Manufacturing Tech

deka; Richmond (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

DEKA Research & Development is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join our team focused on a self-administrable vaccine patch. The role blends hands-on assembly, testing, and data-driven improvement of medical components in a dynamic R&D environment.

You will perform manual/semi-automated assembly, document production data, inspect components with precision tools, and analyze results with JMP or similar software to drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• General lab experience is required.
• Strong data entry and documentation skills.
• Experience with statistical analysis tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and a passion for R&D.

Responsibilities

• Assemble small components manually or with semi-automation.
• Document production data and processes accurately.
• Inspect components with precision tools and microscopes.
• Analyze data using JMP or other software to define specification ranges.
• Prepare reports on results and process recommendations.
• Propose parameter specs to improve quality and efficiency.
• Support development of automated data acquisition systems.

Skills

General lab experience

Data entry

Statistical analysis

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Excel

JMP

Job description

DEKA Research & Development is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join our growing team developing a self-administrable vaccine patch. This role combines hands-on manufacturing expertise with modern data and technology skills. You’ll work in a dynamic R&D environment, supporting the assembly, testing, and data-driven improvement of cutting-edge medical components.

What You’ll Do

• Perform manual or semi-automated assembly of small components.
• Document processes and record production data accurately.
• Inspect components using microscopes, sensors, and other precision tools.
• Analyze data using JMP or other statistical analysis software to determine specification ranges.
• Prepare reports summarizing results, conclusions, and process recommendations.
• Develop and propose process parameter specifications to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Support the development of automated data acquisition systems.

What You’ll Need

• General laboratory experience and technical skills are required.
• Ability to work in an ISO Class 8 Cleanroom Environment (CE).
• Strong data entry, analysis, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Excel and statistical software (e.g., JMP).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and a passion for R&D and continuous improvement.

About DEKA:

One hour from the beach, Boston, and the mountains, the historic Amoskeag Millyard once housed the largest textile mills in the world. It is now home to DEKA Research and Development, where we are taking the same innovation and cutting-edge technology into the modern age.

Behind DEKA’s brick walls sits a team of professionals who strive to make a difference every day through thoughtful engineering, design, and manufacturing. Here at DEKA, some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time are created, and new ideas are always welcome and explored.