Optical Manufacturing Technician, OFF SHIFTS

ZipRecruiter; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optics manufacturer in Canada is seeking Optical Manufacturing Technicians for various shifts. This role involves manufacturing precision optics and operating advanced equipment. Candidates should have a High School diploma and some familiarity with computers and shop math. The company offers competitive compensation and benefits, including profit sharing, health insurance, and tuition assistance.

Benefits

25% Monthly Profit Sharing

Tuition Assistance

Health Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Vocational training in manufacturing or related fields desired.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture precision optics and components.
• Set up and operate manufacturing/testing equipment.
• Inspect optics for conformance to specifications.

Skills

Familiarity with computers

Proficient shop math skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow directions

Excellent communication skills

Analytical troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational training in relevant fields

Tools

CNC machines

Measuring and inspection equipment

Job description

Overview

Optical Manufacturing Technician

OFF SHIFTS: B-Shift (3:00pm-11:30pm), C-Shift (11:00pm-7:30am)

Minimum 35 hrs/week; overtime as needed

Optimax is experiencing exciting growth and expanding our team! We are seeking Optical Manufacturing Technicians 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.

Responsibilities

Job Summary and Essential Job Duties:

The Optical Manufacturing Technician position is responsible for manufacturing precision optics and other optical components. Successful candidates undergo instruction and training to operate optics manufacturing and testing equipment such as multi-axis CNC machines, generating and polishing machines, applying knowledge of layout and tooling techniques and procedures, shop mathematics, and properties of optical and abrasive materials.

Through On the Job Training (OJT), optical manufacturing technicians will:

• Read and interpret lens specifications from blue prints, drawings and work orders;
• Set up and operate equipment, which may include: CNC and non-CNC generating equipment, grinding equipment, polishing equipment, centering equipment and inspection equipment to manufacture precision optics;
• Mount work and tooling pieces on holding fixtures and machines, using adhesive, friction, or vacuum;
• Select premixed compounds or mix grinding, polishing, and holding compounds according to formula;
• Grind and polish optics to specifications;
• Learn to operate Interferometers, coordinate measuring machines and other advanced testing equipment
• Inspect in-process optics for conformance to specifications.

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

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• A High School Diploma or GED required. Vocational training in manufacturing, carpentry, materials science, machining or similar strongly desired.

Minimum Requirements:

• Familiarity with computers to include but not limited to Microsoft Office
• Proficient shop math skills, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, ratios, decimal arithmetic and percentages
• Ability to follow directions and attention to detail
• Capable of understanding and interpreting blueprints or drawings for both mechanical and optical standards
• Ability to work in a challenging, fast paced environment with good time management skills
• Good mental dexterity and decision making
• Excellent communication skills
• Analytical troubleshooting / problem solving

Other Skills and Experience:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical drawings.
• Hand-eye coordination and/or manual dexterity similar to those skills utilized in artistic, creative or musical activities are desirable.
• Ability to collect and interpret data
• Strong Multi-tasking skills
• Initiative and mental concentration to learn new skills and techniques
• AAS or AS . One or more years working in manufacturing is also desirable.

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, 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, 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. 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 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.