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Full-time
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Production Associate

2/23/2026

This role involves performing diverse bench and assembly work, operating complex manufacturing machines with detailed procedures, and testing/inspecting in-process and completed products. Key duties also include material handling, coordinating tasks for other Level 2 employees, and ensuring process efficiency and product quality.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Lightera was created through the integration of Furukawa Electric Group’s optical fiber business units, including the Fiber Cable Division in Japan, OFS LLC, and Furukawa Electric LATAM S.A. This strategic union brings together a legacy in optical science to deliver comprehensive connectivity solutions worldwide. With operational headquarters in Norcross, Georgia, U.S.A., Lightera serves customers across telecommunications, enterprise, industrial, generative AI, data centers, 5G/6G, utilities, medical, aerospace, defense, and sensing markets. We are committed to building faster, more reliable and sustainable connections, empowering industries and communities for a smarter future. Learn more at https://lightera.com/
About the Role

JOB PURPOSE:

Optical fiber manufacturing associate. Perform a wide variety of assignments including bench related work assignments and the operation of complex machines. Operate machines requiring limited interrelated adjustments with detailed procedures in manufacturing layouts, engineering specifications, similar operating procedures or work instructions, including but not limited to, inspection; basic care and cleaning of equipment and work area to ensure process efficiency and product quality. Test and inspect in-process and completed products. Perform material handling duties requiring the operation of all types of material handling equipment. Receive, store, stage and ship all types of materials and products. Work with maintenance, engineers or other support personnel to identify and to resolve equipment, process or product issues. Maintain work area organization/orderliness and cleanliness. Perform inspection, basic care and cleaning to include cleaning of equipment, limited equipment inspections and adjustments. Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE) and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High School GED or equivalent.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Prior manufacturing experience is preferred

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be able to work any shift or work schedule. Some technical school is desirable. Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Product Specialist – Level 2

Perform a wide variety of bench and assembly work.  Operate machines requiring limited interrelated adjustments with detailed procedures in manufacturing layouts, engineering specifications, or similar operating procedures.  Assist in the loading, unloading, string-up, set-up, and operation complex machines.  Test and inspect in-process and completed products.  Perform material handling duties requiring the operation of all types of material handling equipment.  Receive, store, stage and ship all types of materials and products.  Communicate and instruct other Level 2 employees.  Perform work assignment and coordinating duties for a group of Level 2 employees.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

  • Machine control interface (touchscreens)
  • Basic computer use: mouse, icon, hotkeys and restarting clients
  • Reading, Writing English language
  • Basic math     
  • Time management
  • Computer tablet interface.
  • Computer app use
  • Basic software use and internet browsing

Key Skills
Machine Control InterfaceBasic Computer UseReading EnglishWriting EnglishBasic MathTime ManagementComputer Tablet InterfaceComputer App UseBasic Software UseInternet BrowsingInspectionMaterial HandlingEquipment OperationSafety PracticesAssembly Work
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