Careers at KRI

Join our team and enjoy challenging and rewarding work with a pioneer in the manufacture of broad-beam products. Recognized leaders in our field, we collaborate with research institutions, high-tech industrialists, and vacuum system OEMs around the globe from our state-of-the-art facility in beautiful Fort Collins, Colorado.

An Expert Team

As a KRI employee, you’ll work with some of the world’s most respected and accomplished ion beam experts in a supportive, creative environment where each person’s contribution is valued and every success is a shared success. Plus, we offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits.

A close up of a person putting an ion source together.
If you’re a highly motivated team player looking to start or advance your career, we may have the perfect position for you. See our current openings below.

 

Current Openings

Position Title: Shipping & Receiving Specialist, Import-Export
Department: Purchasing
Reports To: Purchasing Supervisor
Status: Full-time Non-Exempt

Position Overview

Assembles orders and prepares all shipping documents and labels ensuring customer instructions are met and/or cost-effective carriers are used. Adheres to US Government regulations for both domestic and international shipments using logistics carriers. This position packs materials and supplies. This position is responsible for transferring KRI finished goods to all customers & vendors, worldwide. The person will also be vital in helping with inventory and supplies.

  • Perform Shipping & Receiving Duties.
  • Responsible for arranging customer-specified carriers.
  • Prepare labels & export documents for all international shipments.
  • Responsible for contacting forwarding agents as specified by customer PO.
  • Classify all exports with correct Schedule B # and HTS Codes.
  • Prepare shipping quotes as requested.
  • Confirm all daily shipments are complete in time for daily pick-ups.
  • Available to answer all incoming calls & questions related to shipping.
  • Main point of contact for all shipping questions, issues & concerns.
  • Help with inventory counts and supplies as needed.
  • Create purchase orders.
  • Order shipping supplies and packaging materials.
  • Package and ship parts for heat treatment.
  • Prepare pallets for shipping.
  • Maintain cleanliness of shipping area.
  • Occasionally create and close work orders.

  • Effective communication skills both written and verbal, allowing for clear and professional dialogue around thoughts, issues, and concerns.
  • Ability to build a working relationship with outside delivery personnel.
  • Ability to accurately complete shipping documents including, but not limited to, commercial invoices, certificates of origin, USMCA paperwork, bills of lading, shipper’s letters of instruction.
  • Ability to use FedEx, UPS & other logistics online software.
  • Proficient with M/S office (excel, word, outlook).
  • Knowledge of Incoterms, U.S. Customs & Border Protection requirements, U.S. government import and export regulations. (some training may be provided).

  • Must be able to build and maintain working relationships in person, via telephone & email.
  • Thrive in a multi-lingual environment.
  • Ability to promptly relay issues related to a shipment in-transit.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and track shipments when questions arise.
  • Fluent with FedEx, UPS, USPS Software.
  • Ability to operate Forklift, Pallet Jack/Hand truck or dolly.
  • High School Diploma/GED with 2 years’ experience.
  • Ability to drop off shipments.

  • Noise level low indoors.
  • Use of Forklift, Pallet Jack/Hand truck or dolly.
  • Heavy equipment hazards and tools.

  • Required to stand, walk, lift, pulling/pushing, climb, drive and use hands.
  • Ability to type, grasp, twist, squat, bend, kneel and reach.
  • Able to lift up to 70 pounds on occasion.

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Position Title: Electronics Assembler
Department: Electronics
Reports To: Electronics Manager
Status: Full-time Hourly

Position Overview

The Electronics Assembler position at Kaufman & Robinson is responsible for the assembly of power supplies, power supply components, and subassemblies. Additional responsibilities include performing inspections, touch-ups, and re-work. This position is an integral part of the Electronics Production team which strives to meet and exceed customer order timelines and quality expectations. An excellent Electronic Assembler is organized, detailed, result-driven, and a strong team member.

  • Assemble power supplies, power supply components, and subassemblies.
  • Install through-hole parts on printed circuit boards.
  • Perform lead-free, through-hold, SMT, and re-work soldering.
  • Assemble Transformers.
  • Calibrate, test, and troubleshoot power supplies and printed circuit boards.
  • Record information and enter data into a Windows based PC.
  • Ability to follow assembly instructions.
  • Ability to complete work orders in a timely manner with exceptional quality.
  • Must keep area clean and organized.
  • Ability to operate machinery used for manufacturing PCB’s (Wave and P&P machines)

  • Solder experience necessary, solder certification a plus.
  • Ability to be flexible.
  • Ability to run wave machine
  • Ability to operate P&P machine
  • Basic troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to operate/navigate a Windows based PC.
  • Ability to meet production schedules.
  • Ability to organize and fill out detailed documentation.
  • Demonstrates time management skills and the ability to multitask.

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with 2-4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Electronics assembly experience a plus.
  • Lead-free, through-hold, SMT, and re-work hand soldering experience a plus.

  • Indoor work.
  • Noisy in production and vacuum chamber area at times.
  • High voltage exposure.
  • Heavy equipment hazards and tool usage.
  • Machinery with moving parts

  • Required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands.
  • Ability to type, grasp, twist, and squat.
  • Able to lift +/- 50 pounds on occasion.

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Position Title: Machinist
Department: Machine Shop
Reports To: Machine Shop Manager
Status: Full-time Hourly

Position Overview

Responsible for set up, operation and adjustment of Manual and CNC machines.
Create parts out of various materials on various equipment for the sole purpose of manufacturing ion sources.
Supports metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly inspection and testing using knowledge of machine functions, material properties and mathematics.

  • Maintains safe and clean work environment
  • Ability to setup, run and program various  machines, power and hand tools and equipment to make the parts
  • Prepare material to be used in machines
  • Read and sometimes decipher company drawings
  • Ability to program a machine to make parts to specifications
  • Grit/Bead Blast parts as required
  • Saw material as required
  • De-burr and clean all parts
  • Inspect parts with various tools
  • Maintain all tooling related to the machine
  • Forklift operation
  • Material handling – unload truck

  • Basic computer skills
  • Basic troubleshooting skills
  • Basic knowledge of hand tools, manual mills and lathes

  • At least 1 year experience in a machine shop environment
  • Demonstrate mechanical/technical ability with at least 3 years of experience
  • Knowledge of MasterCam software or similar product a plus
  • Knowledge of CNC machines and various hand tools

  • Indoor work
  • Noisy, sharp sound environment while equipment running
  • Heavy material handling
  • Long periods of time standing

  • Required to stand, walk, sit and use hands.
  • Ability to type, grasp and twist, squat
  • Able to lift up to 100 pounds on occasion.

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