IPG Photonics
Manufacturing Technician
Marlborough, Massachusetts•Full-time
$19.59 - $25.96 hourly
$19.59 - $25.96 hourly
About the Job
Thank you for your interest in positions at IPG Photonics. All applicants must apply on our company website to be considered. Please visit www.ipgphotonics.com and click on the “Company” tab. We look forward to seeing your application soon!
IPG Medical Corporation is focused on developing next-generation medical products based on its state-of-the-art technology. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, we aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.
Our mission is to develop innovative medical device laser solutions that make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.
Working at IPG Medical Group you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits.
Job Summary:
The Medical Fiber Manufacturing Technician operates and monitors cleanroom manufacturing equipment used to assemble medical fiber optic products. This role troubleshoots automated and manual production stations, performs fiber handling, stripping, cleaving, and inspection processes, maintains cleanroom and contamination control standards, and supports engineering qualification activities to help the team meet daily production goals.
Job Profile:
- Monitor and operate the equipment, instruments, and manufacturing processes used to assemble medical fiber products.
- Troubleshoot and repair automated line manufacturing stations.
- Follow written manufacturing procedures and complete inspection documentation.
- Maintain clean room standards, contamination control practices, and workstation organization.
- Perform routine and unscheduled maintenance activities to ensure equipment functionality, cleanliness, and production readiness.
- Monitor production processes, identify abnormalities, assist with troubleshooting fiber damage and process deviations, and support daily production goals.
- Support engineering experiments to evaluate new components, materials, and processes by collecting data, performing testing, and providing feedback to support production implementation.
- Support and assist in IQ, OQ, and PQ qualifications and associated reports.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to support training, inventory control, material handling, and overall production readiness.
Requirements:
Education requirements
- High school diploma is required.
- Associates of Science degree in engineering, optics, manufacturing, or related technical field preferred.
Experience requirements:
- 2–5 years of manufacturing or cleanroom experience, preferably in medical device or fiber optic assembly preferred.
- Experience working under cleanroom protocols (ISO Class environments, gowning, contamination control) preferred.
- Ability to perform electrical and mechanical diagnostics on manual and automated manufacturing equipment.
- Familiarity with fiber handling, stripping, cleaving, and inspection processes preferred.
- Proficient in using test equipment such as microscopes, digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, lab power supplies, etc.
- Proficient in light manufacturing and assembly equipment such as PCB soldering stations, wire cutters/strippers, screwdrivers, tape measure, wrenches and other small hand tools.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word programs.
US Benefits Information:
Pay Range:
The pay range on this posting applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location posted, the applicable range could differ. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.
Other Compensation: Employees in this role are eligible for additional rewards which could include:
- Annual Discretionary Bonus or Sales Bonus as Applicable.
Benefits Provided: All Regular* US employees receive:
- Paid vacation time accrued based on years of service.
- Paid sick time.
- 12 (twelve) Paid Holidays Each Calendar Year.
*Prorated for reduced hour schedules.
Additional Benefits Offered: IPG also offers access to:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with options for HSA/FSA.
- Dependent Care FSA.
- Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance.
- 401(k) plan with Company matching.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Tuition Reimbursement Program.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Adoption Assistance.
- Pet Insurance.
- Parental Bonding Leave.
- Bright Horizons Backup Care.
- Bright Horizons College Coach.
*Benefits eligibility may differ by program for reduced hour schedules
Equal Employment Opportunity