Sr. Scientific Glassblower

Job Information:

Location:

Portland, OR 97229;
Position Type:
Full Time.

Tosoh Quartz is a global leader in high‑precision silica glass products, where innovation and quality drive our success in the semiconductor industry. As part of the diversified Tosoh Corporation family, our teams in the US and the UK collaborate across continents to deliver cutting‑edge semiconductor industry solutions through advanced engineering and a commitment to continuous improvement. With over 300 dedicated employees and a reputation for excellence, we offer a dynamic environment focused on developing new products, fostering professional growth, and shaping the future of technology.

• Utilize tools and equipment (ovens, oxygen/hydrogen torches, lathes, vacuum chucks, etc.) in the fabrication of complex and delicate glass products specific to the semiconductor industry.
• Perform free‑hand glasswork as required.
• Work from well‑documented work instructions, production diagrams and/or blueprints on assignments where dimensions and tolerances may be difficult to obtain and maintain.
• Aid in the design of tools, jigs, fixtures, and set‑ups for specialized fabrication assignments.
• Provide technical advice regarding glass fabrication techniques.
• Document all time and material movements in ERP.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 8+ years of experience manufacturing quartz materials in a scientific or industrial glassblowing environment
• Able to perform complex glass working tasks, including welding and glassblowing, in the shaping and forming of quartz materials
• Experience with various quartz fabrication equipment such as lathes, hydrogen torches, annealing ovens, and automation robots to fabricate complex quartz products
• Able to demonstrate precision welding skills
• Able to interpret technical drawings, specifications, work instructions, and/or blueprints
• Experience training early‑career glassblowers in using established methods and processes
• Experience in a manufacturing production environment where consistency and repeatability are key

• Experience working with hydrogen
• Experience following LEAN methodologies in a production environment

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• $500 annual wellness reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO accrual and 10 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Dependent scholarship and education assistance
• Columbia Sportswear Employee Store access
• Additional perks that make Tosoh Quartz a great place to build your career

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Please note:

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to successfully complete pre‑employment drug and background screenings.