Optical Quality Assurance Measurement Technician

Optical Quality Assurance Measurement Technician

B-SHIFTS (3pm-11:30pm)

Minimum 40 hrs/week; overtime as needed

Optimax is experiencing exciting growth and expanding our team! We are seeking TITLE ns at all skill levels. Whether you are starting your career or looking for a new challenge, we offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to creating cutting-edge optics for a wide range of industries. Apply now and start your career journey with Optimax!

A unique corporate culture combined with a dynamic work environment:

At Optimax, we build lenses that power cutting-edge technologies in aerospace, defense, and consumer electronics. Our optics help shape breakthroughs that benefit humanity and protect our freedom. We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where innovation and teamwork thrive. We are looking for motivated individuals who are eager to learn, grow, and contribute to impactful projects.

Job Summary and Essential Job Duties:

The Optical Quality Assurance Measurement Technician position inspects precision optical lenses and records measured values. They work to industry standards inside a clean environment with apparel provided. They will operate various interferometric testing equipment accompanied by mechanical instruments to record and manage test data.

Through On the Job Training (OJT), TITLE will:

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• Read and interpret blueprints, specification sheets, standards and customer data
• Inspect optical parts for surface defects such as pits, scratches, unpolished areas, bubbles, and chips, in accordance to industry requirements
• Measure and record lens dimensions, such as thickness, radius of curvature and surface figure/roughness on in-process inspection data sheets
• Verify all data is present and correct on in-process inspection data sheets according to customer requirements 
• Contact team members and team leaders when discrepant material is identified
• Provide quality audits to verify inspection processes are being carried out and work with opticians on a continuous basis 

Advancement through the Optical Quality Assurance Measurement Technician ranks is attained via increasing levels of education, experience, industrial skills, math skills, computing skills, responsibility and leadership potential and effectiveness.

Education Requirements: 

Minimum Requirements:

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• Ability to effectively work with a team and independently
• Ability to collect, interpret, and record data accurately  
• Excellent work ethic
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to follow directions and prioritize with attention to detail
• Ability to work in a challenging, fast paced environment with good time management skills
• Analytical troubleshooting / problem solving 

Other Skills and Experience:

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• Experience with Microsoft Office, Epicor, and MetroPro 
• Ability to handle repetitive tasks while maintaining consistency, accuracy, and efficiency
• Ability to use the following equipment: surface profilers, interferometers
• Willingness to train other staff on the use of measurement equipment
• Demonstrate basic math skill competency, including: decimals and unit conversion (standard/metric)
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Initiative and mental concentration to learn new skills and techniques 
• Availability on off-shifts and occasional Saturday/Sunday work hours
• Prior experience inspecting/handling optics is a plus

Work Requirements: 

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch: and talk and hear.
• The job may involve prolong 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.

Work Environment:

• This position works in a manufacturing environment. The 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
• The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes
• May be assigned to various production areas as needs require.

Compensation & Benefits:

Optimax offers competitive compensation based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 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 committed to offering equal opportunity for all candidates.  We encourage you to apply regardless of background, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.  Optimax will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. 

ITAR Compliance: 

Due to federal regulations, employment at Optimax is limited to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. (EEO) Optimax Systems, Inc. must comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) issued by the United States Department of State, Department of Defense Trade Controls. Because of the ITAR, Optimax must limit employment opportunities to US citizens or lawful permanent residents of the United States. 

If you require an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact our Human Resources team at 585-265-1020.