Test Technician

About the role

Ligthera is seeking a Test Technician to join our Production Test department's 2nd shift in Avon, CT. This position supports our business growth and requires a strong background in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform test and measurement tasks for specialty optical fiber and cables according to established test methods using advanced test and measurement equipment.
• Obtain from and provide support to Test & Reliability Engineering.
• Maintain production test process flow, equipment health, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Input key test measurement attributes into the manufacturing database for traceability and effective communication back to SFPG and engineering regarding product performance.
• Report production status daily using visual controls and adjust based on ahead or behind.
• Initiate, lead, or participate in lean events and cost savings projects in waste elimination, quality, ergonomics, and other process improvement activities and projects using the PCDA approach.
• Confirm in-process quality meets workmanship standards.
• Exercise good judgment by stopping to ensure that poor quality doesn’t make it to the customer.
• Perform other related duties as required by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Read and understand complex manufacturing drawings/process layouts.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing/Toyota Production System concepts and associated tools preferred.
• Knowledge of Material Flow, Shop Floor Control, and ISO 9001:2000 requirements preferred.
• Keen attention to detail is critical.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Read and understand complex manufacturing drawings/process layouts.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing/Toyota Production System concepts and associated tools preferred.
• Knowledge of Material Flow, Shop Floor Control, and ISO 9001:2000 requirements preferred.
• Keen attention to detail is critical.

Skills

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with advanced test and measurement equipment.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries, with a 20% premium on our weekend shift.
• 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.
• 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.

Pay

Competitive salaries, with a 20% premium on our weekend shift.

Schedule

2nd shift