Testing Line Leader

Testing Line Leader
TeraHop  |  Richardson, TX Location Onsite: 1460 N Glenville Dr, Richardson, TX 75081, United States Employment type Full-time, permanent Pay $28–$32/hour, based on experience
## About TeraHop
TeraHop is a global leader in high-speed optical connectivity for AI and hyperscale data center networks. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Singapore, we run R&D, sales, customer support and high-volume manufacturing across the United States, Thailand, and Taiwan, China. Our 400G, 800G, 1.6T and silicon-photonics transceivers are used by top cloud and AI infrastructure customers worldwide.
We are building our North America manufacturing team in Richardson, Texas, and are hiring the first leaders for our assembly, testing and packaging lines.
## About the Role
The Testing Line Leader runs the optical and electrical test line for our transceivers. You will lead test operators, track yield and failures, and work with engineering to keep test stations running.
## Key Responsibilities

- Line operations: Run daily testing schedules to meet production and quality goals.
- Yield and defect tracking: Monitor test metrics, track failure rates, and log scrap and rework data.
- Team leadership: Train, schedule and supervise test operators on standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Quality and compliance: Enforce ESD protocols, cleanroom discipline and optical (laser) safety rules.
- Troubleshooting: Work with test and manufacturing engineers to fix faulty test fixtures and software issues.

Requirements

- 3–7 years in electronics or optical manufacturing, including prior leadership experience.
- Experience leading a production team of 10–20 operators.
- Familiarity with optical and electrical test equipment such as DCA, CDR, attenuators, optical switches and evaluation boards (EVB).
- Understanding of line balancing, first-pass yield and MES data tracking systems.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills, and flexibility to work different shifts.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Able to travel internationally for 1–2 months of training.

## Training
New hires complete a 1–2 month training program at our manufacturing site in Asia before taking on their US responsibilities. Training is fully paid, and the company covers all travel, lodging, meals and transportation.
## Compensation and Benefits

- $28–$32 per hour, negotiable based on experience.
- Day shift for now; shifts will follow company scheduling once production lines launch, with a night shift differential for night work.
- Overtime paid at 1.5x the regular hourly rate, per federal law. Overtime is not regular during the current preparation phase.
- Medical insurance, 401(k) with 5% match, paid time off, sick leave and public holidays.

## Work Environment
Temperature-controlled production floor. Cleanroom entry is required.
## Employment and EEO Information
This is a permanent, full-time position. You will be employed directly by TeraHop.
Equal Opportunity Employer: TeraHop is an Equal Opportunity Employer. TeraHop values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our Inclusivity Commitment means we welcome candidates of all abilities, and our hiring and interview processes accommodate the needs of every applicant.