Quality Specialist 2

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an

exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world?

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The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.

Position Overview

A Quality Specialist II (Repeater Tester) in the Production Testing department is responsible for performing a variety of detailed electro-optical tests on repeaters and repeater sub-assemblies in support of Repeater Manufacturing. This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work in a clean room environment, following all prescribed safety and environmental requirements. These are high quality, high reliability products and attention to detail and handling are fundamental requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities (*Indicates an Essential Function)

• • Performs electro-optical tests on multiple sub-assemblies, assemblies and finished products.
  • Generates incident reports to track non-compliances in the testing process.
  • Interfaces with manufacturing and quality departments.
  • Performs basic computer functions and works within multiple software applications.
  • Follows verbal and written instruction, accepts increased responsibility and is accountable for his/her actions.
  • Follows safety guidelines (PPE, etc.) and demonstrates safe work practices.
  • Maintains a good safety record, has a working knowledge of the behavioral based safety initiatives and accepts the responsibility to communicate unsafe situations.
  • Adheres to the safety and quality standards (goals and metrics) of the organization while working within a team environment.
  • While interacting with customers and visitors, represents the Company in a positive manner.
• Promotes job and process improvement as it relates to the department (through 5S as well as other improvement initiatives).
• Responds to multiple production assignments in a timely and efficient manner.
• Overtime may be required, based on business need; regular attendance required.
• Other duties as assigned.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not

available for this position.

Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law. Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume.

BENEFITS

SubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY

SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• 18-24 months experience as repeater tester
• Previous related experience (such as optical and electronic testing) and/or training preferred.
• Must be able to pass a written, job related test.
• Experience in the use of computers in a testing environment for software-controlled testing, knowledge of Windows applications a plus.
• Ability to comprehend and accurately execute test procedures.
• Ability to retain a high degree of responsibility while working with minimal supervision and be a productive member of a highly motivated team.
• Basic knowledge of measurement techniques and equipment as used in optical and electronic testing, such as optical spectrum analyzer, voltmeter, etc. strongly preferred.
• The ability to react to changes of responsibility throughout the day.
• Must have the flexibility to respond to multiple assignments.
• Ability to work any shift, including days, evenings, nights and weekends as determined by the supervisor.
• Ability to speak, read and write English with technical proficiency.