Assembler - First Shift

Spectra-Physics, Ophir, Newport and ESI are brands within the MKS Instruments Photonics Solutions division. We provide a full range of solutions including lasers for precision industrial and scientific research applications, laser and LED measurement, beam profiling, precision motion control, optical tables and vibration isolation systems, photonics instruments, temperature sensing, opto-mechanical components, optical elements, and systems for flexible PCB laser processing, high-speed MLCC testing, and CO2-laser-based systems HDI PCB and IC substrate manufacturing. MKS Photonics Solutions enhance our customers’ capabilities and productivity in the semiconductor, advanced electronics and specialty industrial markets.

Are you naturally curious? So are we at MKS. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovation leader in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as 5G, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous vehicles, clean drinking water and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect, constructive candor, diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers, we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If this is appealing to you, we want to meet you.

We are looking for an assembler for our mirrors department who will fabricate a wide variety of replicated optics involving use of polished master, precision alignment tooling and epoxy. What you will do is:

• Replicate small/simple substrates through final product including the use of epoxy
• Separate, trim, and clean mirror products
• Prepare substrates, including vapor hone, mask, bake-out, tooling re-processing
• Prepare master optics, including non-destructive cleaning and handling
• Prepare submasters, chemical/mechanical processing, cleaning, fixturing
• Use mechanical measurement equipment, including calipers, micrometers, gage blocks
• Evaluate cosmetic quality of polished and coated surfaces

What you will bring to the team, along with your positive attitude is:

• 0 - 1 years assembly experience.
• Ability to read/interpret blueprints, schematics, manufacturing processes, and test procedures.
• Familiarity with the use of Microsoft Excel
• Ability to learn how to measure optical wavefront using an interferometer and experience working in a clean room environment,
• Must be able to read and write English, good verbal communication skills, good visual acuity, and good manual dexterity.
• Work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to understand and follow required work instructions and procedures
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and communicate clearly.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please let us know.

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.

MKS Instruments, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please let us know.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• No nights

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Franklin, MA 02038: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Assembly: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person