Precision Assembly Technician (Optics & Instruments)

Unchained Labs; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Health and retirement plans

Job summary

Unchained Labs in Pleasanton, California is seeking a full-time Production Technician to join our instruments manufacturing team. The technician will assemble complex electromechanical modules, calibrate systems, and test to specification, following detailed work instructions and supporting documentation.

You will work with engineers to troubleshoot issues, maintain accurate Device History Records, and support multiple products as production priorities shift.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree or technical certificate preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and assembly documentation.
• Comfortable working with small parts, electrical connectors, ribbon cables, and delicate optical components.
• Comfortable working with changing priorities while maintaining quality and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble complex electromechanical, fluidic, optical, and mechanical subassemblies and complete instruments following work instructions, drawings, BOMs, and quality docs.
• Calibrate, align, and test intricate mechanical and electronic systems to specification.
• Perform optical integration and alignment procedures for illumination systems and optical components.
• Route and secure wiring and PCBs with proper cable management and workmanship.
• Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot problems and provide process feedback.
• Complete DHRs, manufacturing travelers, inspection records, and production docs per quality system.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High-school diploma

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Manufacturing software

Job description

Unchained Labs in Pleasanton, California is seeking a full-time Production Technician to join our instruments manufacturing team. The technician will assemble complex electromechanical modules, calibrate systems, and test to specification, following detailed work instructions and supporting documentation.

You will work with engineers to troubleshoot issues, maintain accurate Device History Records, and support multiple products as production priorities shift.