Manufacturing Technician, Fiber Draw

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 expanding our Fiber Draw departments' 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts to support our business growth in Avon, CT.

Responsibilities

• The set-up and operation of fiber draw towers for manufacturing of specialty fiber optic products.
• Review work orders, materials, specifications and process requirements.
• Follow Lightera Personnel Policies & Safety Procedures and ISO guidelines.
• Ensure all chemicals used in fiber manufacturing processes are handled, labeled and disposed of according to procedure.
• Promptly inform the Supervisor or safety manager of any safety concerns.
• Participate in improvement initiatives to meet department goals and/or business objectives.
• Support process engineering developing and documenting new or revised process conditions as assigned.
• Carefully coordinate efforts to correct equipment/process problems in order to minimize down-time and maximize efficiency and yield.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work area where applicable (6S).
• Seek opportunities for, and support, continuous improvement efforts, both individually and departmentally.
• Notify support personnel of equipment/process problems in a timely manner in order to minimize unplanned down time.
• Support all production processes, other departments or jobs, and other operators, based on the needs of the business.

Requirements

• AS or High School Diploma required.
• Additional education or technical training preferred.
• 1-3 years of Manufacturing Experience.
• Technical or mechanical background, or interest.
• Extrusion or optical fiber cable experience preferred.
• Willing and able to train and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to read and convey work instructions.
• Able to read drawings to ensure that product meets customer specifications.
• Must have good math skills (strong understanding of fractions, decimals, metrics, formulas, and the ability to do simple conversions and calculations using a calculator).
• Basic computer skills required.

Qualifications

• Willing and able to train and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to read and convey work instructions.
• Able to read drawings to ensure that product meets customer specifications.
• Must have good math skills (strong understanding of fractions, decimals, metrics, formulas, and the ability to do simple conversions and calculations using a calculator).
• Basic computer skills required.

Skills

• Good math skills (fractions, decimals, metrics, formulas, conversions).
• Strong reading and comprehension skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and read drawings.
• Basic computer skills.

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.
• PPE, safety eyeglass and shoe allowance.
• Consistent shifts and schedules.
• Clean, climate-controlled, modern facility with state of the art equipment.
• Employees are role models for safe work practices and behaviors.

Pay

• Competitive salaries, with an 8% premium on 2nd shift, and 12% premium on 3rd.

Schedule

• Consistent shifts and schedules.