Assembler and Test Technicians - Salem - GPD Optoelectronics Corp

Description

We are GROWING Come join our momentum Our unwavering commitment to unparalleled service, responsiveness, and collaboration has led to even more opportunities and growth here at GPD We are currently hiring Small-Part Assemblers & Test Technicians Looking for something new in 2026? Looking to join a team of: People Powering Production? Our Assemblers & Test Techs are actually "Small Part Assemblers" who continually work with their hands and deal with extremely small details.

Your Hands Help Build Tomorrow With the assistance of microscopes and tweezers, our Assemblers will build components and sub-assemblies for high-powered products.

Every customer is different; and every customer has a unique ask so following specific procedures and instructions while operating machinery and often times sitting or standing at a workstation for periods of time is required.

All of these tasks are performed in a clean room environment which is temperature and humidity controlled.

The Test portion of the role is responsible for performing production test routines on GPD products to ensure tested units meet performance criteria.

Specific operations include electrical measurement of photodiodes, reporting of data, organization of material batches, and reporting any concerns to production management.

It will encompasses all responsibilities of the Test Operator but is also responsible for ensuring that test stations are working to specification, can troubleshoot issues, and performs basic calibration routines.

The technician also works with engineering for implementation of new specifications or procedures. This full-time, non-exempt role will be located in Salem, NH and will report to the Director of Operations.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Complete detailed and precise mechanical assembly of semiconductor assemblies requiring dexterity in handling small tools and parts.
• Mount, align, and perform in-process testing to ensure final assemblies meet prescribed specifications.
• Create electrical interconnects using gold wire bonding tools.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and work from assembly drawings, verbal instructions, and engineering sketches.
• Uses precision measuring instruments to ensure conformance with dimensional and electrical specifications and tolerances.
• Perform electrical testing of optoelectronic devices, including handling of ESD sensitive, small, delicate parts.
• Cleanroom operations required for some products.
• Summarize and control lot data as presented with product to quality for inspection after testing.
• Excellent attention to detail required, the ability to notice changes in results and abnormalities and report them is essential.
• Work for prolonged periods under stereozoom microscope

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Attention to detail and above average hand eye coordination is required for this position
• Must have good manual dexterity and able to work with small components.
• Ability to use microscopes, screwdrivers tweezers, and other miscellaneous tools.
• Should be knowledgeable about handling and working the various adhesives and epoxies
• Ability to work independently under general supervision.
• Outstanding team, written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain a high level of quality awareness by adhering to policies and procedures; guarantees parts, subassemblies, and final components meet our quality expectations

EDUCATION, REQUIREMENTS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with MS Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to identify, multi-task, and resolve multiple priority issues quickly.
• Ability to approach tasks in a detail-oriented manner.
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Semiconductor experience is a plus
• J-STD-001 certified
• High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate

MISC:

• Able to lift 20 lbs
• These activities are performed in a clean room environment which is temperature and humidity controlled.
• This position requires you to wear complete fab attire for an entire shift and meet all safety and cleanroom requirements which can include: Hand Hygiene, Personal Item Removal, Gowning Area Preparation, Order of Gowning, Shoe Covers, Hair Covers, Face Masks, Coveralls/Gowns, Gloves, Additional Garments, Final Inspection and maintaining proper protocols. GPD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. About GPD At GPD Optoelectronics, we believe that by operating with integrity and trust we drive constant organizational improvement, which strengthens our relationships with our employees and customers. Customer success remains our highest priority, so we strive to deliver high-quality products on time, and provide unparalleled service, responsiveness, and collaboration. Founded in 1973 as Germanium Power Devices Corp, we began by making high-quality germanium transistors. Since the early 1980's we have earned our place as a trusted manufacturer of both germanium and indium gallium arsenide photodiodes. We are located in Salem, NH.

GPD Optoelectronics is expanding Do you have an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement? Do you share the passionate belief that we must always strive to do better? Based out of Salem, NH, our team members are design-oriented, customer-focused, and work hard to engineer custom solutions for every client's needs.

If you have an eye for detail and share our passion for the photonics industry, come join our team of professionals who are dedicated to advancing tomorrow's photo detector technology