Manufacturing Test Technician

Optical Cable Corporation; Town of Texas, Plano (WI, TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Optical Testing Technician to ensure quality and compliance in fiber optic cable assemblies. This role involves conducting optical tests, troubleshooting setups, and supporting production efforts. The ideal candidate will have an associate's degree or relevant experience, along with a strong understanding of industry standards and testing procedures. Join a dynamic team that values service excellence and quality, and contribute to innovative solutions in a supportive environment. Your attention to detail and technical skills will play a crucial role in maintaining high standards of service and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 1 year experience in fiber optic testing required.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft programs and testing software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct optical testing on fiber optic cable assemblies according to standards.
• Support production with inspections, analysis, and tests.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

FiberChek Pro

Connector Max endface testing software

DORC or Daisi Data Pixel interferometry software

Optotest

Rifocs

Viavi equipment

OTDRs

Mechanical fit recognition

Education

Associate's degree in Engineering Technology

1 year of hands-on experience in fiber optic testing

Tools

Optotest

Rifocs

Viavi equipment

OTDRs

Job description

Basic Function:Conducts optical testing on fiber optic cable assemblies in accordance with industry, corporate, and military standards and procedures. Sets up equipment, conducts testing, calculates and records the results.

Significant Responsibilities:

1. Performs specific job responsibilities:
   • Support production efforts by performing required inspections, analysis, and tests.
   • Update test log sheets, print tests sheets and generate test reports.
   • Understand and apply industrial, corporate, and military standards and procedures to test
     efforts, including OTDR, Source & Meter and Visual scope equipment.
   • Perform mechanical/environmental testing required by customer such as pull test, leak test, etc...
   • Troubleshoot test setups and failures for root causes, able to locate suspect optical interfaces, broken alignment sleeves, misconfigured equipment, etc...
   • Perform inspections, testing and analysis in support of customer complaints, return
     material authorizations, and root cause analysis using OTDR equipment.
   • Support Interferometry and Visual Inspection testing.
   • Perform Group B testing for QPL product families.
   • Support the Production team with Termination and Polishing processes when necessary.

1. Promotes OCC's service excellence and quality. Provides excellent service to customers; builds strong relationships and team cohesiveness; focuses on quality and positive solutions; communicates respectfully; demonstrates compassion and understanding in response to customer requests and needs.
2. Champions OCC's vision and values (as outlined in our 15 Essential Points of Success); complies with policies and procedures, ethical standards and Code of Conduct.

Minimum Qualifications Required

Education: Associate's degree in Engineering Technology or minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in fiber optic testing.

Experience, Essential Skills, Abilities & Knowledge:Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel programs and FiberChek Pro, Connector Max endface testing software, and DORC or Daisi Data Pixel interferometry software. Ability to use Optotest, Rifocs, and Viavi equipment, including light sources, power meters, microscopes, switches, and OTDRs. Able to read and interpret cable assembly drawings and identify standard color coding of fiber optic cables. Must have eye and hand coordination for detailed ability to recognize mechanical fit problems. Ability to read and understand work instructions and procedures. Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision. Ability to organize, complete tasks, and effectively manage time. Pays close attention to detail and can recognize and resolve problems.

Working Conditions:This is a sedentary job that requires sufficient vision for significant reading, computer usage, and troubleshooting. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision. This work also requires an individual with sufficient hearing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note: This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.