Assembler II

Job Title

IPG Photonics is the world leader of fiber laser technology, providing the most innovative and productive laser solutions for any industry application. For over 35 years, in over 30 locations worldwide, we have transformed industries by applying light in new and innovative ways, enabling our customers to increase quality, lower costs, and maximize productivity with the most reliable and energy efficient tools in the world.

We are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent in an engaged and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.

Duties/Responsibilities

Essential job functions in order of importance:

1. Inspect, kit, install, and assemble components of fiber-optic medical products: optical fibers, ferrules, connectors, and packaging components.
2. Operate manufacturing test equipment: fiber-optic strippers and cleavers, power meters, oscilloscopes, laser test stations, RFID readers, and microscopes.
3. Use bonding materials: epoxies, glues, etc.
4. Wear appropriate cleanroom attire, work in a controlled manufacturing area requiring coats, hair and beard nets, gloves, and booties.
5. Use generic cleaning liquids (alcohol, isopropanol alcohol, acetone, etc.).
6. Maintain cleanliness of work and common areas.
7. Cross-train in production process or area as assigned by the Supervisor.
8. Meet assigned production metrics as defined by the Supervisor.
9. Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

1. Perform basic setup, and troubleshooting of equipment as needed.
2. Train other assemblers as assigned.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.

Experience

• Perform light manufacturing and use of assembly equipment, such as ultrasonic welder, soldering stations, optical fiber cutters/strippers, screwdrivers, tape measure, wrenches, and other small hand tools.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel files.
• Microscope experience preferred.

• Minimum of 1-2 Years of related assembly experience.
• Perform tasks and carries out successive steps of routine work in accordance with instructions provided by the supervisor, policies, and procedures; requires instructions only on new assignments.