Diamond Turning Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job description:

Integrated Talent Strategies (ITS) Need a Diamond Turning Technician to work in Boulder CO area. * This position offers a variety of great benefits.*

We are presently seeking a ** Diamond Turning Technician** who will operate single-point diamond turning equipment in the production flow of low to high-volume jobs.

Main responsibilities:

• Working knowledge of geometry and trigonometry

• Perform mechanical inspections using micrometers, optical comparators, dial indicators, and drop gauges to ensure components meet specifications with diameter, sag, and center thickness

• Read and interpret complex prints to determine tolerances and specifications

• Operate and maintain diamond turning equipment for the precision manufacturing of infrared optical lenses and metal mirrors

• Adjust, understand programming, set up, and operate state-of-the-art lathe equipment

• Understands the effect of feed rate, depth of cut, spindle speeds and their effect on quality with different materials

• Responsible for cleaning and visually inspecting diamond-turned optical components, ensuring compliance with ISO and MIL standards for surface quality and dimensional accuracy

• Inspects, maintains, and handles single-point diamond tools, knowledgeable in tool features, application, and proper use

• Optical metrology skills, including calibration and operation of interferometers and surface profilometers (e.g., Form Talysurf) for form error and surface roughness inspection of lenses and mirrors

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

• 7 year's optics diamond turning or equivalent manufacturing experience preferred.

• Basic Math skills

• Teamwork – the ability to work effectively and contribute to a team

• CNC lathe experience is preferred

• Utilizes good communication and interpersonal skill

• Knowledge with DiffSys tool path software or similar

• Familiar with G&M code, modification of tool path, and use call programs as needed

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Windows

• Benefits start day 1: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, PAID Maternity/Paternity leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Long-term and Short-term disability

• They will offer a Relocation Package according to the location .

  Pay Range: $30-$40 per hour, depending on experience.

  Our facility in Boulder, Colorado, has key functions in Research and Development, Operations, Production, and other disciplines. This facility specializes in the manufacturing of ultra-precision optical components, optical thin film coatings, and optical sub-assemblies for demanding applications in lasers, materials processing, instrumentation, life sciences, avionics, and defense.

  This site offers capabilities that include substantial design and engineering resources, comprehensive optical fabrication and coating capabilities, advanced assembly technology, and an extensive in-house metrology lab.

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