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Production Technician

Milpitas, California, United States💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-30 → 2026-09-26

Core

Assemble, process, and inspect semiconductor, optical, and subassembly components in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment.

Role type

hourly operations technician (semiconductor/photonics assembly)

Builds

photonic and semiconductor subassemblies

Domain

semiconductor manufacturing / silicon photonics

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

wire bonding, optical edge coupling, precision alignment, fiber handling, cleanroom manufacturing, electrostatic discharge controls, MES usage, basic equipment troubleshooting, manual dexterity

Preferred skills

experience with fiber-optic cleaving, splicing, routing, handling semiconductor dies, operating automated assembly/inspection equipment

Technologies

MES, Windows computers, automation interfaces

Responsibilities

Assemble and inspect sensitive components using microscopes and precision tooling; support wire bonding, edge coupling, and optical alignment; handle and track materials and work-in-process; complete MES transactions; operate manufacturing equipment and perform basic troubleshooting; inspect completed work and identify defects; maintain build records and provide shift pass-downs; follow safety and quality requirements.

Seniority

Junior, hands-on IC

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