Test Operator

Viavi Solutions Inc.; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

VIAVI Solutions is hiring a Production Test Operator I to load products onto precision fixtures, orient them in test chambers, and ensure proper electrical connections to acquisition systems. You will control test execution through custom computer applications and support continuous improvement initiatives within the team.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication. The shift runs Monday through Friday from 5:00am to 1:00pm, with opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

• Tests electronic systems to ensure function according to specifications.
• Reads schedules, manuals, and diagrams to determine procedures.
• Operates computer-based and thermal dynamic test equipment.
• Supports continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Load products onto precision test fixtures and position them in test chambers.
• Control test execution and report status and complications.
• Assist in planning, scheduling, and developing new test methods.
• Maintain and improve test facilities and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Critical thinker

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Tools

Electronic test instruments

Thermal dynamic test equipment

Computer-based test systems

Job description

Summary: VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications. We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company – to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Working Hours: Monday- Friday 5:00am-1:00pm

Production Test Operator I is responsible for loading products onto precision test fixtures, loading fixtures into exact orientations in test chambers, securing electrical connections from products to electronic acquisition systems and controlling test execution through custom computer applications.

They are also a proponent for positive change and continuous improvement within the company.

• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on company success
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
• Team player
• Good time-management skills
• Highly ambitious self-starter
• Ability to focus on fine details
• Great interpersonal and communication skills

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements:

• Performs variety of electronic and electromechanical tests on electronic systems, subassemblies, and parts to ensure unit functions according to specifications or to determine cause of unit failure, using electronic test instruments:
• Reads test schedule, work orders, test manuals, performance specifications, wiring diagrams, and schematics to determine testing procedure and equipment to be used.
• Operate custom thermal dynamic test equipment.
• Operate computer-based test systems.
• Be a champion of positive attitude and leading the team in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Aide in test scheduling and planning as requested.
• Provide reporting on test status and complications.
• Support the reporting of test results.
• Supporting the development of new test methods.
• Supporting the maintenance and improvement of test facilities.
• Confers with engineers, technicians, production personnel, and others regarding testing procedures and results and to resolve problems.

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer - minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.

VIAVI empowers Service Providers and IT organizations to manage the network lifecycle for complex 5G and Fiber networks with intuitive instruments, systems and technologies; and our expertise in light management and optical coatings help protect the world's bank notes from counterfeiters, enhance the colors you see, and enable advanced technology such as 3D sensing.

We are a team of thought leaders who have the freedom to support and innovate and look for new effective and efficient solutions for our customers.