Technician, 1st Shift

About Us

Our Business Unit Lighting and Imaging offers smart solutions for light delivery and image transmission in demanding environments - from medical devices, industrial, and safety applications to aviation and automotive. With manufacturing sites in Europe and North America, and supported by SCHOTT's global sales network, we are a leading supplier of high-quality fiber optic and LED components.

• Assist with the development and implementation of new products, processes, equipment, and controls.
• Prepare and execute design sheets for drawing fiber optic material made from various glass components.
• Operate various complex equipment including drawing, fusing, finishing, polishing, and inspection equipment.
• Coordinate experiments, compile data, document results, and write technical reports.
• Prepare process documentation for newly developed products and processes.
• Participate in manufacturing engineering task force meetings to ensure effective transfer of technology to Manufacturing.
• May require some travel, domestic and international, including customer and internal meetings and conferences.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A.S. degree in Engineering, Applied Physics, or equivalent technical experience in fiber optics required.
• Minimum three (3) years' experience in a scientific or engineering field required.
• Experience in physics optics/fiber optics and mathematics preferred.
• Ability to work with, understand, modify and control complex equipment.
• Previous experience in an R&D environment preferred.
• Willing and able to handle several projects at the same time.
• Computer proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office software.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Effective communication skills: listening, writing, speaking and oral presentations.
• Self‑motivated and results oriented.
• Ability to work in a team‑oriented environment.
• Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Due to the nature of work performed at this facility, US Person status may be required.

At SCHOTT, you can expect a unique corporate culture where we emphasize equity, diversity, and inclusion. We know: motivated and committed employees are the precondition for the success of our company.

Hourly Pay Range: $30.00–$40.00

Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.