Optical Technician

Job Type


Full-time

Description

Scope of the role:

An Optical Technician must have an aptitude for mechanics and an eye for detail. Their function is to ensure that all parts and products under their care are in proper working order and meet the quality standards of the company.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for setting up and operating manufacturing equipment.
• Responsibilities may include blocking, degreasing, grinding, polishing.
• Knowledge and understanding of process steps.
• Measure optical parts using optical metrology equipment, including hands tools.
• Understand quality specifications and perform quality checks on own work.
• Able to perform cleaning methods on small optics using both hands and a variety of tools such as tweezers, suction cups, clamps, Q-Tips, etc.
• Able to interpret blueprints, work orders, travelers
• Participate in Kaizen events and other improvement activities.
• Help develop and maintain process documentation.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives as needed.
• Help develop with team members the creation of WI and other matrix needed
• Help support improvements on the production floor for sustainment
• Work with manufacturing team to identify and implement process improvements that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve quality in the optical manufacturing process.
• Help support any safety related initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Excellent manual dexterity, accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to use precision tools to take accurate measurements
• Ability to maintain close tolerances
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals
• Knowledge of glass
• Good mathematical and computer skills
• Must be able to work independently with minimal guidance required
• Excellent communication
• Strong ability to motive
• Team player and willingness to share job knowledge
• Positive attitude is essential

Minimum Education (or substitute experience) required:

• High School Diploma or GED

Minimum Experience Required:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in related field

Note: This job description is not intended to be exhaustive in every respect, but rather to clearly define the fundamental purpose, responsibilities and dimensions for the role. Therefore, this job description does not describe any individual role holder. In addition to the contents of this job description, employees are expected to undertake any and all other reasonable and related tasks allocated by their line manager.


The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunity or practices on the grounds of gender, race, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national laws under which the Company operates.

In the instance that the position will involve having access to items and technical data that may be controlled under U.S. export laws and regulations ("U.S. Export Control Laws"), including but not limited to the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR") and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR"). To comply with the U.S. Export Control Laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within G&H that may present access to export-controlled technical data, G&H must assess whether candidates are "U.S. persons" as defined under the EAR (15 C.F.R. Part 772) and the ITAR (22 C.F.R. § 120.15). Certain questions asked during the application process are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this position.


Salary Description


$22.00 - $26.00 Hourly