Optical Fiber CNC Machinist (2nd Shift) - Precision

Lightera; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Second shift premium

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Growth opportunities

Paid holidays

PPE and safety gear allowance

Job summary

LIGHTERA, Avon, CT, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for the 2nd shift to operate and maintain fiber optic manufacturing equipment. You will drill and machine preforms, manage tooling, and ensure quality per drawings and specifications.

You will troubleshoot equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and help keep the shop safe and organized while supporting production goals and process improvements.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required, a related Associate Degree is a plus.
• CNC operation experience with at least 2 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on with machine tools and gauges, especially in glass materials.
• Able to troubleshoot equipment and processes, read blueprints and drawings.
• Knowledge of metrology and geometric tolerancing, with tight tolerances.
• Capable of writing procedures and following complex layouts.
• Strong time management, attention to detail and leadership qualities.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment to drill and machine fiber optic preforms to print.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment (coolant tanks, filters, cleaning).
• Change tooling between products and inspect outputs against specs.
• Maintain process/instruction records and review process stability.
• Manage tooling inventory and run multiple machines concurrently.
• Support production rod draw needs and complete JDE transactions for work done.
• Identify issues needing Engineering or Maintenance support.
• Participate in Total Preventative Maintenance program.

Skills

CNC operation

Machine tools

Glass machining

Troubleshooting

Metrology

Geometric tolerancing

Blueprint reading

Procedures writing

Time management

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in Engineering (plus)

Job description

LIGHTERA, Avon, CT, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for the 2nd shift to operate and maintain fiber optic manufacturing equipment. You will drill and machine preforms, manage tooling, and ensure quality per drawings and specifications.

You will troubleshoot equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and help keep the shop safe and organized while supporting production goals and process improvements.