Laser Assembler

Access Laser Company; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401K with match

PTO 17 days/year

Profit sharing

Flexible spending account

Free parking

Job summary

Access Laser Company in Everett, WA is seeking a Laser Assembler to join the Production Team, building and testing electromechanical laser assemblies to our production standards.

The role requires 2-4 years of precision assembly experience, the ability to read assembly drawings, and work in a clean room/ESD environment, with lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years’ experience in precision assembly in high tech manufacturing or a similar organization.
• Good hands-on skills in building, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to read and follow assembly instructions, drawings, and specifications.
• Understanding of quality control principles.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electromechanical laser assemblies to production standards.
• Troubleshoot, rework, and repair assemblies for first-pass yield.
• Measure parts and verify conformance using precision instruments.
• Maintain clean room and ESD environment and report issues to production lead.
• Use ERP system to track jobs and time, and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Precision assembly

Electromechanical assemblies

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Technical school certificate

Tools

ERP system

MS Office

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Full Time Everett, WA, US

Salary Range: $27.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Founded in 1999, Access Laser is a leader in designing and manufacturing high-end CO2 lasers. We are a rapidly growing company, experiencing double-digit revenue growth in recent years. We provide leading-edge gas-discharge-excited laser technologies to global industries in the medical, semiconductor, electronic, manufacturing, and scientific development R&D markets. We focus on creative designs that match our customers’ applications and solve difficult problems with innovative solutions. We strive to provide a challenging and supportive environment where team members are encouraged to go beyond ordinary thinking and challenge the normal with the truly ingenious. Our team is our greatest asset and supporting their career development is the greatest investment we can make in our future.

In October 2017 we became a member of the TRUMPF Group, the world’s largest manufacturer of lasers and laser systems. Although we have retained the agility and flexibility of a small company, both our business and our employees now have access to new opportunities for growth.

Access Laser Company is seeking a Laser Assembler to complement our Production Team by assembling some of the world’s most impactful application-specific laser products.

Primary Duties:

• Work as part of a small, dedicated team tobuild, troubleshoot, and rework/repair electromechanical laser assemblies to production standards.
• Take responsibility for ensuring that all lasers meet the highest performance and quality standards.
• Perform precision assembly of molecular gas excited lasers bodies, according to assembly instructions, drawings, and specifications, using hand tools, power tools, precision instruments, and test equipment.
• Examine component parts for defects. Measure parts to ensure conformance to specified dimensions and lay out reference points for holes, trim lines, and part locations, using precision measuring instruments.
• Rework, replace, realign parts, and retest units that initially fail first pass tests to ensure conformance to specification
• Perform quality work in a clean room and ESD controlled environment.
• Regularly report updates and any issues to the production lead to ensure smooth operations and clear communication.
• Use the ERP system to track jobs and production time.
• Improve tooling, setup, and equipment related to the assembly process.
• Contribute your expertise to continuous improvement and product improvement initiatives.
• Assist other departments or teams when needed, demonstrating a collaborative and team-oriented mindset to help achieve the overall success of the company.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Standard Job Requirements:

• 2-4 years’ experience in precision assembly in high tech manufacturing or a similar organization.
• Good hands-on skills in building, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical assemblies.
• Demonstrated ability to meticulously follow defined processes.
• Technical ability to read and follow assembly instructions, drawings, and specifications.
• Understanding of quality control principles.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team atmosphere.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be capable of using standard MS Office programs and working with our ERP system
• High school diploma.
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs on a routine basis with the ability to occasionally lift up to 50lbs, up to 5ft above ground.

Highly Desirable Additional Skills/Experience:

• Degree or certificate from a technical school.
• Previous job experience with Lean Manufacturing and 5S concepts.
• Experience with optics or electronics.

Why work for us

At our core, we are an idea company, which is driving expansion and tremendous revenue growth. We are customer driven and design application specific products which fit the individual needs of our customers. This requires highly motivated and dedicated teams. You will have the opportunity to be innovative in your work as we are constantly evolving our products and solving new problems with our customers. We owe our success to our people. We take great pride in investing in our team and strive to continually grow and improve our company and culture.

We love what we do. Our goal is to go above and beyond for each other and our customers. Our teams are creative, smart and talented, which makes each project exciting. You will have plenty of guidance and support to help us continue moving our impactful technology to the next level.

TRUMPF, our parent company, shares the same core values, and supports both our team and our drive for continuous innovation in laser technology. We are proud to be part of one of the largest technology companies led by a woman.

Things we love here:

• Opportunity to work in a state-of-the art facility.
• Great benefits including medical/dental/vision, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and 401K with a match
• Flexible spending account
• 17 days of PTO per year, and PTO increases with tenure
• We support learning and have educational assistance programs
• Fitness reimbursement
• All employees are eligible for profit sharing in addition to their base pay
• Strong commitment to COVID prevention for all employees
• Stocked kitchen with complimentary snacks
• Focus on work-life balance to promote success in and out of the workplace
• Family-oriented team events
• Free parking

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other classes protected by law.

We are committed to providing opportunities to all qualified individuals. If you need assistance completing our online application due to a physical or mental impairment, please email [e-mail] or call 425-382-2217.