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About the Role

Vertex Optics is seeking an Optics Technician to fabricate high-quality, complex optical components for critical industries. You will be an important member of the team, and your work will matter.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality, complex optical components to customers' specifications.
• Set up and operate conventional optical manufacturing equipment or computer-controlled fabrication machines (5-axis simultaneous CNC equipment).
• Prepare tooling for grinding, polishing or measurement setups.
• Use measurement devices such as CMM, micrometers, etc.
• Use knowledge, skills and intellect to solve complex problems.
• Hold close tolerances during the fabrication and integration of complex optical configurations.
• Follow engineering drawings, manufacturing instructions, procedures, process specifications, schematics, sketches, or verbal instructions.
• Develop exceptional processes and procedures for Vertex teammates to follow.
• Inspect work and hold high quality standards.
• Maintain accurate notes, record data, track job time, and properly fill out documentation.
• Communicate safety, quality, productivity, and personnel issues to supervisor.
• Cross train and assist team members.

Requirements

• Technical and mathematical aptitude.
• Computer skills.
• Complex problem-solving skills, good judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Self-starter, capable of working with little direction and able to follow procedures.
• Strong work ethic, act with integrity, honest, reliable, dependable, and positive attitude.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced and at times stressful environment.
• This position is restricted to US Citizens, Permanent Residents or Green Card Holders.

Skills

• CAM/Mastercam beneficial
• Machinist experience helpful
• CMM experience helpful
• Experience with various glass materials helpful

Location

• Onsite

Work Type

• Full Time
• 40+ hours per week
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed

Experience Level

• Entry level
• Mid-level
• Senior level

Education Level

• A.S. or B.S. technical degree helpful

Salary/Compensations

• $18-30 per hour depending on experience, skill level, and education.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• 401k
• Paid Family Leave
• Holidays
• PTO
• Bonus Program

About the Company

• Vertex Optics was recognized as one of the 2024 Best Companies to Work for in New York!

Equal Opportunity

• EOE, including disability/vets