Technical Support/ Mechanical Processing Technician

Technical Support/ Mechanical Processing TechnicianAn entry-level, temporary position (6 to 12 months) supporting mechanical material processing activities.Primary ResponsibilitiesCutting, polishing, and epoxy bonding of materialsOperating mechanical processing equipment and power toolsLearning manufacturing and material processing techniquesSupporting R&D and production-related activitiesCandidate ProfileNo extensive experience requiredMechanical aptitude preferredExperience using tools, saws, polishers, or machinery is beneficialBachelor's degree is not requiredPosition Summary We are seeking a temporary Technical Support Specialist to support day-to-day mechanical processing and production operations for detector materials used in PET molecular imaging applications. The role is intended for a hands-on production environment and requires daily operation of manufacturing equipment, adherence to process instructions, accurate documentation, and strong commitment to safety, quality, and work ethics.The position supports potential conversion to full-time employment within one year. The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, comfortable working on the production floor, and willing to learn specialized mechanical processing steps used in large-volume manufacturing.Operate production equipment on a daily basis to support mechanical processing and large-volume manufacturing activities.Perform cutting, sectioning, and shaping operations using wire saws, ID saws, OD saws, and related production tools.Support grinding, polishing, surface finishing, and post-processing of materials according to approved procedures.Prepare, load, unload, clean, and maintain equipment and work areas to ensure safe and repeatable production flow.Follow manufacturing processes, work instructions, inspection requirements, and process-control expectations.Track samples, record process parameters, document deviations, and maintain accurate production records.Work closely with process engineering, production, quality, and R&D teams to support process improvements, troubleshooting, and transfer of improved methods into routine manufacturing.Follow EHS requirements, PPEr rules, material-handling procedures, and housekeeping standards in a production environment.Required QualificationsHands-on experience or strong willingness to work in a production, manufacturing, machine-shop, laboratory, or technical processing environment.Ability to operate equipment safely, follow detailed procedures, and maintain consistent attention to quality.Good mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity, attention to detail, and ability to perform repetitive precision-processing tasks.Strong work ethic, reliability, commitment, and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented production environment.Ability to document work clearly and communicate issues promptly to supervisors or engineers.Highly Desirable SkillsExperience with wire saws, ID saws, OD saws, grinding, polishing, lapping, cutting, surface finishing, or precision sample preparation.Experience operating or supporting characterization equipment, optical inspection, dimensional inspection, or related measurement tools.Familiarity with production documentation, sample tracking, EHS practices, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.Conversion to Full Employment This temporary position supports a potential conversion to full-time employment within a one-year time frame. Conversion will depend on performance, reliability, ability to independently support day-to-day manufacturing operations, commitment to safety and quality, and business needs. Retaining a trained production support specialist would help preserve process knowledge, improve manufacturing continuity, and strengthen execution of scintillator material production. Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities. Ampcus