Highlights
We are seeking a temporary Technical Support Specialist to support day-to-day mechanical processing and production operations for detector materials used in PET molecular imaging applications. The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, comfortable working on the production floor, and willing to learn specialized mechanical processing steps used in large-volume manufacturing.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Rockford, TN |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Website | http://www.ampcus.com |
Description
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.
Job Title: Technical Support/ Mechanical Processing Technician
Location(s): Rockford, TN
Overview
An entry-level, temporary position (6 to 12 months) supporting mechanical material processing activities.
Primary Responsibilities
- Cutting, polishing, and epoxy bonding of materials
- Operating mechanical processing equipment and power tools
- Learning manufacturing and material processing techniques
- Supporting R&D and production-related activities
Candidate Profile
- No extensive experience required
- Mechanical aptitude preferred
- Experience using tools, saws, polishers, or machinery is beneficial
- Bachelor's degree is not required
Position Summary
We are seeking a temporary Technical Support Specialist to support day-to-day mechanical processing and production operations for detector materials used in PET molecular imaging applications. The role is intended for a hands-on production environment and requires daily operation of manufacturing equipment, adherence to process instructions, accurate documentation, and strong commitment to safety, quality, and work ethics.
The position supports potential conversion to full-time employment within one year. The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, comfortable working on the production floor, and willing to learn specialized mechanical processing steps used in large-volume manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Operate production equipment on a daily basis to support mechanical processing and large-volume manufacturing activities.
- Perform cutting, sectioning, and shaping operations using wire saws, ID saws, OD saws, and related production tools.
- Support grinding, polishing, surface finishing, and post-processing of materials according to approved procedures.
- Prepare, load, unload, clean, and maintain equipment and work areas to ensure safe and repeatable production flow.
- Follow manufacturing processes, work instructions, inspection requirements, and process-control expectations.
- Track samples, record process parameters, document deviations, and maintain accurate production records.
- Work closely with process engineering, production, quality, and R&D teams to support process improvements, troubleshooting, and transfer of improved methods into routine manufacturing.
- Follow EHS requirements, PPEr rules, material-handling procedures, and housekeeping standards in a production environment.
Required Qualifications
- Hands-on experience or strong willingness to work in a production, manufacturing, machine-shop, laboratory, or technical processing environment.
- Ability to operate equipment safely, follow detailed procedures, and maintain consistent attention to quality.
- Good mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity, attention to detail, and ability to perform repetitive precision-processing tasks.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, commitment, and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented production environment.
- Ability to document work clearly and communicate issues promptly to supervisors or engineers.
Highly Desirable Skills
- Experience with wire saws, ID saws, OD saws, grinding, polishing, lapping, cutting, surface finishing, or precision sample preparation.
- Experience operating or supporting characterization equipment, optical inspection, dimensional inspection, or related measurement tools.
- Familiarity with production documentation, sample tracking, EHS practices, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.
Conversion to Full Employment
This temporary position supports a potential conversion to full-time employment within a one-year time frame. Conversion will depend on performance, reliability, ability to independently support day-to-day manufacturing operations, commitment to safety and quality, and business needs. Retaining a trained production support specialist would help preserve process knowledge, improve manufacturing continuity, and strengthen execution of scintillator material production.
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
This temporary position supports a potential conversion to full-time employment within a one-year time frame. Conversion will depend on performance, reliability, ability to independently support day-to-day manufacturing operations, commitment to safety and quality, and business needs. Retaining a trained production support specialist would help preserve process knowledge, improve manufacturing continuity, and strengthen execution of scintillator material production.
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
About Company
Ampcus Inc is a global technology and business consulting firm specializing in Digital Transforrmation, Big Data, Analytics, Cyber Security, Testing, IV&V, Infrastructure Management and Enterprise Solutions. Ampcus Inc is an SBA 8(a) certified Women and Minority Owned global Provider of broad range of consulting Services. From strategy to execution, our disciplined yet flexible approach starts and ends with our clients. By listening hard and working harder, their goals become our goals. We are an ISO 9000, ISO 20000, ISO 27000 and CMMi Level certified company.
Ampcus consultants have significant business, engineering and technology experience. Our consultants have over 20 years of business experience and an average of over 10 years of engineering and technology experience. This means that the project teams understand how systems work and how the technology impacts the business processes of organizations.
We believe that success of an engagement is determined by strong project management, clear communication and mutual commitment working collaboratively. Our methodology begins by listening to the customer needs, then working with their teams to gain a clear understanding of the requirements, while providing a knowledge transfer of best practices for the organization. As a recognized leader providing customized software services, management and engineering solutions to companies around the world, our ability to deliver is a "granted" that makes companies put their trust in us to answer their day-to-day business challenges and put them on a path for greater success. We are the choice for our clients because we look at our clients business from a growth perspective.
Industry: Information Technology and Services
Specialties: Digital Transformation, Big Data and Analytics, Infrastructure Management Services, Testing and IV&V, Cyber Security, Active Directory and E-mail Infrastructure, Project Management, Training, and ERP, CRM. EAI, BI