Production Specialist
Microchip Technology Inc.About the role
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Job Description:
The Production Specialist supports the Systems Operations business unit by performing highly detailed relay assembly, adjustment, testing, and micro-cleaning processes in a clean room manufacturing environment. This role requires working with very small relay components under 10X–20X stereo magnification using precision tools and equipment to meet strict electrical and mechanical specifications. The position involves learning relay adjust-test station operations, magnetizing permanent magnets, fine-tuning relay performance, and following detailed work instructions for custom and QPL relay products. Success in this role requires strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, visual focus, and the ability to maintain quality and consistency in repetitive precision work
Learn to work with and mechanically manipulate small relay components under 10X–20X stereo magnification using small tools, tweezers, flat shims, and seal force gram gauges.
Learn to operate relay adjust-test stations to adjust electrical performance parameters by mechanically manipulating and tuning contact brackets, movable blades, contact gaps, pick-up/drop-out voltages, contact bounce and lag, contact pressures, and overtravel.
Learn how to magnetize relay permanent magnets and set transfer voltages at adjustment stations within required specifications.
Re-magnetize and fine-tune relay performance parameters, as required, to ensure compliance with build specifications.
Study and become familiar with adjustment processes and procedures for a wide variety of custom and QPL relay topologies.
Fabricate certain relay assemblies, which may include contact assembly, first and second framing, vacuum baking, enclosure pressing, and preliminary electrical testing.
Perform the micro-clean process, as required and applicable, for space-grade relays.
Read, comprehend, and follow detailed work instructions, specifications, and process documentation.
Maintain quality, accuracy, and consistency while performing repetitive and highly detailed work.
Follow all clean room procedures, safety requirements, and required use of personal protective equipment.
Requirements/Qualifications:
0–3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to work with small components and perform detailed work requiring strong hand-eye coordination.
Ability to multi-task while maintaining careful attention to detail.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Good written and verbal communication
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