Optical Technician; Precision Assembly & Laser Alignment

Overview

As a Precision Optical Technician at Quality Vision International, you will assemble, test, and troubleshoot high‑precision optical, opto‑mechanical, and opto‑electro‑mechanical systems, ensuring each product meets exact performance specifications and the highest quality standards.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm
Compensation: $22.00 to $30.00 per hour based on experience
Location: Rochester, NY (On‑Site)

• Surface fit and system transmission wavefront testing on the interferometer
• Laser alignment of lenses into cells and stacking of cells
• Coating and LED wavelength testing using a spectrometer
• Opto‑electrical and opto‑mechanical assembly, test, and calibration
• Handling and cleaning of fiber optics
• Follow direction from Manager/Supervisor and coworker coaching to meet production demand
• Assemble optical, opto‑mechanical, and opto‑electro‑mechanical assemblies per work instructions
• Perform testing of assemblies and record performance data
• Account for components, materials, tools, and supplies, keeping jobs organized and reporting labor/issues
• Maintain high level of cleanliness in work center and parts produced
• Report quality issues promptly to ensure product quality
• Support Quality issues through NCPs and RMAs
• Support Engineering in new product development and transition to production
• Identify and eliminate waste sources; suggest process improvements, workflows, test protocols to improve efficiency and quality
• Work with company software
• Provide technical support and guidance to other Optical Technicians (Level III)
• Perform advanced troubleshooting on assemblies and initiate correct measures (Level III)
• Support ISO, 5S, and Lean initiatives as required (Level III)

• Associate degree in a technology specialty such as machine tools, electronics, optics, etc., OR high school diploma/equivalent plus 5 years’ experience in optical inspection or assembly (10 years experience for Level III)
• Positive attitude
• Ability to clean and handle optics equipment, coated optics, and components
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and percentages, and units of measure (English and metric) with conversions
• Basic hand tools: wrenches, spanner wrenches, torque wrenches, screwdrivers
• Basic metrology instruments: calipers, micrometers, scales, dial indicators, gage blocks
• Commitment to caring for and using sensitive, delicate tools and instruments
• Use of analytical skills to identify problems
• Organization and neatness of assigned assembly work area
• Basic computer literacy and ability to navigate browsers
• Ability to learn more advanced computer skills and company‑specific software
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  Level 3 technician is an independent worker focused on quality and speed, meeting all Level 2 requirements plus:
• Ability to independently work on multiple product lines and train others
• Familiarity with optical metrology instruments: laser alignment systems, optical power meters, interferometers, autocollimators, spectrometers
• Experience cementing doublets and stacking lenses with high precision (preferred)
• Experience in applying inspection, assembly, and alignment skills in a product development environment
• Experience in process development and writing
• Ability to troubleshoot at intermediate level based on system‑level understanding
• Ability to walk through multiple software platforms
• Advanced interferometry and QVI testing
• Ability to lead and train, including problem resolution
• Experience with lens stacking, laser alignment, clean room and interferometry preferred

• Work standing up for extended periods (8 hours per workday)
• Lift up to 35 lbs without assistance
• Proficient manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination for precise optical assembly work
• Willingness to grow and take on new responsibilities

• Paid Time Off: 10 paid holidays each year plus over 3 weeks of PTO to start; additional time after 5 and 10 years
• Health coverage: QVI pays 97–100 % of premiums on our most affordable HDHP (free single coverage for employees)
• Employer‑paid short‑term &…