Optical Fabricator - Weekend Shift

Optical Fabricator - Weekend Shift

The Optical Fabricator is responsible for operating CNC and conventional centering equipment used to machine precision optical components to specification. This role supports the production of optical components requiring consistent attention to detail, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work within tight tolerances.

The position involves machine operation, in-process inspection, basic process adjustments, and maintaining production quality standards within a precision manufacturing environment. While prior optical fabrication experience is beneficial, candidates with manufacturing experience, hands-on mechanical ability, or other precision-based technical experience are encouraged to apply. Training will be provided for the right candidate.

Key responsibilities include setting up and operating CNC and conventional centering machines, developing, running, and adjusting CNC programs based on drawings, specifications, and machining parameters, centering optical components to print, maintaining dimensional accuracy and concentricity requirements, monitoring machine performance and making real-time adjustments to maintain process control, performing in-process and final inspection using appropriate metrology tools, verifying component geometry, alignment, and surface condition in accordance with specifications, identifying and isolating nonconforming material and coordinating with quality and engineering as needed, documenting production and inspection results in accordance with internal procedures, supporting process development, tooling setup, and continuous improvement efforts, and maintaining equipment, tooling, and work area in proper operating condition.

Required skills and qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, experience working in manufacturing, machining, assembly, or other hands-on technical environments involving precision work, mechanical processes, or detailed inspection activities, mechanical aptitude and ability to learn CNC and conventional machining processes within a precision manufacturing environment, ability to read and follow work instructions, technical drawings, specifications, and documented procedures, comfortable using basic measurement and inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, or comparators, strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain consistent quality and follow established processes, ability to identify process issues, communicate concerns, and work effectively with production, quality, and engineering teams, and exposure to Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement environments is a plus.

Core competencies include being results-oriented, curious, process-oriented, analytical, accountable, detail-oriented, and a team player.

Additional requirements include being a U.S. person as defined by U.S. law.

Compensation and benefits include a competitive compensation package linked to your experience and performance, 401(k) with company match and tuition reimbursement opportunities, health, dental, vision, HSA, & life insurance, paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 11 paid company holidays.

Work requirements and physical demands include working in a precision manufacturing environment supporting optical fabrication and machining operations, with regular exposure to CNC and conventional machining equipment, requiring prolonged periods of standing and frequent movement throughout the production area while operating equipment, handling materials, and performing inspections, frequent use of hands and fingers for machine operation, loading/unloading components, handling tooling, and performing detailed measurement and inspection tasks, requires visual acuity and attention to detail for reading blueprints, inspecting precision optical components, monitoring machining operations, and verifying dimensional accuracy, regular use of precision measurement equipment including micrometers, calipers, gauges, comparators, and related inspection tools, exposure to moving mechanical equipment, machining oils, coolants, solvents, airborne particles, and moderate to loud manufacturing noise levels, required use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses and any area-specific protective equipment or safety training required within the manufacturing environment, may require occasional lifting and movement of materials, tooling, fixtures, or components, typically up to 25 pounds, and position may require flexibility in schedule, including overtime or shift adjustments, based on production demands and business needs.

Rochester Precision Optics