Precision Fiber Draw Technician

Lightera; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Lightera is seeking a Fiber Draw Manufacturing Technician in Avon, CT to operate fiber draw towers and follow detailed work instructions. You’ll monitor quality, troubleshoot equipment, and support process engineering in a highly controlled, ISO-aligned setting.

The role requires 1–3 years in manufacturing, reading drawings and prints, strong math skills, and a safety-first mindset. Competitive hourly pay with shift differentials, benefits, and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's Degree or additional technical training preferred.
• 1-3 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Technical, mechanical, or industrial background preferred.
• Experience with extrusion, optical fiber, or cable manufacturing is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in learning advanced manufacturing processes.
• Ability to learn and adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions.
• Ability to read drawings and understand product specifications.
• Strong math skills, including fractions, decimals, metrics, formulas, conversions, and basic calculations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate fiber draw towers used to manufacture specialty fiber optic products.
• Follow production prints, recipes, work orders, and established workmanship standards.
• Review work orders, materials, specifications, and process requirements.
• Monitor production processes to ensure engineering and quality specifications are met.
• Identify and communicate equipment and process issues to appropriate support personnel.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment and process problems to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency.
• Support Process Engineering with the development and documentation of new or revised process conditions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and projects supporting department and business objectives.
• Maintain accurate production information and documentation.
• Follow all company safety procedures, personnel policies, and ISO guidelines.
• Properly handle, label, and dispose of chemicals and materials used in fiber manufacturing.
• Maintain a clean, climate-controlled, modern manufacturing facility.
• State-of-the-art manufacturing equipment.

Skills

Math skills

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Reading drawings

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree or technical training

Tools

Industrial machinery operation

Process control equipment

Job description

Lightera is seeking a Fiber Draw Manufacturing Technician in Avon, CT to operate fiber draw towers and follow detailed work instructions. You’ll monitor quality, troubleshoot equipment, and support process engineering in a highly controlled, ISO-aligned setting.

The role requires 1–3 years in manufacturing, reading drawings and prints, strong math skills, and a safety-first mindset. Competitive hourly pay with shift differentials, benefits, and growth opportunities are provided.