Production Test Technician (Fiber & Photonics)

Lightera; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffmark is partnering with a major Avon-area manufacturing partner to hire a Production Test Technician for their advanced fiber and cable operation. The role involves testing and measurement with advanced equipment, quality focus, and a drive for continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with Engineering and Production to meet workmanship standards, participate in Lean initiatives, and support cost-saving projects while maintaining traceability and daily audits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and understand complex manufacturing drawings and process layouts.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Toyota Production System concepts preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform production testing of specialty optical fiber and cable according to established test methods and procedures.
• Operate advanced test and measurement equipment to evaluate product performance.
• Follow manufacturing drawings, prints, recipes, process layouts, and established workmanship standards.
• Work closely with Test & Reliability Engineering and provide support as needed.
• Monitor production test processes, equipment condition, and overall process flow.
• Identify and communicate equipment or process issues that could impact production or quality.
• Enter test results and key measurement data into manufacturing databases to maintain product traceability.
• Communicate product performance information to Production and Engineering teams.
• Confirm in-process quality meets established workmanship and customer requirements.
• Exercise sound judgment and stop production when necessary to prevent poor-quality product from reaching the customer.
• Maintain daily audits, checklists, and visual controls to support process sustainability.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, waste reduction, ergonomics, and efficiency.
• Participate in Lean manufacturing events and cost-saving projects using structured problem-solving approaches.
• Utilize Lean tools such as A3, standard work, layered audits, visual controls, FMEA, 6S, and SPC.
• Support other production processes and departments based on business needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Lean Manufacturing knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Staffmark is partnering with a major Avon-area manufacturing partner to hire a Production Test Technician for their advanced fiber and cable operation. The role involves testing and measurement with advanced equipment, quality focus, and a drive for continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with Engineering and Production to meet workmanship standards, participate in Lean initiatives, and support cost-saving projects while maintaining traceability and daily audits.