Operator, Assembly (Small-part Assembly)

GPD Optoelectronics Corp.; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

GPD Optoelectronics Corp. in Salem, NH is seeking a full-time Small Part Assembler to build semiconductor assemblies with meticulous attention to detail. You will work under cleanroom conditions, using microscopes and fine tools to assemble and test components per engineering drawings.

Strong manual dexterity and the ability to follow precise procedures are essential. The role reports to the Director of Operations and requires wearing cleanroom attire throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and follow assembly drawings, verbal instructions, and engineering sketches.
• Proven manual dexterity and steady hands for small parts handling.
• Willingness to wear cleanroom attire and work under controlled conditions.

Responsibilities

• Complete detailed and precise mechanical assembly of semiconductor assemblies requiring dexterity in handling small tools and parts.
• Mount, align, and perform in-process testing to ensure final assemblies meet prescribed specifications.
• Create electrical interconnects using gold wire bonding tools.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and work from assembly drawings, verbal instructions, and engineering sketches.
• Uses precision measuring instruments to ensure conformance with dimensional and electrical specifications and tolerances.
• Work for prolonged periods under stereo zoom microscope.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Good communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microscopes

Gold wire bonding tools

Screwdrivers

Tweezers

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Are you looking to join a team that influences the future in optics and more?

Are you seeking an opportunity to take on interesting tasks and challenging projects?

Our Assemblers are actually “Small Part Assemblers” who continually work with their hands and deal with extremely small details.

With the assistance of microscopes and tweezers, our Assemblers will build components and sub-assemblies for high-powered products. Every customer is different; and every customer has a unique ask so following specific procedures and instructions while operating machinery and often times sitting or standing at a workstation for periods of time is required.

All of these tasks are performed in a clean room environment which is temperature and humidity controlled. Additional requirements include wearing a gown, bouffant, gloves, booties, and safety glasses. In addition, our commitment to a FOD-free environment includes: no cosmetics, hair containment and more!

This full-time, non-exempt role will be located in Salem, NH and will report to the Director of Operations.

Essential Functions

• Complete detailed and precise mechanical assembly of semiconductor assemblies requiring dexterity in handling small tools and parts.
• Mount, align, and perform in-process testing to ensure final assemblies meet prescribed specifications.
• Create electrical interconnects using gold wire bonding tools.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and work from assembly drawings, verbal instructions, and engineering sketches.
• Uses precision measuring instruments to ensure conformance with dimensional and electrical specifications and tolerances.
• Work for prolonged periods under stereo zoom microscope.

Skills & Abilities

Wear complete fab attire for an entire shift and meet all safety and cleanroom requirements which can include:

• Hand Hygiene, Personal Item Removal, Gowning Area Preparation,
• Order of Gowning, Shoe Covers, Hair Covers, Face Masks, Coveralls/Gowns,
• Gloves, Additional Garments, Final Inspection and maintaining proper protocols.

Attention to detail and above average hand eye coordination is required for this position.

Must have good manual dexterity and be able to work with small components.

Ability to use microscopes, screwdrivers tweezers, and other miscellaneous tools.

Should be knowledgeable about handling and working the various adhesives and epoxies.

Ability to work independently under general supervision.

Good communication skills.

Exceptional attention to detail

High school diploma or equivalent.

Education, Requirements, And Experience

• Ability to maintain a high level of quality awareness by adhering to policies and procedures; guarantees parts meet our quality expectations.
• Ability to identify, multi-task, and resolve multiple priority issues quickly.
• Ability to approach tasks in a detail-oriented manner.
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions.

Semiconductor Experience And J-STD-001 Certified Is Preferred.

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate