Wire Bond Operator

NEOTech is a leading provider of manufacturing technology and supply chain solutions for brand name OEMs in the industrial, medical and military/aerospace markets. The company's headquarters is based in Chatsworth, CA with additional locations in the U.S. and Mexico.

We are hiring several positions for Wire Bond Operators. These jobs are located in Chatsworth, CA. We have day shifts and night shifts available. The company will train motivated people who can work with tools and a microscope for an extended period of time. The night shift will receive a 6% pay differential.

Pay Range: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour (Wage to be determined by the experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the candidate, and alignment with market data)

To learn more about NEOTech, please visit our website: www.neotech.com

Summary:

Operation of manual wire bond equipment in a clean-room environment, to manufacture high-reliability microelectronic devices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret assembly instructions, drawings and work instruction processes.
• Written tests for ESD wirebond and ribbon bond requirements.
• Use tools such as fine tipped tweezers, dental probes, x-acto knives.
• Perform pin bonds between substrate and case pins.
• Use pf periodic machines certification for bond strengths.
• Inspect and know the difference between an acceptable epoxy placement, die attach assembly, sub attached assembly and wire bond and ribbon bonds on a hybrid in conformance with prints, drawings and or Mil std.
• Inspect - to the drawings/specs and procedures – the devices for defects before starting the assembly and after finishing his/her part of the assembly.
• Adhere to all ESD and other handling requirements.
• Comply with all in-house training as identified in job specific family and or specific training plan.
• Follow company 6S and continuous improvement (kaizen) objectives.
• Perform all other duties, as assigned.

Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Perform general physical activities.
• Monitor processes, materials and surroundings.
• Ability to operate Plasma Cleaners, Auto wirebond, Ribbon bond and Bond Pull machines used for microelectronics - Orthodyne 20B, MEI-1204W - Aluminum Wedge bonder, K&S 4124, 4213, Hybond 522A – Manual Ball wire Bonder, Hybond 572A- Manual Ribbon Bonder, Unitek UB2-1-191-02, Palomar MCW550 – Gap Welder and Dage 4000, Dage 2200, Unitek MicroPull III & IV bond pull machines or Equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years working experience as a manual wirebonder/manual ribbon bonder in a microelectronic assembly factory.
• Familiar with MIL-PRF-38534 requirements for microelectronics’ assembly.
• Ability to work in a class 100,000 (class 8) clean room environment using clean room antistatic gowns, facemasks, hair covers etc.
• Ability to work with a 30X microscope throughout the day.
• Ability to work in manufacturing area with normal factory noise levels.
• Ability to work on a team and be a good team member.
• Ability to access documents using a computer
• Should not have a problem in using chemical based cleaning systems for cleaning build substrates etc.
• Sense of urgency, successful at meeting deadlines.
• Mechanical aptitude/dexterity and the ability to lift up to 20 lbs
• Fluency in English Language- Reading, written & spoken

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma /GED or equivalent experience
• Valid Permanent Resident or Citizen of the United States of America
• 0-2 years related Experience

Due to ITAR and / or CUI compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C.1324b(a)(3).

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $16 - $17 per hour (Wage to be determined by the experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the candidate, and alignment with market data)

Benefits Offered: Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage; company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance; voluntary supplemental insurances, flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program (EAP). Sick Leave, Vacation Time, and company-paid Holidays are also provided as paid time off. NEOTech also provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a company match.

NEOTech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

NEOTech has a long-standing commitment to maintaining a safe, quality-oriented and productive work environment. We also want all employees to perform their duties safely and efficiently, in a manner that protects their interests and those of their co-workers. We recognize that alcohol and drug abuse pose a threat to the health and safety of NEOTech employees and to the security of the Company’s equipment and facilities. For these reasons, NEOTech is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace. Candidates being considered for hire must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test which include screening for illegal drugs and marijuana.

```Job Overview:
We are currently seeking a skilled Operator to join our team. As an Operator, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining various machinery and equipment in a manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on role that requires mechanical knowledge and the ability to work with precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities:
- Operate and monitor machinery and equipment according to established procedures
- Perform routine maintenance and inspections on machinery to ensure proper functioning
- Set up and adjust machines for production runs
- Monitor production output and make adjustments as necessary to maintain quality standards
- Troubleshoot and resolve basic machine malfunctions
- Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area

Qualifications:
- Strong mechanical knowledge and aptitude
- Experience with precision measuring instruments, such as calipers and micrometers
- Familiarity with operating lathe and press brake machines
- Basic math skills for measurements and calculations
- Proficiency in using hand tools for assembly and disassembly of machinery
- Knowledge of SolidWorks or similar software for tooling design is a plus
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints for assembly instructions

If you have a passion for working with machinery, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment, we encourage you to apply.```

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

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
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person