Senior Production Technician

Join us to Make an Impact

Innovation is in our DNA. We invented supercontinuum lasers and photonic crystal fibers and we constantly reimagine how our products can be used and improved. Our customers use our products in medical and life science research, quantum computing and space exploration.

We seek curious, creative and collaborative people to work in our cutting-edge company. Can you see yourself working in teams and providing solutions for innovators?

If you wish to apply, please contact us with your CV / Résumé. If you have a cover letter, please save this in one document with your CV / Résumé as you are only able to upload one document.

We look forward to hearing from you!

In this position, you will be an experienced manufacturer of Fiber lasers. Responsible for the production and performance of each module and that manufacturing complies with specifications.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for production and the testing and screening of modules in a range of products.
• Responsible for fault finding and making improvements to maximise efficiencies.
• Tests improvements.
• Assists in training & development of new Production Technicians.
• Gathers inputs to engineering through the life of the product including any changes or improvements to the product.
• Gives feedback to product engineers to ensure that design is manufacturable.
• Maintains up to date skills and training associated with the job.
  
  

Required Education, Experience, Skills, And Travel

• Relevant degree qualification, HNC equivalent, or relevant Quality qualification an advantage
• At least six years of experience in the photonics industry.
• Experience with multiple laser manufacturing methods. Experience with engineering documentation; bill of materials, work instructions, and assembly process documentation for new products.
• Multidisciplinary engineering experience in mechanics and fiber optics.
• Experience interacting with a range of other engineers.
• Organised, structured and methodical.
• Laser manufacturing.
• Management skills.
• Manufacturing techniques.
• Teamwork skills and mentoring of junior team members.
  
  

Travel Expectations

Up 5 % annually.

Additional Requirements

Must be able to read English and converse in English.

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