Kyocera International, Inc. (North America) ยท 3 days ago
Research & Development Technician 3
Vancouver, Washington, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$26/hr - $32/hr
6+ years expKyocera International, Inc. is a global leader in advanced ceramic technologies, and they are seeking a Research & Development Technician 3 to support R&D and production activities. The role involves performing setup and troubleshooting of equipment, preparing and running samples for testing, and collaborating with engineers on experiments and projects.
Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Performs setup and troubleshooting of various equipment. May be asked to evaluate new set up or procure workspace. Will train others on set up and provide support to more junior team members
Prepares and runs samples for testing. May build test set up and document results
May run engineering tests prescribed by engineer and provide results. May report on results using excel, charts, or tracking software determined by the process owner
May write or support data collection for failure analysis reports or other reports as assigned by R and D engineers
Will visually inspect parts at required steps in the process with attention to detail, ensuring the parts are within specified tolerances. May disposition or reject parts
Will use measuring devices or test equipment often. May create tools such as fixture or go/ no go gauges. Provide feedback to engineers or process owners on improvements or steps in new processes
Participates in the 5S and safety programs and may be asked to implement suggestions from shop floor. May provide solutions to atypical safety issues
Complies with applicable requirements of Kyocera International, Inc. policy, ISO 9000, ISO 14001 requirements, ITAR regulations
Frequently read specifications and mechanical drawings and may fabricate parts or tools. Has a wide range of proficiency in analytical processes and procedures
May track or order raw materials and fabricate or recommend process for prototype builds with limited or little instruction
May create instruction sheets, training materials, presentations, or reports to share process information with peers. strong verbal and written communication skills and technical data is needed
Support a variety of engineering activities with limited structure or instructions. Generates new solutions in situations that are new or infrequent based on existing precedents or experience
Train other workers on replication of processes or tools
May lead projects independently or as a team
Perform any other related duties as required or assigned
Qualification
Required
AS or Technical degree
6 years Technician experience required or equivalent combination of education and experience in a production environment
Ability to use basic measuring equipment including microscope, caliper, micrometer etc
May require ability to use complex laboratory equipment i.e. SEM/EDS, Auger, TGA/DSC, Acoustic Imaging System and Dilatometer etc
Ability to read, write and comprehend verbal and written instructions in English
Skill in applying basic statistics, formulas, excel
Skill in reading mechanical drawings
Pass drug and background check
Willingness to wear finger cots, masks, and/or cleanroom apparel
Ability to stand, walk or sit for extended periods
Ability to grab small parts or hand tools with hands
Ability to lift and carry up to 35lbs
Eligible to work in an ITAR Environment
Benefits
3 weeks of vacation to start (120 hours/year)
10 paid holidays annually
Competitive pay
401(k) with company match
Employer-paid pension plan
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off to volunteer
Flexible schedules
Onsite gyms, walking tracks, and employee gardens at larger locations
Company
Kyocera International, Inc. (North America)
Kyocera International, Inc., headquartered in San Diego, CA, was established in 1969 as a two-person operation serving Silicon Valley's burgeoning semiconductor industry and other high-tech markets throughout the United States.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase