Rochester, NY

Precision Optical Technician (Level 2)

Position Summary:

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

opto-electro-mechanical assemblies as required. Ensuring all assemblies are defect free, meet all

required performance specifications, and are of the highest possible quality. Shall include ability to

troubleshoot assemblies to assist in root cause analysis of any performance deficiency. Support

New product transition to Manufacturing.

Position Responsibilities:

Taking direction from Manager/Supervisor, following dispatch and coaching from fellow

coworkers build product to meet 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, keep jobs organized and

report labor.

Account for tools and supplies provided for use at designated work center(s), report back

with 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, work flows, test protocols, etc. to management to improve

efficiency and quality and help meet department lean manufacturing objectives.

Work with company software.

Position Requirements: (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

Cleaning and handling of Optics, coated optics and components

Excellent communications skills both written and verbal.

Basic math (addition/subtraction/division/multiplication/fractions/decimals/percentages) Units

of Measure (English and Metric) and conversions between

Reading & Writing in English at a high-school graduate level

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

All documents are controlled per the

Control of Documented Information Procedure.

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Use of analytical skills for identifying problem areas and creative ways for resolution.

Organization and neatness of assigned assembly work area

Basic computer literacy and ability to navigate through use of browsers

Ability to work standing up for up to 8 hours per work day with physical strength to lift up to

35 lbs without assistance.

Ability to learn more advanced computer skills, company software

Ability to take notes and work with Technical writer to create work instructions.

Ability to trouble shoot problems and make corrections

Educational Requirements: (Degrees, Certifications)

Associates degree in a technology specialty such as machine tools, electronics, Optics or

High school diploma or equivalent plus 5 years' experience in optical inspection or

assembly.

Nesco Resource and affiliates (Lehigh G.I.T Inc, and Callos Resource, LLC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics with respect to employment opportunities.

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