Manufacturing Technician

About the role

Lightera is a global leader in optical fiber and connectivity solutions, delivering innovative technologies that drive communication networks, data centers, and specialty photonics applications. We are seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join our division located in Avon, CT, to support our continued business growth.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the equipment to drill and machine fiber optic preforms to print.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on the equipment (cleaning, emptying and replenishing coolant tanks and filters).
• Perform tooling changeovers between the different products.
• Inspect the quality of the work output against drawings and/or specifications.
• Maintain database of process and inspection results and periodically review process stability.
• Maintain an appropriate tooling inventory.
• Capable of running multiple machines concurrently.
• Maintain a safe work area 6S and audit documentation.
• Support production rod draw needs.
• Complete material transactions in JDE for work completed and report scrap.
• Identify machine related issues that require Engineering or Maintenance support.
• Participate Total Preventative Maintenance program.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or equivalent required.
• An Associate Degree in Engineering discipline a plus.
• CNC operation experience, 2 years minimum.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with machine tools and gauges.
• Experience with machining of glass materials desired.
• Troubleshooting equipment and process.
• Knowledge of Metrology.
• Knowledge of Geometric Tolerancing.
• Ability to write procedures and read and understand complex manufacturing drawings/process layouts.
• Demonstrate positive attitude, excellent organizational skills, leadership ability, and attention to detail.
• Effective in time management and efficiently pass jobs through the work-flow.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries, with an 8% premium on 2nd shift, and 12% premium on 3rd.
• Generous benefits programs, including health, dental, vision and well-being.
• Company-sponsored 401(k) plan with a generous match and no vesting period.
• Tuition assistance, on-the-job training and opportunities for growth and advancement.
• We promote from within.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program and paid holidays.
• Casual work environment, PPE, safety eyeglass and shoe allowance.
• Consistent shifts and schedules.
• Clean, climate-controlled, modern facility with state of the art equipment.
• Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors.