Technologist, Process Development

Title: Technologist, Process Development

Work Location: Thurso,Canada (On-site)

Division & Department: Production

COMPANY VALUES

All Authentix employees are expected to embrace our Company values in the performance of their respective tasks and duties.

Always with integrity Authentixians value:

• Dedicate ourselves to our customers' success
• Compete and win with integrity
• Create innovative solutions with science and technology
• Team and collaborate with accountability

JOB SUMMARY

Job Title: Technologist, Process Development - Optical Fabrication

Position Overview: The Technologist, Process Development will provide essential support to scientists and engineers by executing precision nano and micro-fabrication processes, particularly leveraging advanced nano-imprint lithography (NIL) technology. This hands-on role involves operating sophisticated production equipment, maintaining system integrity, and collaborating closely with technical teams to enhance existing manufacturing processes and develop innovative fabrication solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute nano and micro-fabrication processes utilizing cutting-edge nano-imprint lithography (NIL) systems.
• Operate and maintain optical fabrication and production equipment, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to process standards.
• Support process improvement initiatives, applying lean manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency, yield, and quality.
• Document processes, monitor results, and contribute to troubleshooting and corrective action implementation.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to support ongoing R&D and production scale-up activities.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience with large-scale printing, printed electronics, hologram manufacturing, display manufacturing, or related optical fabrication.
• Demonstrated experience applying lean manufacturing methodologies for continuous process improvement.
• Technical proficiency in operating, calibrating, and maintaining advanced fabrication and optical systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to maintain precision and accuracy in complex processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and an aptitude for innovative thinking in process optimization.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity or direct experience with nano-imprint lithography (NIL) highly desirable.
• Experience working within optics, photonics, or similar high-tech manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of microfabrication techniques, including lithography, etching, and deposition processes.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Experience with roll-to-roll machinery, industrial printing processes and experience working with UV/thermal curing resins.
• Bilingual in French and English is preferred for cross-functional work with our global offices.

WORK REQUIREMENTS

• Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard [production manufacturing/lab] environment. Employees may work under the stress of regular interdepartmental interaction and pressure to meet various deadlines.
• Physical: Essential functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an [production manufacturing/lab] setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time; must be able to hear and verbally communicate in order to exchange information in person or over the phone; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach and twist; to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 50 pounds of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement; to occasionally travel to other locations using various modes of private or commercial transportation.