Manufacturing Technician - 2nd shift

IPG Photonics Corporation; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG Photonics in Marlborough, MA, is seeking a Medical Fiber Manufacturing Technician to operate cleanroom equipment for assembling medical fiber optic products. You will troubleshoot automated lines, handle fiber processing steps, and maintain contamination controls to meet daily production goals.

The role requires a high school diploma and prefers an AS degree in engineering, optics, or manufacturing. Experience with microscopes, DVMs, oscilloscopes, and basic hand tools is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate degree in engineering/ optics/ manufacturing preferred.
• Experience in cleanroom environments and ISO class protocols is preferred.
• Ability to diagnose electrical and mechanical issues on manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor cleanroom manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair automated line stations.
• Follow procedures and document inspections.
• Maintain cleanroom standards and contamination controls.
• Perform routine and unscheduled maintenance to ensure readiness.
• Assist with data collection and support production goals.

Skills

Operate equipment

Troubleshoot line

Cleanroom procedures

Data collection

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

AS degree in engineering/optics/manufacturing

Tools

Microscopes

Digital multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Lab power supplies

Soldering stations

Wire cutters/strippers

Screwdrivers

Tape measure

Wrenches

Job description

IPG Medical Corporation is focused on developing next-generation medical products based on its state-of-the-art technology. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, we aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.

Our mission is to develop innovative medical device laser solutions that make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.

Working at IPG Medical Group you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits.

Job Summary

The Medical Fiber Manufacturing Technician operates and monitors cleanroom manufacturing equipment used to assemble medical fiber optic products. This role troubleshoots automated and manual production stations, performs fiber handling, stripping, cleaving, and inspection processes, maintains cleanroom and contamination control standards, and supports engineering qualification activities to help the team meet daily production goals.

Job Profile

• Monitor and operate the equipment, instruments, and manufacturing processes used to assemble medical fiber products.
• Troubleshoot and repair automated line manufacturing stations.
• Follow written manufacturing procedures and complete inspection documentation.
• Maintain clean room standards, contamination control practices, and workstation organization.
• Perform routine and unscheduled maintenance activities to ensure equipment functionality, cleanliness, and production readiness.
• Monitor production processes, identify abnormalities, assist with troubleshooting fiber damage and process deviations, and support daily production goals.
• Support engineering experiments to evaluate new components, materials, and processes by collecting data, performing testing, and providing feedback to support production implementation.
• Support and assist in IQ, OQ, and PQ qualifications and associated reports.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to support training, inventory control, material handling, and overall production readiness.
• High school diploma is required.
• Associates of Science degree in engineering, optics, manufacturing, or related technical field preferred.

Experience requirements

• 2–5 years of manufacturing or cleanroom experience, preferably in medical device or fiber optic assembly preferred.
• Experience working under cleanroom protocols (ISO Class environments, gowning, contamination control) preferred.
• Ability to perform electrical and mechanical diagnostics on manual and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with fiber handling, stripping, cleaving, and inspection processes preferred.
• Proficient in using test equipment such as microscopes, digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, lab power supplies, etc.
• Proficient in light manufacturing and assembly equipment such as PCB soldering stations, wire cutters/strippers, screwdrivers, tape measure, wrenches and other small hand tools.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word programs.
• Hours: 3pm-11:30pm.