Crystal Finishing Technician

Crystal Finishing Technician

Date Posted: December 8, 2023

Department/Group: Crystal Finishing

Manufacturing Location: State College, PA

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Position Type: Full time: 2nd or 3rd Shift

About TRS Technologies TRS Technologies, a subsidiary of TAYCA Corporation, is a world leader in piezoelectric materials technology. We offer advanced piezoelectric materials to meet our customers’ most challenging specifications. Working directly with our customers, we develop and manufacture high performance and high tolerance components designed to requirements. At TRS, you will be part of a team delivering custom solutions for our customers in Medical Ultrasound, Semiconductor, Industrial sensors, and other industries. In your work, you will define the future of piezoelectric technology. TRS Technologies offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, health benefits and retirement plan. TRS Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. As a Crystal Finishing Technician you will be responsible for helping with all aspects of our Crystal Finishing area. Duties will include manufacture of standard production and prototype parts, following customer drawings or work instructions, data collection/record keeping, and routine PM of equipment used.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties include set-up, production, and gage measurements of components from part drawings

Advanced knowledge of mechanical fabrication using all types of machine tools.

Fabrication of thin, lightweight parts

Able to machine and work parts to very high tolerances

React to out-of-control conditions

Initiate action to prevent occurrence of product non-conformity

Inspect parts that they manufacture and perform the related data entry

Mounting wafers for processing

Assist in backgrinding of parts to specifications

Prepare deposition chamber for coating runs in the sputtering cleanroom

Clean substrates per work instruction

Data entry, documentation of issues, maintain production records

Ability to work in a cleanroom environment

Assure quality and production requirements are met, as per travelers and blueprints, etc.

Participate in total quality management projects to achieve continuous improvement.

Report any equipment or facility defect(s) to supervisor.

Comply with all TRS safety rules and company policies.

Always wear proper Personal Protection Equipment in work area.

Ability to perform additional tasks as required by management.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent

3 years’ experience in manufacturing and machining of ceramic or metal materials preferred

Experience machining tight tolerance complex geometries to the part drawings

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES :

Basic English (reading, writing, verbal and comprehension)

Ability to communicate with co-workers, supervisor, and QC personnel

Proficient with MS Excel and Word

Able to multi-task with attention to detail

Dexterity to handle delicate, small parts

Basic to intermediate shop math

Ability to use and read measuring tool and devices as necessary for inspection of machined parts.

Mechanical ability and understanding of engineering principles

Ability to read technical blueprints/technical drawings

Able to work in a demanding fast-paced environment.

Self-motivated with the ability to practice teamwork and be safety oriented in a factory environment.

Ability to work independently with little to no supervision, as well as, having a willingness to collaborate with engineers and management to eliminate failures and improve processes

Must be able to work occasional overtime to meet operational deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS /Work Environment :

This job will be performed in a Manufacturing Environment.

Physical – Must be able to manipulate parts weighing up to 50 lbs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Differential pay
• Overtime pay

Ability to Relocate:

• State College, PA 16801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person