Micro Assembly Technician

Automation Personnel Services; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, dental, vision, short-termdis

Life insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services seeks a detail-oriented Micro Assembly Technician to support the manufacturing line for optoelectronic LD components in Sugar Land, Texas. The role blends operator and technician duties with hands-on assembly, microscopic inspection, and precise work under a microscope.

The candidate should have 2+ years in micro-scale assembly, strong manual dexterity, and experience reading drawings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years in precision assembly, microelectronics, semiconductor, or related manufacturing.
• Experience working under a microscope for extended periods.
• Hands-on experience handling small, delicate components.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and perform repetitive tasks accurately.
• Basic understanding of cleanroom and ESD practices.
• Experience with laser diode assembly, photonics, or fiber optics.
• Experience with wire bonding or micro-soldering techniques.
• Familiarity with semiconductor or optoelectronics manufacturing processes.
• Able to read basic engineering drawings or schematics.
• Experience with rework and repair of micro-components.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Steady hands and precision-focused workmanship.
• Patience for repetitive, delicate tasks.
• Problem-solving mindset for rework and defect identification.
• Strong accountability for quality and output.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision assembly of optoelectronic components under a microscope.
• Handle microscopic components ranging from 1 mm to 250 microns in size.
• Conduct wire bonding and alignment of wires as small as 1 mil (25 microns).
• Utilize microscopes and precision tools to assemble, align, and inspect parts to tight tolerances.
• Modify assemblies to meet engineering and quality standards as required.
• Follow detailed work instructions, SOPs and drawings with high accuracy.
• Perform in-process inspections to ensure quality and yield targets.
• Maintain proper documentation of completed work including defect tracking.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to yield, quality, and efficiency.
• Adhere to cleanroom, ESD, and safety procedures.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Microscope work

Attention to detail

Reading engineering drawings

Problem solving

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Micro Assembly Technician

Automation Personnel is seeking a detail-oriented Micro Assembly Technician to support the manufacturing line for advanced optoelectronic components for a company based in Sugar Land, Texas. This role combines responsibilities of both Operators and Technicians, requiring hands‑on assembly, microscopic inspection, and precision work of laser diode (LD) components.

Pay Rate

$25.00 an hour

Schedule and Hours

• Monday through Wednesday (alternating Sundays) 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
• Thursday through Saturday (alternating Sundays) 7:00 am to 7:00 pm

Micro Assembly Technician Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform precision assembly of optoelectronic components, including laser diodes (LDs) and related subassemblies.
• Handle and manipulate microscopic components ranging from 1 mm to 250 microns in size
• Conduct fine wire bonding, placement, and alignment of wires as small as 1 mil diameter (25 microns) under a microscope.
• Utilize microscopes and precision tools to assemble, align, and inspect components to tight tolerances.
• Execute modification of assemblies to meet engineering and quality standards.
• Follow detailed work instructions, SOPs, and engineering drawings with high accuracy.
• Perform in-process inspections to ensure product quality and yield targets are met.
• Maintain proper documentation of completed work, including tracking and reporting defects or issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to yield, quality, and process efficiency.
• Adhere to cleanroom protocols, ESD requirements, and safety procedures.

Micro Assembly Technician Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in precision assembly, microelectronics, semiconductor, or related manufacturing environment.
• Experience working under a microscope for extended periods.
• Hands‑on experience handling small‑scale or delicate components
• Strong manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and perform repetitive tasks with high accuracy.
• Basic understanding of cleanroom and ESD practices.
• Experience with laser diode (LD) assembly, photonics, or fiber optics
• Experience with wire bonding or micro‑soldering techniques.
• Familiarity with semiconductor or optoelectronics manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings or schematics.
• Prior experience with rework and repair of micro‑components.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Steady hands and precision‑focused workmanship.
• Patience and ability to work on highly repetitive, delicate tasks.
• Problem‑solving mindset for rework and defect identification.
• Strong accountability for quality and output.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Job Type

Full-time, Temporary to Hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

Bonus Opportunity!

We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

Equal Opportunity Employer