Precision Crystal Optics Fabrication Technician

Gooch and Housego; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Gooch and Housego is seeking a Crystal Optics Fabrication Technician to fabricate, process, and inspect precision crystal optic components in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing setting. You will perform slicing, dicing, lapping, grinding and polishing across diverse crystal materials and configurations.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to changing production priorities while meeting tight dimensional, surface, and cosmetic

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training is a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in crystal optics fabrication or related field.
• Experience with slicing, dicing, lapping, grinding, polishing.
• Ability to read technical drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Knowledge of optical materials is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor crystal optics fabrication equipment.
• Perform boule slicing, dicing, lapping, grinding and polishing across a variety of crystal materials and product configurations.
• Complete equipment setups, changeovers, routine maintenance, and authorized machine or process adjustments.
• Inspect in-process and completed components using precision measuring tools.
• Read and follow blueprints, optical drawings, work orders, travelers, specifications, and process documentation.
• Maintain dimensional, surface, and cosmetic quality requirements and identify or uncover process, material, equipment, or quality issues.
• Accurately document production activities, inspection results, process information, and required traceability records.
• Handle delicate crystal and optical materials using appropriate handling, cleanliness, and contamination-control practices.
• Support process trials, prototype builds, new product introduction, and continuous improvement activities focused on quality, yield, cycle time, and consistency.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to support productivity, quality, and delivery requirements.
• Adapt to changing production priorities and work effectively across multiple products and processes in a high-mix, low-volume environment.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Reading technical drawings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machines

Conventional fabrication equipment

Job description

Gooch and Housego is seeking a Crystal Optics Fabrication Technician to fabricate, process, and inspect precision crystal optic components in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing setting. You will perform slicing, dicing, lapping, grinding and polishing across diverse crystal materials and configurations.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to changing production priorities while meeting tight dimensional, surface, and cosmetic