Manufacturing Inspection Technician (3rd Shift)

Peak Nano; Valley View (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Nano in Valley View, OH seeks a versatile technician to support Engineering and Nanolayer Capacitor Film Metrology and extrusion operations. You will train across departments, perform precise sample prep, line inspections, and data recording with attention to detail.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and flexibility to contribute wherever needed, including occasional extrusion support and cross-functional collaboration within a growing US-based tech company.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing or quality control environment.
• Ability to perform basic math and measurements.
• Experience in a materials testing lab or QA environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare test samples exactly per procedures using precision tools.
• Execute line in-process inspections and lab tests.
• Use precision instruments like micrometers and hipot testers.
• Record data and perform light analysis of results.
• Report defects to supervision and compile results.
• Follow safety protocols during testing and handling.
• Support extrusion operations about 20% of the time.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Math and measurements

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Precision cutters

Laser cutters

Sputter coaters

Micrometers

Tensile testers

Job description

Hourly

Valley View, OH

Job Number:1000087

Films Business Unit

Description

Peak Nano is seeking a versatile, cross-functional technician to primarily support our world-class Engineering and Nanolayer Capacitor Film Metrology team, while also providing support to our Extrusion operations. The successful candidate will receive comprehensive training across both departments, developing skills and flexibility to contribute wherever needed.

Key Responsibilities

Exact preparation of test samples according to established procedures using a variety of implements such as precision cutters, laser cutters, sputter coaters, etc.

Execution of line in-process inspections and laboratory tests.

Understand and use precision inspection instruments including micrometers, drop-gauges, electrical Hipot testers, tensile testers and other typical film property test equipment.

Record entry and light analysis of inspection and test data

Defect reporting to shift supervision and compilation of inspection results for companywide reporting

Adherence to safety protocols during the execution of electrical property testing, heated oil testing, and material handling.

Approximately 20% of time may be spent supporting extrusion operations in a manufacturing technician capacity.

Adherence to all safety protocols and PPE requirements during manufacturing support operations.

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or quality control environment

Safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs. when necessary

Willingness to learn new test methods and equipment

Ability to perform basic math and measurements

Experience in a materials testing laboratory or quality assurance environment

High attention to detail

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience working an off-shift role

Education: Associate’s, or other post-secondary education

Plastics processing equipment experience, such as extrusion, cast or blown film, calendaring, injection molding, etc.

Electrical and/or mechanical aptitude strongly preferred

Experience with operating a tow motor and/or material handling equipment, such as a pallet jack

About The Company

Peak Nano

Founded in 2016

Peak is a US-based, AI-driven technology company that uses nanotechnology to solve macro-level global challenges. Our engineers and researchers are developing solutions for advanced optics, aerospace, life sciences, and other industrial solutions. We are the leader in applying artificial intelligence to design and optimize reusable polymers to make the world a safer and more sustainable place.