Technician II-Product/Test

Microchip Technology Incorporated - Simsbury, CT

Full-time - Entry Level

Simsbury, CT

10,001+ employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

Microchip's Discrete Products Group (DPG) offers one of the industry's most comprehensive power and RF/microwave discrete semiconductor product portfolios. The DPG encompasses two business units, the Power Discrete & Modules BU and the RF/Microwave Discretes BU. Markets that the PDM & RF/MW Discretes BU's address include: alternative energy, industrial, medical, defense, commercial aviation, communications, embedded systems, motor control, power solutions, sensors and security. Our products in Simsbury include industry leading RF products such as: * Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) components and modules. * SAW dispersive delay line modules for RADAR pulse compression. * Voltage Controlled SAW Oscillators (VCSO) with exceptionally low phase noise performance. We are looking for a Production Test Technician to test, adjust/tune and troubleshoot prototype & production SAW (Surface Acoustic Wave) components and modules. The candidate shall be a self-motivated individual capable of taking responsibility regarding shipping goals, on time delivery, quality control, & continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Set up computer-controlled RF vector network analyzer test equipment for specific tests and analysis.
• Collect test data and prepare reports detailing results.
• Use equipment to perform required product analysis and testing.
• Communicate test results to engineering or manufacturing department.
• Comply with safety rules and regulations to include determining proper handling procedures of samples.
• Ensure equipment is calibrated.
• Participate in quality control activities throughout the laboratory to include reviewing final reports and collecting all data necessary for routine quality control functions and tests.
• Document all instances of inspection through the Work Order Event Database. Report any unusual discrepancies or problems promptly to management.
• Follow company procedures in relation to the analysis and testing of the products.
• Employ continuous improvements to processes in order to optimize total cycle times.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 3 years related RF experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Troubleshoot or diagnose electronic equipment.
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, to interface with various departments, listen and get clarification, respond well to questions and participate in meetings.
• Ability to read and interpret documents: safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, schematics, drawings, process specs, test procedures.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Must possess or be able to obtain (at company's expense) a Secret level clearance.
• Ability to solder, capability to pass J-STD-001 solder certification training.
• Fine motor skills / hand eye coordination.
• Ability to handle, manipulate small objects (SMT 0402) with tweezers while looking through microscope.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• RF electronics knowledge
• Participation in continuous improvement activities, including 5S
• Knowledge of quality systems and ISO 9001
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing
• IPC J-STD-001 certified