulation and coating materials to electronic assemblies.* Encapsulate various electronic assemblies based on the production schedule to meet our high voltage module production requirements.* Operate mixers, ovens, vacuum chambers, and related equipment to carry out encapsulation processes.* Enter data related to encapsulation processes into our ERP system for production tracking.* Clean and organize tools, equipment, and work areas between processes to prevent contamination, maintain a clean work environment and support efficient production.* Support other production activities, including electro-mechanical assembly and inspection, as needed.**Required Qualifications*** High school diploma or GED.* At least one year of experience in manufacturing, production, or another hands-on, process-driven work environment.* Organizational skills and the ability to work accurately and independently.* Ability to meet and sustain production rates defined by the production schedule.* Strong attention to detail, patience, and concentration.* Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.* Comfort working hands-on with encapsulation materials in a process that can be messy and may involve drips or spills; protective smocks are provided.**Preferred Experience*** 2 or more years of experience carrying out potting and encapsulating tasks, preferably for electronic assemblies and with silicone rubbers (RTV). Related bonding or coating experience in fields other than electronics is also desirable.* Knowledge of related equipment such as pressure and vacuum chambers for encapsulation and curing is desirable.* Experience with entering data into an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.* Through-hole and/or SMT soldering experience is also desirable and would support cross-training in electro-mechanical assembly.**Physical Requirements*** Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.* Ability to physically lift, mix, and move materials up to 20 lbs.**Compensation**$23 - $28 per hour. Starting pay will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and internal equity. The final offer may fall anywhere within the posted pay range.**About Newton Scientific**Newton Scientific is a leading developer and manufacturer of miniature X-ray sources and high-voltage systems worldwide. As a subsidiary of Rigaku Corporation, NSI combines the collaborative culture of a small company with the stability and resources of a global organization. Employees work directly with advanced electro-mechanical products used in cutting-edge applications around the world.**Why join Newton Scientific?**· **Meaningful, specialized work:** Build precision products used in cutting-edge applications worldwide.· **Supportive training:** Learn our processes directly from experienced technicians and engineers.· **Competitive rewards:** Competitive pay based on experience, plus potential eligibility for an annual merit increase and company performance-based bonus. Eligibility begins after six months of employment.· **Time away:** Four weeks of Total Time Off accrued during your first year and eleven paid holidays annually.· **Comprehensive benefits:** Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, plus a 401(k) plan with company match.· **Consistent schedule:** Monday-Friday day shift, with potential overtime opportunities after training based on production demand.· **Welcoming workplace:** Company-sponsored events, free parking, large windows, and convenient building amenities at our Charlestown location.**Must be able to meet minimum qualifications to apply.**Rigaku offers a rewarding work environment and excellent benefits. All applicants are kept in strict confidence. Benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life insurance, section 125 flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan and more. 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 able to prove they can legally work in the US.