Optics Fabricator 5

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Health insurance (medical, dental, vis

401(k) with company match

12 paid holidays

15 paid vacation days

Parental leave

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. is seeking an Optics Fabricator to collaborate with Production, Engineering, Planning, and others to produce world‑class precision optics. You will report to the Manufacturing Supervisor and contribute to high‑quality, consistent output.

Responsibilities include operating polishing machines, interpreting drawings, testing parts, troubleshooting equipment, and maintaining tools to maximize efficiency. A senior candidate with relevant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school, vocational training, or equivalent.
• 6+ years of related experience.
• Basic computer skills and literacy.
• Good communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple polishing and generating machines to process optical materials.
• Read routers and engineering drawings to understand part specs and processes.
• Test optical parts using interferometers, calipers, micrometers, and other test equipment.
• Troubleshoot and adjust equipment to achieve passing parts.
• Perform surface quality inspections to ensure parts are free of digs and scratches.
• Maintain machines to keep them running at peak efficiency.

Skills

Polishing

Reading engineering drawings

Testing with interferometers

Troubleshooting equipment

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma / Vocational Training

Tools

Interferometers

Calipers

Micrometers

Polishing machines

CNC methods

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As an Optics Fabricator at MKS Instruments, you will partner with Production, Engineering, Planning, and others to produce world-class precision optics. In this role, you will report to the Manufacturing Supervisor.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Running multiple polishing and generating machines to process various optical materials (i.e. fused silica, CaF2, etc.).


• Reading routers and engineering drawings to understand part specifications and manufacturing processes.


• Testing optical parts using interferometers, calipers, micrometers, and other test equipment.


• Troubleshooting and making necessary adjustments to your equipment to achieve passing parts.


• Performing surface quality inspections to ensure parts are free of digs and scratches.


• Performing maintenance on your machines to keep them running at peak efficiency.

Skills You Bring:

• Preferably completion of high school, vocational training, or equivalent.


• 6+ years of related experience required.


• Basic computer skills and literacy.


• Good communication skills.


• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Related experience in sizing, grinding, or polishing of optical materials using conventional and/or CNC methods.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Hourly Pay Range: $26.51 - 44.18 USD Hourly. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.


• Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].


• Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.

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MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business. MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [e-mail].

At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action, and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path. Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries. The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong. Diversity isn't just a nice-to-have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us. Our group of ~10,000 employees serves semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data. We're the behind-the-scenes support for some amazing technology. MKS Inc., enables technologies that transform our world.

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