optical technician - Rochester, NY, United States - Quality Vision International

Description

The Level 2 Precision Optical Technician will perform precision assembly of optical, opto-mechanical, and

opto-electro-mechanical assemblies as required, while ensuring all assemblies are defect-free, meet all required performance specifications, and are of the highest possible quality. Level 2 Technicians troubleshoot assemblies to assist in root cause analysis of any performance deficiency and support new product transition to Manufacturing.

The Level 3 Precision Optical Technician will perform precision assembly of optical, opto-mechanical, and

opto-electro-mechanical assemblies as required, while ensuring all assemblies are defect free, meet all required performance specifications and are of the highest possible quality. Level 3 Technicians troubleshoot assemblies to assist in root cause analysis of any performance deficiency and support new product transition to Manufacturing.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Receive direction from Manager/Supervisor, following dispatch and coaching from fellow coworkers in order to build product to meet production demand.

• Assembly of optical, opto-mechanical, and opto-electro-mechanical assemblies as required by work instructions.

• Perform testing of assemblies and record performance data.

• Account for components and materials provided for assembly jobs, keeping jobs organized and reporting labor.

• Account for tools and supplies provided for use at designated work center(s), reporting back to management any identified problems, missing or broken tools or shortage of supplies.

• Maintain high level of cleanliness in work center and parts produced.

• Report quality issues when noticed to ensure product quality.

• Support Quality issues through NCPs and RMAs.

• Support Engineering in new product development, help transition to production.

• Identify and eliminate sources of waste within your area and sphere of influence. Suggest new improved processes, workflows, test protocols, etc. to management to improve efficiency and quality and help meet department lean manufacturing objectives.

• Work with company software.

• Perform advanced troubleshooting on assemblies and initiate proper measures to correct. (Tech III)

• Provide technical support and guidance to other Optical Technicians as needed. (Tech III)

Requirements

• Associates degree in technology specialty such as machine tools, electronics, Optics, etc. OR High school diploma or equivalent plus 5 years experience in optical inspection or assembly. (Level II)

• Associate degree in technology specialty such as machine tools, electronics, Optics, etc. OR High school diploma or equivalent plus 10 years' experience in optical inspection or assembly. (Level III)

• Positive attitude.

• Ability to clean and handle Optics equipment, coated optics, and components.

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

• Basic math (addition/subtraction/division/multiplication/fractions/decimals/percentages), Units of Measure (English and Metric), and conversions between

• Basic hand tools: wrenches, spanner wrenches, torque wrenches, screwdrivers.

• Basic metrology instruments: calipers, micrometers, scales, dial indicators, gage blocks

• Commitment to care and use of sensitive, delicate, tools and instruments

• Use of analytical skills for identifying problems.

• Organization and neatness of assigned assembly work area.

• Basic computer literacy and ability to navigate through the use of browsers.

• Ability to learn more advanced computer skills and company-specific software.

• Ability to take notes and work with the Technical Writer to create work instructions.

• Ability to troubleshoot problems and make corrections.

• Basic interferometer skills. (preferred)

• Laser alignment of optical lenses and cells (preferred)

• Ability to independently work on multiple product lines and train others. (Level III)

• Familiarity with most of the following optical metrology instruments: laser alignment systems, optical power meters, interferometers, autocollimators and spectrometers. (Level III)

• Experience cementing doublets and stacking lenses with a high degree of precision. (preferred) (Level III)

• Experience in applying the inspection, assembly and alignment skills defined above in a product development environment. (Level III)

• Experience in process development, process writing. (Level III)

• Ability to troubleshoot at an intermediate level. I.e., based on system level understanding. (Level III)

• Ability to walk through several software platforms. (Level III)

• Advanced interferometry and QVI testing. (Level III)

Ability to lead and train, including identifying issues and problem resolution. (Level III)

Physical and/or Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to work standing up for extended periods of time (8 hours per workday)

• Physical strength to lift up to 35 lbs. without requiring assistance.

• Proficient manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for precise optical assembly work.

What We Offer:
Paid Time Off:

• 10 paid holidays annually
• Over 3 weeks of total PTO (vacation/sick/personal) each year, with an increase in PTO benefits after 5 and 10 years

Paid Benefits:

• Robust health benefit offerings with medical premiums as low as $3.28 per week (single employee) or $10.02 per week (family) QVI pays over 97% of the premium on our most affordable plans for our employees. Employees pay 2.5%
• Employer Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability benefits
• Life insurance benefits paid by QVI
• Annual Retirement Profit Share of 5% of gross wages
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $7,000 annually
• Annual scholarships for dependents of employees
• Referral bonuses of $1,250 when employees help us spread the word and hire great talent
• Annual discretionary bonuses for employees not on a commission plan

Extras:

• EAP and Wellness Benefits
• On-site electric vehicle charging stations - free for employee use
• Verizon discounts & Identity Theft Protection Insurance

Quality Vision International Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Salary Description

$20-$22 (level II) OR $23-$30 (level III)