Optics Technician

Advanced Thin Films, Inc.; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement savings with company

PTO

Job summary

IDEX Corporation in Longmont, Colorado, seeks an Optics Technician to advance high-precision optics manufacturing. You will perform interferometric metrology, clean and assemble delicate optics, and work with coating equipment, microscopes, and spectrophotometers.

The role involves documentation, process improvements, and ERP-driven workflows in a clean room environment. Applicants should have manufacturing experience and familiarity with optics, with strong attention to detail and solid

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with optical components is a plus.
• Familiarity with clean room and ESD safe environments.
• Ability to read, follow and understand procedures.
• Proficient with basic computer use (Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Perform high precision optics metrology using interferometry and part characterization.
• Clean, handle and assemble optical and opto-electronic components.
• Conduct optical contacting and cleaning; inspect components visually.
• Manage inventory of consumables for clean room and manufacturing.
• Document and help develop manufacturing procedures and work orders.
• Follow safety guidelines and participate in process improvements.
• Transact production work orders through ERP; support fabrication steps.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Optical components experience

Basic computer skills

Team player

Strong work ethic

Tools

Interferometer

Microscope

Spectrophotometer

Vacuum coating equipment

ERP software

Job description

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.Position SummaryThe Optics Technician will be expected to possess and continually develop a broad spectrum of skills. The technician will primarily focus on manufacturing orders but will also work closely with engineering and will have a direct say in process development and continuous improvement decisions. Technicians should be self-motivated and will be required to work unsupervised at times.Duties and ResponsibilitiesHigh precision optics metrology (interferometry, optical part characterization)Cleaning, handling and assembly of optical and opto-electronic componentsOptical contactingCleaning and visual inspection of optical components.Proper handling and packaging of critical and fragile optical components.Inventory management of consumables for clean room, manufacturing, and chemical supplies.Procedure enforcement, maintenance, and cleaning of fabrication and clean room areas.· Ability to read, follow and understand proceduresDocumentation and procedure development of manufacturing processes.Actively participate in establishing and improving manufacturing processes proceduresTransacts production work orders through ERP· Follows all safety training and guidelinesAny other duties as assigned by the supervisor or his/her designateFabrication Specific, if applicable:· Machining (grinding, lapping and polishing) of glass/silicon/ceramic materials on automated and manual equipmentCNC fabrication equipment operation and maintenanceInspection & Packaging (I/P) Specific, if applicable:· Cleans parts prior to and following deposition of coatings or during other manufacturing steps using both hand cleaning and spin cleaning· Cleans and inspects glass and crystal parts and assemblies· Packages parts for shipment to customer· Loads and unloads complex parts into fixturing· Inspects parts and measures defect sizes against MIL specificationsMetrology Specific, if applicable:· Cleans parts prior to and following deposition of coatings or during other manufacturing steps using both hand cleaning and spin cleaning· Cleans and inspects glass and crystal parts and assemblies· Loads and unloads complex parts into fixturing· Utilizes interferometers, microscopes, and other industry equipment to measure partsCoating Specific, if applicable:· Operates vacuum coating equipment to produce optical thin films· Loading and unloading of coating equipment· Cleans and maintains coating equipment· Calculates various parameters for coating runs from previously recorded data· Performs spectrophotometer scan and analysis· Troubleshoots vacuum systemsExperience / Skills / Abilities· Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred· Experience working with optical components a plus· Familiarity with clean room and ESD safe environments constraints a plus. Familiarity with microscope inspection techniques a plus· Ability to perform repetitive tasks requiring exacting and continuous mental and visual concentration in a consistent manner· Proficient with basic computer use (Word, Excel) and communication tools (e-mail)· Strong work ethic· Desire to learn new skills· Team player with solid communication skillsRequirementsCertain positions with IDEX Corporation and its business units require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be \"U.S. Persons,\" as defined in these regulations. Generally, a \"U.S. Person\" is a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been granted refugee or asylum status.Physical Demands and Working ConditionsBend as is necessary for sitting, using computers, using the telephone, and computer mouseDemonstrate eye-hand coordinationOperate testing and measuring equipmentApply force to adjust and operate testing equipment, turn knobs and cranksManipulate fragile parts into and out of equipmentGrasp objects in order to turn, wipe, adjust instrumentation and safely use sharp instrumentsTwist and turn wrists and forearms to perform inspection of optics and to operate microscopes and computerBend at the neck to perform inspection and testing of optics and related equipmentExposure to minimal fumes from alcohol and acetone (used when cleaning coating equipment and optics).Physical Classification of JobMedium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?Total RewardsThe compensation range for this position is $46,700.00 - $70,100.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.Benefits PackageOur comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail] for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.This posting is for an existing vacancy.Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants.