Precise Wire Bond Operator in Cleanroom Optoelectronics

GPD Optoelectronics Corp.; Salem (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GPD Optoelectronics Corp. seeks a Wire Bonder to join our Salem, NH manufacturing team.

The role involves precision wire bonding, assembly, inspection, and basic electrical testing of optoelectronic components in a controlled cleanroom environment. Responsibilities include preparing materials, operating wire bond equipment, performing visual and electrical checks, maintaining records, and ensuring strict ESD and cleanliness standards.

Qualifications

• High School / GED or Technical trade school.
• 23 years’ experience in a manufacturing or technical environment.
• Prior experience in microelectronics or optoelectronic assembly preferred (wire bonding experience highly desired).
• Ability to work under a microscope and handle small, delicate components.
• Familiarity with ESD controls, cleanroom practices, and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and semi-automated wire bonding of chips and die to ceramic substrates and packages using various gauges of wire.
• Prep material, set up, and operate wire bond equipment per approved work instructions and travelers.
• Handle optoelectronic devices using proper ESD, cleanliness, and contamination control techniques.
• Support engineering builds, process development, and continuous improvement activities, as needed.
• Conduct visual inspection of assemblies under microscope to MIL STD883 workmanship criteria.
• Perform basic electrical tests using standard test fixtures and equipment.
• Identify, document, and report nonconforming material or process issues.
• Maintain accurate production records, travelers, and inspection results using ERP system.
• Package finished assemblies per work instructions and cleanliness requirements.
• Maintain material traceability and proper part identification throughout the process.
• Follow cleanroom protocols, gowning, tool control, and housekeeping standards.
• Work effectively within a team environment to meet production schedules and quality goals.
• Handle safe operation and PPE in a cleanroom environment.

Skills

Wire bonding

Cleanroom environment

ESD controls

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma

Technical trade school

Tools

Wire bond equipment

Job description

GPD Optoelectronics Corp. seeks a Wire Bonder to join our Salem, NH manufacturing team.

The role involves precision wire bonding, assembly, inspection, and basic electrical testing of optoelectronic components in a controlled cleanroom environment. Responsibilities include preparing materials, operating wire bond equipment, performing visual and electrical checks, maintaining records, and ensuring strict ESD and cleanliness standards.