Quality Technician

  • Permanent
  • Full time
  • $46,800 - $54,080
  • 59718, Bozeman, MT, United States

QUALITY TECHNICIAN

At Lumibird Photonics USA, you’ll be part of a team that delivers cutting-edge laser technology to global customers in research, defense, medical, and industrial markets. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring every product that leaves our facility meets the highest standards of precision and performance.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring that incoming components and outgoing laser systems meet Lumibird’s quality standards and customer requirements. This position plays a key role in maintaining product reliability and compliance through careful inspection and documentation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Incoming inspection of mechanical, optical, and electrical components.

    • Verify recieved materials against component specifications.

    • Utilize precision measurement tools such as calipers.

    • Record inspection results accurately and initiate nonconformance reports when applicable.

    • Interface with suppliers when discrepancies/deviations are found and support corrective actions for reocurring issues.

  • Outgoing final inspection of laser systems.

    • Conduct final inspection and verification of completed laser systems prior to shipment.

    • Review test data, build documentation, and serial number traceability records for completeness and accuracy.

    • Ensure labeling and documentation meet internal and customer-specific requirements.

  • Participate in the Internal Quality Audit Program, with audits occurring throughout the year.

  • Data entry in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.

    • Engineering Change Notice (ECN) / Revision control

    • Training records

    • Nonconforming Material (NCM) records

    • Equipment calibration records

  • Create and revise work instructions for manufacturing processes.

  • Manage routine maintenance for non-calibrated equipment such as electrostatic discharge (ESD) equipment, Clean Dry Air, HEPA filters, UV Ovens, Environmental Chambers, etc.

  • Support Foreign Object Detection (FOD) and 5S Programs.

  • Encourage and support corporate best practices, promoting quality culture and continuous improvement.

  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft software packages such as WORD, EXCEL, OUTLOOK and PowerPoint.

  • Familiarity with component inspection tools such as calipers.

  • Strong verbal, and written, communication skills.

  • Exceptional attention to detail.

  • This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

NON-ESSENTIAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Familiarity with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and AS9100.

  • Bilingual in French/English.

  • Experience in manufacturing.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be capable of working in front of a computer for long periods of time.

  • Must be able to stand and sit for extended periods of time.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Ability to use fingers and hands to manipulate small parts.

  • Excellent vision is required to perform job.

Lumibird Photonics USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We consider applicants for all positions on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation and any other legally protected status.

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