Job description
The core role of the Electronics/Fiber Optic Production Test Technician is to be responsible for the assembly, test and calibration of optical test instruments in the company product range to the required schedule while maintaining quality standards.
Troubleshooting and repair of optical test instruments.
Other activities will include supporting Service and on occasion Development.
Responsibilities
- Assemble, test and calibrate PCB assembly and product (both electronic and optical) following the documentation and using the equipment provided.
- Where required, to complete PCB assembly using IPC soldering principles.
- Programming PCB assemblies and product with firmware and software.
- To complete final quality checks and save/store any relevant data.
- To diagnose and resolve any problems (troubleshoot) that are identified during the production and testing process including replacing faulty components and reworking manufacturing defects.
- To gain efficiencies by improving processes and standardising reporting, removing friction where possible.
- To repair and calibrate customers equipment.
- Work with engineering to improve product design and performance.
- To support the new product development process as required where production allows.
- Responsible for their working environment including ESD compliance.
- To train new production staff.
- To ensure that all activities are undertaken and controlled in accordance with the Quality Management System (QMS). • Flexibility to perform any other tasks as required for the business.
Qualifications
Essential
Certified Production Technician (CPT) or equivalent
High School Diploma
Preferable
Associates degree in electronics/optical technology or equivalent
Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Computer Engineering Technology or equivalent
Experience
Work Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 1 semester internship in electro-optic design technology or equivalent experience in a full-time role
- Experience with electrical and optical test and measurement i.e. optical power meter, light source, oscilloscope
- Experience with surface mount and plated through hole soldering to IPC standard.
- Experience with optical and fiber optic technologies – fusion splicing
- An understanding of circuit schematics and troubleshooting methods
- Experience in documenting workload and processes
- Experience of working in an environment where a physical/technical product is at the core of the business
Preferable
- Experience of process improvement/LEAN principles, Six Sigma, 80/20 etc.
- Experience with the manufacture of medium volume SMT/PTH electronic assembly and modern production processes
- Electronics procurement/purchasing in a global environment to quality and cost requirements
- Working ERP knowledge
Professional skills and aptitude
Essential
- Soldering skills, including surface mount to IPC-A-610, PCB assembly
- Good hand-eye coordination and physical dexterity
- Focused, organised with attention to detail.
- Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting ability/skills
- Continuous Improvement mindset.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure.
- The ability to work autonomously and to work remotely from your line manager
- A flexible approach due to working in a small team
- Team player with good communication skills in English (written and verbal).
- Proficient user of Microsoft Office Packages – Word & Excel.
- Common sense approach with a proactive attitude & determination to succeed.
- Self-confident to take initiative and not afraid to ask questions or challenge.
Preferable
- Willingness to generate ideas and contribute to the wider team.
- Intuitive/curious/flexible learner.
