Production Technician

Role Overview

The Production Technician supports the manufacturing of final assembly and subassemblies for dilution refrigerators. Key responsibilities include hands-on fabrication and assembly, operating specialized production equipment, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on fabrication and assembly of different systems
• Operate and support sinter presses, sinter ovens, braze ovens, and associated tooling
• Execute brazing and joining operations per approved work instructions and quality standards
• Perform vacuum and sniffer leak checking of dilution subassemblies and components
• Accurately record process parameters, inspection results, and production data
• Follow and contribute to standard work instructions, process controls, and quality documentation
• Support Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities, including in-process and final inspections
• Perform basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting of production equipment as required
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Science, and Qualification teams to resolve issues and improve processes
• Provide feedback to improve safety, quality, yield, and productivity
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workspace in accordance with 5S and safety standards

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience fabricating complex and/or delicate mechanical assemblies
• Hands-on experience operating production equipment (presses, ovens, furnaces, leak checkers, etc.)
• Ability to interpret and follow Standard Work Instructions, process specifications, and quality standards
• Proficient use of hand tools and calibrated measurement tools (calipers, tape measure, multimeter)
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Jira) and fundamental math skills
• Continuous improvement mindset with a “do it right the first time” approach
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to process discipline

Desired Skills and Experience

• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts (5S, Kaizen, Gemba, Kanban)
• Experience with vacuum leak checking (helium mass spec, sniffer testing)
• Experience operating sintering, brazing, or thermal processing equipment
• Familiarity with tube fittings (KF, CF, VCR, compression, Aeroquip)
• Ability to read and understand Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Experience working with pumps, pressure gauges, pressure vessels, flow meters, and pneumatics
• Experience with welding, soldering, and brazing
• Background in startup, R&D, or prototype manufacturing environments
• Experience producing laboratory, cryogenic, or robotics equipment is a plus
• Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Pay

The hourly base rate for this position is $26-$31. Final salary will be based on candidate experience.