Production Engineering Technician

Diamond Foundry; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamond Foundry is seeking a Senior Production Engineering Technician to enhance manufacturing processes for innovative diamond technology. The role involves SOP development, equipment operation, and the safe handling of hazardous materials, with an emphasis on collaboration and compliance to safety standards. Join a pioneering team at the forefront of tech manufacturing!

Benefits

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in operating production tools and equipment.
• Strong understanding of chemical safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Operate production tools and perform maintenance.
• Handle and process hazardous chemicals safely.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

High-volume manufacturing experience

Tools

Analytical instruments

Job description

Diamond Foundry Inc. is solving the thermal limitation at the foundation of today's most exciting tech industries -- AI & cloud compute, electric-car power electronics, and 5G/6G wireless. We have managed to produce the world's first single-crystal diamond wafers and are now on a mission to put a diamondbehind every chip. We are the rare unicorn that has grown fast and profitably. We received $515m in funding and are executing a multi-$B expansion plan for one of the greenest forms of tech manufacturing: converting greenhouse gas into diamond wafers using zero-emission energy.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Production Engineering Technician to join our team and play a pivotal role in the development and scaling of our groundbreaking new process. This individual will be instrumental in the pilot production phase, working hands-on to run initial processes, validate new methods, and meticulously document every step. A self-starter with a keen eye for detail, the ideal candidate will collaborate closely with engineering teams to translate innovative designs into robust, manufacturable processes, contributing significantly to the successful launch of our next-generation products. This will be a temp-to-hire role in our Fremont location.

Responsibilities

• SOP Development & Documentation: Author, revise, and maintain detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and other critical manufacturing documentation to ensure standardization and compliance.
• Hands-on Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Proficiently operate a wide range of production tools and equipment, performing routine and preventative maintenance to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Hazardous Chemical Handling & Safety: Safely handle, store, and work with various hazardous chemicals in strict adherence to safety protocols, MSDS guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Material Preparation & Processing: Prepare, weigh, and mix raw materials based on provided batch calculations. Operate high-temperature furnaces for glass melting. Pour or cast molten glass into molds or onto metal plates. Follow all safety procedures for high-temperature and high-pressure glasswork. Handle hazardous chemicals (e.g., HF, toxic metals) with proper PPE and disposal protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience in Manufacturing: Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, ideally in a production or process engineering support role. Glass working experience and Batch Calculation Understanding are a plus.
• Tool & Equipment Proficiency: Demonstrated high-level proficiency in operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining diverse production tools and manufacturing equipment. Experience with Analytical instruments is preferred.
• Documentation Expertise: Proven track record of successfully developing, writing, and implementing comprehensive technical documentation, including SOPs and work instructions.
• Chemical Safety Acumen: Comfortable and experienced working with hazardous chemicals, with a strong understanding of chemical safety principles, proper handling, and PPE utilization.
• Problem-Solving & Communication Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams.

$28 - $40 an hour

Diamond Foundry believes in supporting our employees from the workplace to their personal and home life. We provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Perks include employee discounts to VRAI. All benefits offered are available starting your first day.

Diamond Foundry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

Diamond Foundry Inc. is committed to operating in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our manufacturing and engineering departments adhere to the highest standards of legal and regulatory compliance. Additionally, these departments may have specific physical requirements to ensure the safety and efficiency of our operations. We prioritize the well-being of our employees and strive to create a work environment that promotes both legal compliance and the optimal functioning of our manufacturing and engineering processes.

Manufacturing and Engineering Departments Physical Requirements:

-Use appropriate PPE and follow all safety policies, practices, and procedures.

-This position will often: Sit, stand for long periods, walk, grasp, reach with hands and arms, lift below and above shoulders, bend, twist at the waist, climb, balance, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, talk, hear, see, use fine finger manipulation, and complete repetitive motions.

-Some tasks may require the use of ladders or stairs

-Some tasks may require driving or the use of foot controls

-Lift/carry and push/pull up to 50 pound

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