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Key Responsibilities
Operate vacuum deposition systems and support equipment after training and under established procedures
Prepare, handle, load, and unload parts, substrates, fixtures, and tooling with care and consistency
Perform basic mechanical tasks such as fastening, alignment, part setup, fixture cleaning, and simple equipment adjustments
Follow run sheets, work instructions, travelers, and visual standards to support repeatable production output
Inspect parts for obvious defects, contamination, handling damage, or process concerns and report issues promptly
Follow cleanroom gowning, contamination control, PPE, safety, and quality requirements
Use basic hand tools, measuring tools, carts, fixtures, and shop-floor equipment safely and appropriately
Utilize FactoryTrak and/or SyteLine ERP to accurately record production transactions after training
Maintain cleanliness of labs, chambers, carts, tools, and workstations in accordance with 5S procedures
Escalate equipment, quality, safety, or process concerns to technicians, engineers, or management
Demonstrate progress toward technician-level skills through training completion, safe work practices, process discipline, and mechanical problem-solving
Other duties as assigned by Department Manager
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
Prior manufacturing, assembly, machine operation, automotive supplier, maintenance, fabrication, or mechanically focused work experience preferred
Cleanroom, vacuum system, or thin film coating experience is helpful but not required; training will be provided
Skills & Competencies:
Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools, fixtures, hardware, and equipment
Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions in a controlled manufacturing environment
Good hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and careful part handling habits
Ability to learn specialized cleanroom, vacuum deposition, coating, and measurement processes through hands-on training
Basic computer skills and ability to enter accurate production information into ERP or shop-floor systems
Familiarity with basic measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, or visual inspection aids preferred
Reliable attendance, safe work habits, and willingness to work as part of a production team
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to recognize abnormal equipment, part, or process conditions
Preferred Background:
Experience in Tier 1, Tier 2, or Tier 3 automotive manufacturing, assembly, machine operation, quality inspection, maintenance, or material handling
Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, tooling, fixtures, fasteners, basic troubleshooting, or equipment setup
Prior exposure to cleanroom, optical, coating, vacuum, CNC, lab, or precision manufacturing environments is a plus
Familiarity with ISO based quality systems, 5S, standardized work, production travelers, or work instructions
Training and Advancement Path:
Company-provided training will cover cleanroom practices, vacuum deposition equipment, product handling, ERP transactions, safety requirements, and quality expectations
Operators will be evaluated on attendance, safety, quality, process discipline, mechanical aptitude, equipment ownership, and ability to learn increasingly technical tasks
After approximately one year of successful performance and training progression, the operator may be considered for advancement toward Deposition Manufacturing Technician responsibilities
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift 35 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
Ability to climb ladders
Ability to stand while performing duties and monitoring chambers - up to 75% of the time
Ability to use/wear required PPE
Rigaku offers a rewarding work environment and excellent benefits. All applicants are kept in strict confidence. Benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life insurance, section 125 flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan and more. 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 able to prove they can legally work in the US.
All applicants are kept in strict confidence. Benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life insurance, section 125 flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan and more. This company 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 able to prove they can legally work in the US.
