Manufacturing Technician III

Westford, MA

Full time

2026-R8749

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Materion is seeking a detail-oriented Technician III to join our rapidly growing Photolithography team within Precision Optics and Thin Film Coatings located in Westford and Tyngsboro, MA. An ideal candidate would be result focused who continuously learns, develop, improve, collaborate and communicates effectively.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Independently perform the following functions, including but not limited to the following.

• Follows procedures in operating production equipment and performing processing steps within designated department; accurately completes production documentation.

• Practices safe work habits and adhere to Materion's safety procedures & guidelines

• Detects and reports improper operation and/or faulty equipment, defective materials and when a process is not within its parameters. Participates in investigations.

• Performs semi-routine equipment maintenance and upkeep

• Works with process engineers to improve process(es) as requested.

• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area, equipment and areas where substrates and chemicals are prepared or stored

• Records yields, efficiencies and all other data

• Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions from all levels of expertise.

• Makes sound and well-informed decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions

Technical Skills

• Intermediate understanding of Thin Film Coating

• Intermediate understanding of Test Equipment

• Experience with Mil-Specs for Optical Coatings

Education/Experience:

High School diploma or GED

5-7 years of related experience

Prior experience working in Optics Manufacturing environment

Ability to read and follow procedures as outlined in the individual process group

Ability to document results and maintain appropriate paperwork

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide and/or equivalent to High School Math

Ability to perform basic Manufacturing/Quality measurement techniques and tools

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of manufacturing computer software, as well as an understanding of word processing software and general reporting software/programs, including basic knowledge of MS Office.

Pay range: $28.00-32.00 per hour**The pay range listed is a guide for this position and may vary depending on experience, education, geographic location, and other qualifications. The final offer will be determined based on the candidate's individual merits and the company's compensation policies.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Non-US citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. For individuals to be considered for a security clearance, the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), conducts personnel security background investigations for the Department of Defense and other federal agencies. More information about security clearances can be found on the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) website here:

The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion’s business requirements.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Materion’s Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.

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