Optics Technician III

This position works among a team of individuals manufacturing opto-mechanical products for our customers while providing guidance for less experienced team members. The role entails such functions as setup, operating machines, and in process measurements.

Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:

• Able to work in a production area with high degree of difficulty processes.
• Remove work from tooling and clean/prepare for next process.
• Perform daily maintenance and upkeep of assigned machines in area.
• Advanced operation to setup, load, unload, and operate optical manufacturing equipment such as cutting, edging, grinding, and polishing machines.
• Utilization of conventional, double-sided, and CNC based equipment to work on glass and crystal materials to produce components such as windows, mirrors, prisms, filters, and lenses.
• Setup, measurement, and analysis of parts using metrology devices such as hand tools, microscopes, test plates, autocollimators, profilometers, and interferometers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process issues.
• Participate in process development projects with Engineering.
• Train less experienced team members.
• Handle and clean precision optics and mechanical components.
• Sort and count parts and materials.
• Examine parts and materials for defects.
• Must be able to understand written work instructions and technical drawings for a wide range of products to properly manufacture the final product to the highest of quality standards with zero scrap or rework.
• Maintain proper records in our Manufacturing Database.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement efforts.
• Cross trained to be able to work in multiple production areas.
• Comply with the company safety program and maintain a clean and organized work area.

In addition to the essential functions and duties listed above, all positions are also responsible for:

• Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
• Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments.

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Salary range to be: $29.00 - $34.00 per hour

Physical Activities:

Work may be active, could stand or sit for long durations and/or perform repetitious work at times. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 20 pounds.  Must be able to wear appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment such as but not limited to masks, glasses, gloves, and specialty garments. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and may be noisy at times.

Requirements

Qualifications

Experience:

Minimum of 7 years of manufacturing experience and related technical education.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

 Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and comply with high quality standards.
• Good work ethic.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong ability to shift from one task to another to address changing production priorities.
• Basic mathematic knowledge.
• Proficient in basic computer skills such as Microsoft Office.

Although the location of the position is in Rochester, NY, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identify or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts.  The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Benefits

Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan and tuition reimbursement, just to name a few.