Technician - 1st shift

Ams Osram; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ams Osram is seeking a 1st Shift Technician to independently lead daily operations and support continuous improvements in our automotive lamps production. You will monitor high‑speed equipment, ensure production targets, and collaborate across maintenance, engineering, and management teams to address issues and optimize performance.

We value hands‑on technical skills, strong communication, and the ability to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED.
• 2–5 years of related mechanical/technical experience.
• Willingness to attend training or formal classes.
• Excellent communication with all levels of staff.
• Capable of fulfilling physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor high‑speed lamp making equipment in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain production requirements, provide training, and drive process improvements.
• Support maintenance and engineering in equipment optimization.
• Keep production, quality, SPC, and maintenance records.
• Collaborate with managers, foreman, supervisors, and hourly staff to address needs.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Mechanical experience

Willingness to train

Strong communication

Physical stamina

Job description

As Business Unit Automotive Solutions & Lamps we support our vision and strategy by expanding our leading position in the automotive lighting market in OEM and Aftermarket. We are in a global leadership position in the automotive lamps business in traditional and LED applications and offer industry leading products in LED lighting to global OEM customers (e.g. with exchangeable LED light sources). We also tackle new growth opportunities in the Aftermarket with our automotive care and equipment portfolio.

Job Summary:

• Works independently with limited supervision leading daily operations of teams or groups, or as a higher-level technical resource.

• Maintains production requirements, provides training, and directs process improvements, as well as optimization of the processes and equipment to improve efficiency, output and performance.

• Monitors the operation and maintenance of assigned pieces of complex high-speed lamp making equipment in a fast-paced environment.

• This machinery includes electrical, pneumatic and mechanical components that interact simultaneously, comprising of a production line system.

• In conjunction with department Maintenance Foreman, Engineers and Management, they will develop process, maintenance and equipment improvement strategies to yield continuous improvement results.

• The Technician will also foster team excellence through direct support for the Managers, Maintenance Foreman, Supervisors, Engineers and hourly production associates.

• Will be required to utilize various forms of testing equipment, follow detailed product specifications and prints.

• Will be required to maintain the appropriate production, quality, SPC, maintenance records for assigned position, and to interact with machine information systems.

• At any time may assist in lower grade jobs in the department

• Ability to perform project work.

• The incumbent must be able to work flexible hours (overtime, weekends) and shutdown periods as required on a continual basis to address the technical concerns and needs of all shifts and the department.

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Competitive Wages - We invest in our employees' health and well-being by including rewards & incentives built into our already robust compensation & benefit package

• Growth Opportunities - With continuous training and tuition reimbursement to aid your development, your career will never stand still. We have structured career paths to get you to exactly where you want to go!

• Fun Culture - Enjoy team-building activities, company events, and a positive, inclusive atmosphere.

• Innovative Spirit - Be part of a culture that encourages your ideas and implements employee feedback into daily operations.

• Benefits Package - Comprehensive and affordable health, dental, and vision plans available day one, plus a 401 (k) with up to a 6% company match fully vested after 30 days!

• Work-Life Balance - Varied shifts to fit your lifestyle, 17 days' PTO, and 11 paid holidays.

• Even more perks - Onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, BenefitHub Employee Perk Program (Save Big- Every Day!), and so much more!

1st Shift Technician 6:30am-3pm
Pay Rate: $30/hour

Tech Qualifications:

• High School graduate or GED required
• 2-5 Years minimum related mechanical & technical experience
• Willingness to attend training or formal classes/certifications required for the position.
• Must possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to effectively work with all skill sets, including Hourly Production Associates, Mechanics, various levels of Management & Engineering
• Must be able to fulfill the physical requirements of the job