Wire Bond - Operator, Assembly

Key Responsibilities

• Perform manual and semi-automated wire bonding of chips and die to ceramic substrates and packages (e.g., TO can, LCC) using various gauges of wire.
• Set up, and operate wire bond equipment per approved work instructions and travelers.
• Handle optoelectronic devices using proper ESD, cleanliness, and contamination (FOD) control techniques.
• Support engineering builds, process development, and continuous improvement activities, as needed.
• Conduct visual inspection of assemblies under microscope to applicable MIL STD883 workmanship criteria.
• Perform basic electrical “go / no go” and at times more advanced testing using standard test fixtures and equipment.
• Identify, document, and report nonconforming material or process issues.
• Maintain accurate production records, travelers, and inspection results using our ERP system and shop floor interface.
• Package finished assemblies per work instructions and cleanliness requirements.
• Maintain material traceability and proper part identification throughout the process.
• Follow cleanroom protocols, including gowning, tool control, and housekeeping standards.
• Work effectively within a team environment to meet production schedules and quality goals.

Qualifications & Skills

• High School / GED or Technical trade school.
• 23 years’ experience in a manufacturing or technical environment.
• Prior experience in microelectronics or optoelectronic assembly preferred (wire bonding experience highly desired).
• Ability to work under a microscope and handle small, delicate components.
• Familiarity with ESD controls, cleanroom practices, and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong attention to detail, good manual dexterity, and ability to follow detailed instructions.

Misc.

• This position may require sitting for long periods at a microscope, bending, reaching, visual acuity for inspection, and lifting up to 30 lbs.
• This position may require wearing complete fab attire for an entire shift and meeting all safety and cleanroom requirements which can include: Hand Hygiene, Personal Item Removal, Gowning Area Preparation, Order of Gowning, Shoe Covers, Hair Covers, Face Masks, Coveralls/Gowns, Gloves, Additional Garments, Final Inspection and maintaining proper protocols.

This position requires you to work in a clean room environment which is temperature and humidity controlled.

About the role

We are scaling tomorrow's world, TODAY! We continue to expand our team, a team is shaping the future of our industry and share our passion to reveal the invisible!

Requirements

Full-time, non-exempt role located at our Salem, NH Facility.

Benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. GPD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.