Assembly Technician

Assembly Technician

Location:

Boulder, CO, US, 80301

Job Function:
Operations

Job Country:
United States

Job City:
Boulder

Job Type: Regular Full Time

• Perform optical assembly/alignment techniques, adhesive dispensing and curing, shimming techniques, work with lasers, electro-static discharge training, and use of torque limiting tools.
• Assemble basic opto-mechanical subassemblies, following written procedures and completing all relevant paperwork.
• Perform bonding techniques using robotic dispensing equipment, paying attention to clearance requirements of moving parts to adjust speed, timing or output, thereby ensuring continuity, quality, and safety.
• Assist Engineering and suggest changes that may be needed.
• Perform Optical Metrology measurements (surface figure, transmitted wavefront error, extinction ratio, dimensional and angle, and others) using both hand and computer-operated tools.
• Ensure compliance with established specifications.
• Understand material handling practices in a cleanroom environment.
• Follow proper cleanroom practices and protocols.
• Keep assembly department and surrounding areas clean and free of contaminants.
• Serve as a role model for safe work practices and behaviors, following established health and safety policies and procedures.
• Check work before signing off on completion.
• Turn off equipment and place tools, components, and paperwork in designated storage locations before leaving the area.
• Use computers to record information on process sheets correctly.
• Schedule minded:
  Willing to occasionally work overtime or off-shifts to support the shipment schedule.
• Recommend procedural improvements to management.
• Work in a clean room Class 5 environment with proper PPE.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing in an assembly department preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
• Manual Dexterity.
• Fine motor control, good hand-eye coordination; feel for handling sensitive optics and preserving finished surfaces.
• Able to follow detailed instructions without variance.
• Understanding of and familiarity with basic computer usage under the Windows operating system including the Office suite of programs.

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

Pay Range: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Our facility in Boulder, Colorado 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. It includes comprehensive optical fabrication and coating capabilities, advanced assembly technology, and an extensive in-house metrology lab.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Minorities/Females/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation