Micro Assembly Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Micro Assembly Technician

Automation Personnel is seeking a detail-oriented Micro Assembly Technician to support the manufacturing line for advanced optoelectronic components for a company based in Sugar Land, Texas. This role combines responsibilities of both Operators and Technicians, requiring hands-on assembly, microscopic inspection, and precision work of laser diode (LD) components.

The ideal candidate will work with extremely small-scale parts ranging from 1 mm down to 250 microns, performing delicate operations under a microscope, including alignment and handling of small micro-scale components that are critical to the product performance

Pay Rate
$25.00 an hour

Schedule and Hours
Monday through Wednesday (alternating Sundays) 7:00 am to 7:00 pm

Thursday through Saturday (alternating Sundays) 7:00 am to 7:00 pm

Micro Assembly Technician Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform precision assembly of optoelectronic components, including laser diodes (LDs) and related subassemblies.

• Handle and manipulate microscopic components ranging from 1 mm to 250 microns in size

• Conduct fine wire bonding, placement, and alignment of wires as small as 1 mil diameter (25 microns) under a microscope.

• Utilize microscopes and precision tools to assemble, align, and inspect components to tight tolerances.

• Execute modification of assemblies to meet engineering and quality standards.

• Follow detailed work instructions, SOPs, and engineering drawings with high accuracy.

• Perform in-process inspections to ensure product quality and yield targets are met.

• Maintain proper documentation of completed work, including tracking and reporting defects or issues.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to yield, quality, and process efficiency.

• Adhere to cleanroom protocols, ESD requirements, and safety procedures.

Micro Assembly Technician Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 2+ years of experience in precision assembly, microelectronics, semiconductor, or related manufacturing environment.

• Experience working under a microscope for extended periods.

• Hands-on experience handling small-scale or delicate components

• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and perform repetitive tasks with high accuracy.

• Basic understanding of cleanroom and ESD practices.

• Experience with laser diode (LD) assembly, photonics, or fiber optics

• Experience with wire bonding or micro-soldering techniques.

• Familiarity with semiconductor or optoelectronics manufacturing processes.

• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings or schematics.

• Prior experience with rework and repair of micro-components.

• Exceptional attention to detail.

• Steady hands and precision-focused workmanship.

• Patience and ability to work on highly repetitive, delicate tasks.

• Problem-solving mindset for rework and defect identification.

• Strong accountability for quality and output.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Job Type
Full-time, Temporary to Hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay

• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance

• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at:

Automation Personnel Services Houston West Branch
9630 Westheimer Rd
Suite 700
Houston, TX 77063

Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).

• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).

• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association

• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.

• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).

• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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