Optical Wafer Fabrication Technician

JENOPTIK; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jenoptik in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a detail-oriented manufacturing technician for micro-optical device production using wafer fabrication processes such as photolithography, etching, metrology, and inspection.

You will perform inline quality assurance, support process improvements, maintain documentation, and adhere to safety policies while collaborating with engineers and production teams.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or higher preferred.
• Detail-oriented; excellent workmanship; good dexterity for handling delicate wafers and optical components.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• U.S. Citizenship or Qualified U.S. worker.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for manufacturing micro-optical devices and related wafers using semiconductor processes (photolithography, plasma etching, wet etching, metrology, dicing, inspection).
• Perform in-line quality assurance and support continuous improvement.
• Support critical outsourced value creation steps in production flow.
• Follow safety policies; proper handling of chemicals; wear PPE as required.
• Ensure accurate data entry in documentation and systems (e.g., JOSH).
• Set up, qualify, and operate equipment per specifications.
• Monitor tools and production processes; alert engineering to issues.
• Become certified on at least one tool set and inspection/metrology tools.
• Communicate effectively with peers, engineers, and managers.
• Proficient with WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Strong communication

Dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Jenoptik in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a detail-oriented manufacturing technician for micro-optical device production using wafer fabrication processes such as photolithography, etching, metrology, and inspection.

You will perform inline quality assurance, support process improvements, maintain documentation, and adhere to safety policies while collaborating with engineers and production teams.