Production Associate (Starlink/Akoustis)

Responsibilities

• Operate process equipment to fabricate and characterize devices
• Follow work instructions detailed in Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
• Document production and statistical process control data
• Ensure safety and quality protocols are followed
• Communicate issues and suggest improvements to lead or supervisor
• Cross train across multiple tool sets
• Understand workflow through work center
• Understand tool operation and error messages
• Keep a clean, organized, and thoroughly maintained workspace
• Put safety as number one priority

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Prior Experience: Associate’s degree in technical discipline preferred
• Skills and Experience: Experience working in an electro-mechanical manufacturing company, a precision manufacturing company, or high-volume manufacturing company preferred
• Technical Skills: Experience with wafer/semiconductor handling, ability to read, interpret, and work from drawings and controlled documentation, proficiency in using a PC, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office suite
• Other: Excellent attention to detail, good communication and interpersonal skills

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment for extended periods
• Ability to follow PPE and safety protocols
• Work Schedule: Normal working hours (likely for the remainder of 2026) with potential shift changes starting in 2027

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation: Production Associate Level I: $22.00/hour
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, various other discounts and perks, 3 weeks of paid vacation, and 10 or more paid holidays per year

ITAR Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.