Optical Technician (Precision Assembly & Laser Alignment)

OGP – Optical Gaging Products; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health coverage

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

OGP – Optical Gaging Products in Rochester, NY is hiring a Precision Optical Technician for on-site work. The role involves optical assembly and testing, requiring expertise in laser alignment and optical metrology.

Candidates should have an associate degree in technology or equivalent experience. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, paid time off, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Experience with lens stacking and laser alignment preferred.
• Ability to clean and handle optics equipment.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to learn software.

Responsibilities

• Perform surface fit and system wavefront testing.
• Opto-electrical and opto-mechanical assembly.
• Report quality issues and support NCPs.

Skills

Optical assembly

Laser alignment

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in technology specialty

High school diploma or equivalent with experience

Tools

Optical metrology instruments

Basic hand tools

Basic metrology instruments

Job description

Job Title

Precision Optical Technician

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm

Compensation

$22.00 to $30.00 based on experience.

Location

Rochester, NY On‑Site

Responsibilities

• Surface fit and system transmission wavefront testing on the interferometer
• Laser alignment of lens into cells and stacking of cells
• Coating and LED wavelength testing using a spectrometer
• Opto‑electrical and opto‑mechanical assembly, test and calibration
• Handling and cleaning of fiber optics
• Receive direction from Manager/Supervisor, following dispatch and coaching from fellow coworkers to build products to meet production 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, keeping jobs organized and reporting labor
• Account for tools and supplies provided for use at designated work center(s), reporting back to management any identified 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 improved processes, workflows, test protocols, etc. to management to improve efficiency and quality and help meet department lean manufacturing objectives
• Work with company software
• Provide technical support and guidance to other Optical Technicians as needed (Level III)
• Perform advanced troubleshooting on assemblies and initiate proper measures to correct (Level III)
• Support ISO and 5 S, and lean initiatives as required (Level III)
• Experience with lens stacking, laser alignment, clean room and interferometry is preferred

Level III Technician Requirements

• Ability to independently work on multiple product lines and train others
• Familiarity with most optical metrology instruments: laser alignment systems, optical power meters, interferometers, autocollimators and spectrometers
• Experience cementing doublets and stacking lenses with high precision (preferred)
• Experience applying inspection, assembly and alignment skills in a product development environment
• Experience in process development and process writing
• Ability to troubleshoot at an intermediate level based on system level understanding
• Ability to walk through several software platforms
• Advanced interferometry and QVI testing
• Ability to lead and train, including identifying issues and problem resolution

Requirements

• Associate degree in technology specialty such as machine tools, electronics, Optics, etc.
• High school diploma or equivalent plus 5 years’ experience in optical inspection or assembly (10 years experience for Level III)
• Positive attitude
• Ability to clean and handle optics equipment, 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 systems
• Basic hand tools: wrenches, spanner wrenches, torque wrenches, screwdrivers
• Basic metrology instruments: calipers, micrometers, scales, dial indicators, gauge blocks
• Commitment to care and use of sensitive, delicate tools and instruments
• Use of analytical skills for identifying problems
• Organization and neatness of assigned assembly work area
• Basic computer literacy and ability to navigate through use of browsers
• Ability to learn more advanced computer skills and company‑specific software

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Ability to work standing up for extended periods of time (8 hours per workday)
• Physical strength to lift up to 35 lbs. without requiring assistance
• Proficient manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination for precise optical assembly work
• Willingness to grow and take on new responsibilities

Benefits

Paid Time Off

• 10 paid holidays each year
• Over 3 weeks of PTO (vacation/sick/personal) to start, with additional time after 5 and 10 years

Health & Financial Benefits

• Health coverage where QVI pays 97–100% of premiums on our most affordable HDHP – free single coverage for employees
• Employer‑paid Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Employer‑paid Life Insurance
• QVI 401k Retirement Savings Plan: Up to 5% gross wages
• Tuition Reimbursement: up to $7,000 annually
• College Scholarship Programs for employee dependents
• Annual discretionary bonuses (for non‑commission roles)
• $1,500 Employee Referral Bonus

Wellness & Extras

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Wellness perks: on‑site nurse, biometric screenings, chronic condition support, and cash incentives for healthy living programs and challenges
• Free on‑site electric vehicle charging stations and cash reimbursement toward the purchase of qualified EVs

Quality Vision International Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.