Process Technician II

Title: Process Technician II
Pay Rate: $20.00 - $22.00/hour (DOE)
Employment Type: Contract 12 months
Schedule: Full-time Monday Friday (8:00 AM 5:00 PM; occasional overtime/weekends possible)
Location: Newton NC (100% Onsite)
Job Code: CRNGJP

Job Overview

Tekberry is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Process Technician II to support cleanroom optical ribbon and fiber optic cable manufacturing for our client a global leader in advanced materials and manufacturing technologies. This hands-on technical role focuses on process optimization equipment troubleshooting and supporting high-volume production in a rapidly growing manufacturing environment.

The Process Technician II will serve as a technical resource on the production floor contributing to process stability continuous improvement initiatives and production scale-up efforts while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

As a Tekberry W2 employee you will have access to health benefits including medical dental vision and 401(k) options.

Responsibilities

Process & Equipment Support

Operate monitor and optimize cleanroom-based optical ribbon and fiber optic cable manufacturing processes
Perform advanced setup calibration and troubleshooting of ribbonization fiber handling and bonding equipment
Lead process start-ups line qualifications and product changeovers
Diagnose and resolve complex quality issues including attenuation ribbon geometry fiber alignment and bonding integrity
Support preventive maintenance and equipment reliability initiatives

Quality & Compliance

Ensure adherence to cleanroom protocols SOPs and safety requirements
Monitor in-line and off-line quality metrics and drive corrective actions
Ensure compliance with ISO Telcordia/GR IEC and customer specifications
Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Continuous Improvement

Analyze process data using SPC and manufacturing systems to improve yield throughput and uptime
Support Lean Six Sigma and Kaizen initiatives
Assist with new equipment installation process transfers and plant expansion efforts

Technical Leadership

Serve as a technical mentor to Process Technicians and Operators
Provide hands-on training and technical guidance without direct people management responsibilities
Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for assigned processes or equipment

Must-Have Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; Associates degree in Engineering Technology or related field preferred
2 3 years of experience in optical fiber ribbon or precision manufacturing
Strong knowledge of cleanroom operations and contamination control
Hands-on experience with optical fiber handling ribbonization and precision equipment
Proficiency in SPC MES and process data analysis
Ability to read and interpret technical documentation specifications and procedures
Strong troubleshooting communication and mentoring skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with high-count or rollable ribbon fiber products
Knowledge of Telcordia GR-20 GR-409 GR-326 and IEC standards
Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
Experience supporting rapid production scale-up in a cleanroom environment

Work Environment

100% onsite at Corning Trivium Facility in Newton NC
Day shift in a controlled cleanroom optical manufacturing environment
Requires extended periods on the production floor
Exposure to precision equipment fiber materials and cleanroom processes

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform fine motor tasks and handle delicate fiber components
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
Ability to wear cleanroom garments for the duration of the shift

Additional Notes

Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required based on production demands
This is a hands-on non-management technical role with growth potential in advanced manufacturing

Referral Bonus

Tekberry offers a $100 referral bonus for referrals that result in successful placements.

Tekberry Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status disability or any other protected category under applicable law.

Tekberry Inc. is a Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE).

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