Optical Processing Technician (Semiconductors)

TL;DR

Optical Processing Technician (Semiconductors): Fabricate advanced optical components for semiconductor photolithography machines through machining glass with CNC, grinding and polishing surfaces, operating deposition chambers, precise assembly, and metrology measurements with an accent on precision quality, safety, and 5S standards. Focus on monitoring equipment, inspecting and cleaning components, escalating issues, and driving continuous improvements in processing methods.

Location: Onsite in Wilton, CT, US. Back End Days shift 6am–6pm (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, alternate Wednesday), compressed 12-hour shifts rotating 3–4 days/week. Must be work authorized in the United States without employer sponsorship. Access to controlled technology required.

Company

Global leader in developing lithography systems for the semiconductor industry.

What you will do

• Monitor and take ownership of optical processing equipment, maintaining 5S standards.
• Handle delicate optical components, visually inspect for abnormalities, map defects, and clean surfaces.
• Perform precision tasks including CNC machining, grinding, polishing, coating, alignment, assembly, and metrology measurements.
• Execute assigned work to meet production schedules and escalate quality or safety concerns timely.
• Collaborate with Production Engineering and Management to improve efficiency, safety, quality, and cycle time.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and assist with training employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree in vocational trade preferred.
• Previous manufacturing experience or vocational certification preferable.
• Familiarity with measuring equipment: microscopes, calipers, micrometers, CMM, interferometer.
• Attention to detail, results orientation, organization, mathematical/geometrical data interpretation.
• Effective communication, problem documentation, self-motivation, and dexterity for handling optics.
• Comfortable in cleanroom with coveralls, around lasers, chemicals, noise, cranes, and physical demands (lift 35 lbs).
• Participation in continuous improvement (kaizen, quality circles) experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Values safety, continuous improvement, teamwork, and individual accountability.
• Reasonable accommodations provided for applicants and employees with disabilities.