Quality Test Technician

 
 Help us build the DNA of tech.

Vishay manufactures one of the world's largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world's most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us build The DNA of tech.

Where You'll Work & The Scope:

Vishay Dale in Columbus, NE is currently seeking a full-time QA Test Technician responsible for performing appropriate component tests according to Military, Industrial, Customer or Dale/Vishay specifications on passive electrical components.

How You'll Help Us Build the DNA of Tech:

• Operates sophisticated testing and measurement equipment as Computerized DC Resistance Reading Stations, computer and LAN programs for scheduling and data entry and test report completion, Digital Multi-meters with Kelvin Fixtures, Handheld Multi-meters, Dielectric Withstanding Voltage Testers, Megohm Bridges, Power Supplies, Impedance Analyzers, Environmental Chambers and Special Test setups/fixtures.
• Uses computer terminal to log test request and product detail data.  Uses LAN system and reading stations to read and log detail test performance data into computer. Prepares printed copies of completed test reports and reviews reports for data completion and accuracy.  Errors may have serious impact on manufacturing operations.
• Composes test reports for publication, filling in detail comments, supplemental information, reference failure notice report numbers, failure analysis report numbers, test temperatures, test equipment asset numbers, and page numbers.
• Acquires proficiency in the use of a calculator for Ohm's Law calculations, electrical Power calculations, and Power of 10 mathematical relationships for electrical components.
• Coordinates testing, due to day-to-day variations by readying, rereading, interpretation, and then performance of test methods of complex and detailed Military, Industrial, Customer or Dale/Vishay specifications with considerable cross-referencing necessary.  Requires considerable learning and attention to detail.  Misinterpretation can have severe negative consequences in the form of test failures of test anomalies.
• Creates workload and test plan schedules and sets workload priorities per Qualification, Lot Acceptance, and Evaluation test plan needs and per Reliability Test Lab Operations Supervisor.
• Consults with the Special Test Supervisor or Facilities Engineering personnel to set-up new, unusual, or unique tests, test sample configurations or special test filtering.
• Use basic hand tools such as soldering iron, pliers, side cutters, Exacto knife, screw driver, wire strippers, thermometers, etc. that are required in wiring, soldering, and assembly of test apparatus/fixtures.  Operates small calculator and computer terminals on a regular basis.  Sets up AC and DC power supplies for electrical power type tests.

Experience You'll Need: 

• High School diploma or equivalent is required with inclusion of basic mathematics and science courses for nomenclature exposure.
• Two years minimum experience in this or comparable test lab environment is required; background in electrical component manufacturing or production experience in Dale/Vishay production area is a plus for proper handling and testing of components in the test lab environment.
• Successful completion of Test Lab training subjects is required.  
• A Test Technician certification test or equivalent is required to hold this position.  
• Must be computer literate to operate various microprocessors or personal computer configurations and associated software.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, this position is open only to applicants who qualify as "U.S. Persons" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally. Do you have the skills we need? Are you ready to power your career as you power the world? If so, apply today.

It is the policy of Vishay to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran or military status or a person's relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, marital or domestic partner status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

As an equal opportunity employer, Vishay is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact HR.Operations@Vishay.com assistance.
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