Vacuum Technician

AMSC; Westminster (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AMSC is seeking a candidate to join the SPS production group focused on vacuum processing, leak checking, and precise measurements of components and systems. The role requires knowledge of vacuum systems and related components, with emphasis on setup, maintenance, and measurement tasks.

The ideal candidate has an AS degree or equivalent with 5–10 years of relevant manufacturing experience and familiarity with vacuum pumps and sensors used in production equipment.

Qualifications

• AS degree in a related field and/or 5–10 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Experience with vacuum roughing pumps, blowers, turbo pumps, cryogenic vacuum pumps and vacuum sensors preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining vacuum equipment in a manufacturing facility.
• High school education required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and breakdown of vacuum systems/products.
• Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Follow written policies, procedures, and work instructions for vacuum processing, leak checking, and measurements.
• Long-term projects include equipment upgrades and implementation.

Skills

Manufacturing processes

Quality improvement

Self-starter

Verbal and written communication

MS Office (Excel/Word/Project)

Education

AS degree or equivalent + 5–10 years experience

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

The successful candidate will work as part of the SPS production group vacuum processing, leak checking and measuring various components and systems. The types of equipment are as follows: gas / vacuum control and handling equipment, cryogenic equipment, and various equipment used in the production of SPS products. Knowledge of vacuum systems and related vacuum components is required.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of machine assembly, vacuum, component level troubleshooting and wiring required.
• Day-to-day activities of this position include set up and breakdown of systems/product, preventive maintenance, unplanned maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment/product issues.
• Must be able to follow written policies, procedures, and/or work instructions to complete critical vacuum processing, leak check, and critical measurement activities.
• Long-term projects include equipment upgrades and implementation.

Education – Experience

• AS degree in relatable field and/or 5 – 10 years of demonstrated relevant manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of vacuum roughing pumps, blowers, turbo pumps, cryogenic vacuum pumps and vacuum sensors used in manufacturing and production equipment is preferred.
• Must have experience in troubleshooting and maintaining vacuum equipment in a manufacturing facility.
• High school education required.

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and techniques.
• Strong understanding of quality improvement techniques applied in a production / manufacturing environment.
• Self-starter and independent working attributes are essential.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with MS Office software, including Excel, Word, and MS Project.