Optical Manufacturing Technician, -shift

Optical Manufacturing Technician, A-shift

Regular Full Time – Ontario, NY, US

Shift: A-Shift (7:00am-3:30pm)

Minimum 40 hrs/week; overtime as needed

Salary Range: $41,731.00 To $62,597.00 Annually

Requisition

Job Summary

The Optical Manufacturing Technician position is responsible for manufacturing precision optics and other optical components. Successful candidates undergo instruction and training to operate optics manufacturing and testing equipment such as multi‑axis CNC machines, generating and polishing machines, and to apply knowledge of layout and tooling techniques, shop mathematics, and properties of optical and abrasive materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret lens specifications from blueprints, drawings, and work orders
• Set up and operate equipment, which may include CNC and non‑CNC generating equipment, grinding equipment, polishing equipment, centering equipment and inspection equipment to manufacture precision optics
• Mount work and tooling pieces on holding fixtures and machines, using adhesive, friction, or vacuum
• Select premixed compounds or mix grinding, polishing, and holding compounds according to formula
• Grind and polish optics to specifications
• Learn to operate interferometers, coordinate measuring machines, and other advanced testing equipment
• Inspect in‑process optics for conformance to specifications

Education Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED required; vocational training in manufacturing, carpentry, materials science, machining or similar strongly desired
• Familiarity with computers, including Microsoft Office
• Proficient shop math skills, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, ratios, decimal arithmetic, and percentages
• Ability to follow directions and attention to detail
• Capable of understanding and interpreting blueprints or drawings for both mechanical and optical standards
• Ability to work in a challenging, fast‑paced environment with good time‑management skills
• Good mental dexterity and decision‑making ability
• Analytical troubleshooting/problem‑solving skills

Other Skills and Experience

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical drawings
• Hand‑eye coordination and/or manual dexterity similar to those skills utilized in artistic, creative, or musical activities are desirable
• Ability to collect and interpret data
• Initiative and mental concentration to learn new skills and techniques
• AAS or AS preferred; one or more years working in manufacturing is also desirable

Work Requirements

Physical Demands:

• Employee frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear
• Job may involve prolonged periods of sitting/standing
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Requires good hand‑eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp
• Position works in a manufacturing environment; noise level can vary from quiet to loud frequencies
• May involve the use of oils and solvents
• Generally works in a clean environment and works to maintain the environment as such
• May require area‑specific safety training
• Employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes
• May be assigned to various production areas as needs require

Benefits

• Bonus: 25% Monthly Profit Sharing
• Tuition Assistance:
  Support for continuing education
• Health Insurance:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• 401(k):
  Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off:
  Generous vacation and paid holidays
• Other Benefits:
  Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Optimax is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics, including disability, veteran status, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, color, gender identity, or any other protected status.

Employment at Optimax Systems, Inc. is subject to export control compliance requirements, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) issued by the United States Department of State, Department of Defense Trade Controls, and the Export Administration Regulations. To meet export control compliance requirements for this position, an applicant must be a “U.S. Person” as defined by applicable regulations or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

“U.S. Person” includes a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.