Manufacturing Test Technician

Mykelly; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mykelly is seeking a Manufacturing Test Technician in San Jose, CA to assemble, align, test, and calibrate optical instruments including flow cytometers. The role requires hands-on work with lasers, calibration, and documentation, contributing to production readiness.

The position involves system testing, fixture maintenance, and supporting lean manufacturing initiatives in a fast-paced environment. A strong background in optical engineering and electro-optical devices is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree is not required.
• 5+ years of relevant manufacturing, test, or laboratory experience is acceptable in lieu of a degree.
• Proficiency with oscilloscopes, frequency counters, logic analyzers, and DVMs.
• Experience with lasers, optical equipment, and optical alignment preferred.
• Experience assembling, testing, or supporting flow cytometers preferred.
• Working knowledge of optical concepts such as spectral emission and wavelength.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and MCU development environments.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Team player with a focus on continuous-improvement.
• Problem-solving and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and align optical subassemblies for precision instruments.
• Assemble, set up, and calibrate optically based instruments, including flow cytometers.
• Perform system-level testing and final testing before QA.
• Work with lasers and perform laser alignment.
• Assemble and test flow cytometers used for cell sorting and single-cell analysis.
• Pipette samples into sample cartridges for testing.
• Maintain work areas and equipment.
• Follow instructions and troubleshoot issues beyond procedures.
• Maintain accurate test, calibration, and equipment records.
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Complete other tasks to support manufacturing operations.

Skills

Oscilloscopes

Frequency counters

Logic analyzers

DVMs

Lasers

Optical alignment

Flow cytometers

Microsoft Office

MCU development

Independence

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Manufacturing Test Technician | San Jose, CA

Join a manufacturing team supporting precision electro-optical devices used in cell-sorting and single-cell medical analysis systems. In this hands‑on role, you will assemble, align, test, and calibrate optically based instruments—including flow cytometers—while maintaining equipment, documentation, and production readiness.

Work Location & Details

• Location: San Jose, CA
• Pay Rate: $30.00–$33.00/hr, depending on experience
• Contract Length: 6 months, with potential to extend or convert
• Schedule: Flexible workforce; start times may range from 4:30 AM to 7:00 AM
  • Overtime: Occasional overtime, potentially including weekends
  • Schedule Requirement: Must be consistent with assigned start time; for example, if starting at 6:00 AM, reliable daily attendance is expected
• Visa Sponsorship: Not available
• Relocation Assistance: Not available

The Role: What You’ll Do

• Optical Assembly & Alignment: Assemble and align optical subassemblies used in precision electro‑optical instruments.
• Instrument Build & Calibration: Assemble, set up, and calibrate optically based instruments, including flow cytometers.
• System Testing: Perform system‑level testing and complete final testing before units move to final Quality Control.
• Laser Work: Work with lasers and perform laser alignment; this is a major component of the role.
• Flow Cytometry Support: Assemble and test flow cytometers used for cell sorting and single‑cell medical analysis.
• Sample Handling: Pipette samples into sample cartridges as part of testing and processing workflows.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain work areas and equipment used to set up and calibrate instruments.
• Troubleshooting: Follow step‑by‑step work instructions while independently identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving issues not explicitly covered in procedures.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate test, calibration, and equipment records.
• Continuous Improvement: Support lean‑manufacturing and continuous‑improvement initiatives, collaborate effectively, and contribute practical solutions to production challenges.
• Additional Support: Complete other assigned tasks supporting manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; a Bachelor’s degree is not required.
• Experience: 5+ years of relevant manufacturing, test, or laboratory experience is acceptable in lieu of a degree.
• Electronic Instrumentation: Proficiency using oscilloscopes, frequency counters, logic analyzers, and digital voltmeters (DVMs).
• Optics & Lasers: Experience with lasers, optical equipment, and optical alignment strongly preferred.
• Flow Cytometry: Experience assembling, testing, or supporting flow cytometers is highly preferred.
• Optical Knowledge: Working knowledge of optical concepts such as spectral emission and wavelength preferred.
• Technical Drawings: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Software: Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and microcontroller development environments.
• Independence: Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Collaboration: Works well in a team environment and contributes to continuous‑improvement efforts.
• Problem‑Solving: Proactive, detail‑oriented, and able to think outside the box when resolving technical issues.

Candidates with experience in flow cytometry, laser alignment, protein analyzers, blotting systems, cell‑sorting instruments, or single‑cell analysis devices are especially encouraged to apply.

What Happens Next?

If your background includes optical assembly, laser alignment, electronic test instrumentation, or flow cytometry, apply to be considered for this on‑site Manufacturing Test Technician role in San Jose, California.