Optics Fabricator — Precision Polishing & Metrology

MKS Instruments; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock programs

Job summary

MKS Instruments in Irvine, CA is seeking an Optics Fabricator to join our manufacturing team. You will partner with Production, Engineering and Planning to produce world-class precision optics, reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor.

You will read routers, operate polishing machines, test parts with interferometers, and perform routine equipment maintenance while ensuring high surface quality and process reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Basic computer literacy and good communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for collaborative, team-based work.
• Related experience in sizing, grinding, or polishing optical materials (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Operate polishing and generating machines to process optical materials.
• Read routers and drawings to understand part specs and processes.
• Test optical parts using interferometers, calipers, and micrometers.
• Troubleshoot equipment to achieve passing parts.
• Inspect surface quality to ensure no digs or scratches.
• Maintain machines to keep them running efficiently.

Skills

High school diploma

Computer literacy

Communication

Teamwork

CNC polishing

Education

High school diploma or vocational training

Job description

MKS Instruments in Irvine, CA is seeking an Optics Fabricator to join our manufacturing team. You will partner with Production, Engineering and Planning to produce world-class precision optics, reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor.

You will read routers, operate polishing machines, test parts with interferometers, and perform routine equipment maintenance while ensuring high surface quality and process reliability.