Manufacturing Technician I

Photronics; Brookfield (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

Equity compensation eligibility

Annual bonus program

Job summary

Photronics is hiring a Manufacturing Technician in Brookfield, CT. This entry-level role supports daily operations by setting up, operating, and monitoring equipment in a cleanroom, learning safety and quality standards while developing foundational skills in process documentation.

The position offers on-site work with multiple shift options and opportunities to collaborate with Engineering and senior staff, while growing technical and data-entry capabilities in a global tech company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• 0–2 years of manufacturing, production, or cleanroom experience preferred.
• Ability to follow SOPs and work in a cleanroom environment.
• Strong communication and team-oriented skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic manufacturing equipment under supervision and according to SOPs.
• Perform equipment and process checks, escalating issues to senior technicians or supervisors.
• Record accurate production data and maintain logs in a central repository.
• Follow cleanroom protocols, PPE, and safety standards consistently.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by providing feedback and observations.
• Collaborate with Engineering, trainers, and senior technicians.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Detail-oriented

SOP adherence

Cleanroom environment

Team player

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Data entry systems

Job description

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Regular Full-Time Brookfield, CT, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1951

For more than 50 years, Photronics has been a global leader in photomask technology, powering the innovation behind the world’s most advanced devices. Our success is built on collaboration, quality, and the dedication of our people.
We are hiring aManufacturing Technician to join our team in Brookfield, CT. This is an entry-level role responsible for assisting in daily operations by following established procedures to set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment in a cleanroom environment. This role develops foundational skills in equipment operation, process monitoring, and documentation while learning to adhere to Photronics’ safety and quality standards.

Location:

• Photronics: Brookfield CT. This is an on-site position, and we are not open to remote candidates at this time.

Available Shift Openings:

• Monday –Thursday | Night Shift: 4:30 p.m.–3:00 a.m.
• Friday – Sunday | Day Shift: 5:45 a.m.–6:15 p.m.
• Friday – Sunday | Night Shift: 5:45 p.m.–6:15 a.m.

Responsibilities:

• Operate basic manufacturing equipment under supervision and according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Perform equipment and process checks, escalating issues to senior technicians or supervisors.
• Record accurate production data and maintain logs in a central repository.
• Follow cleanroom protocols, PPE, and safety standards consistently.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by providing feedback and observations.
• Collaborate with Engineering, trainers, and senior technicians.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Attributes):

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to follow SOPs.
• Ability to work effectively in a cleanroom environment.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry systems.

Experience:

• 0–2 years of manufacturing, production, or cleanroom experience preferred.

Education:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting (4+ hours).
• Prolonged periods of standing or walking (4+ hours).
• Use hands to finger, handling/grasping objects, tools, or controls.
• Reach with hands and arms; atop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying products or materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Talking / Hearing; clear verbal communication and ability to hear instructions or warnings.
• Seeing; visual acuity for reading, inspecting or operating machinery
• Repetitive motions; typing or assembly work.
• Working conditions; exposure to weather, noise, dust, chemicals or confined spaces.
• PPE: use of safety glasses, face shield, gloves, protective clothing, hearing and/or respiratory protection.
• Be part of a global technology leader driving innovation for the world’s biggest tech companies.
• Work in a collaborative, growth-focused environment where your expertise will have a real impact.
• Develop your leadership skills by mentoring and guiding a talented accounting team.
• Enjoy stability, challenge, and opportunity at a company with more than 50 years of proven success
• Competitive salary and annual bonus program.
• Equity compensation eligibility.
• Full suite of health and welfare benefits.
• 401k with company match.

Equal Opportunity Statement: We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for team members’ disabilities and religious beliefs or practices.