Advanced Manufacturing Technician, RIT

Advanced Manufacturing Technician, RIT### Advanced Manufacturing Technician, RITApply: Not Remote: Auburn Hills , MI: Full time: Posted 7 Days Ago: JR00247**Join Rigaku in shaping a better world through new perspectives!**As a global leader in analytical technologies, Rigaku develops innovative solutions that drive scientific discovery, advance industrial innovation, and support quality-focused manufacturing around the world. The Advanced Manufacturing Technician supports the assembly, integration, testing, and verification of precision analytical instrumentation and sub-systems used in Rigaku products. This role works closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to ensure products meet Rigaku performance, reliability, and quality standards. The technician plays a critical role in translating advanced designs into repeatable, high-quality manufactured systems. **Key Responsibilities:*** Assemble, integrate, and test complex electro-mechanical, vacuum, and precision mechanical and optical assemblies.* Identify, document, and escalate build issues, deviations, or nonconformances.* Troubleshoot and repair returned components.* Collaborate with instrumentation and engineering teams to improve build processes and manufacturability.* Support prototype, pilot, and low-volume production builds.* Maintain accurate build records, test results, and documentation in accordance with quality systems.* Maintain clean lab work stations in accordance with 5S* Follow safety procedures and cleanroom protocols where applicable.* Other duties as assigned by Supervisor and Department Manager.**Key Skills & Competencies:*** Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail and quality oriented* Ability to follow structured processes while adapting to evolving designs* Effective communication and teamwork* Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement* Ability to work in a self-directed manner, within defined scope.* Strong problem-solving skills.* Familiarity with micrometers, calipers and other measurement equipment* Ability to work productively with MS Office.**Required Qualifications:*** High school education or equivalent.* Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.* Hands-on experience with precision tools, fixtures, and measurement equipment.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Associate’s degree or technical certification in engineering technology, manufacturing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).* Experience assembling analytical, semiconductor, optical, or vacuum-based equipment.* Familiarity with cleanroom practices and contamination control.* Experience supporting prototype or R&D manufacturing environments.* Exposure to ISO-based quality systems. Rigaku offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, Section 125 flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan with company match.Rigaku is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the Unted States. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rigaku Corp.