Precision Optical Alignment Technician (2nd/3rd Shift)

Kearfott Corporation; Pine Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

9/80 work week

Job summary

Kearfott Corporation in New Jersey is seeking an Optical/Laser Cleaner and Aligning Technician (2nd or 3rd shift) to clean, align, and test optical products under moderate supervision. The role involves interpreting operation sheets, inspecting assemblies, and working under microscopes to assemble, align, rework, repair, wire, test and calibrate components.

Candidates should have 2–5 years of experience with precision parts assembly, be able to lift 30 lbs, and be a US citizen.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience with precision parts assembly.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing environments and ISO9001/AS9100 facilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interprets operation sheets, drawings, diagrams, schematics, blueprints and instructions.
• Inspects in-process assemblies as part of methods of operations.
• Analyzes data with specifications through data logs and work instruction sheets.
• Calculates correct alignment moves based on data readouts.
• Cleans hardware with a variety of solvents.
• Works under microscopes to assemble, align, rework, repair, wire, test and calibrate optical products.
• Maintains logbooks, tolerance sheets, shop orders and documentation.
• Communicates with engineers and managers on process status and issues.
• Performs other tasks directed by Management to satisfy company objectives.

Skills

Microscopes

Hand tools

Oscilloscopes

Vision systems

Optical alignment

Documentation

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Tools

Vacuum systems

Optical metrology

Electronic equipment

Assembly equipment

Quality inspection

Job description

Kearfott Corporation in New Jersey is seeking an Optical/Laser Cleaner and Aligning Technician (2nd or 3rd shift) to clean, align, and test optical products under moderate supervision. The role involves interpreting operation sheets, inspecting assemblies, and working under microscopes to assemble, align, rework, repair, wire, test and calibrate components.

Candidates should have 2–5 years of experience with precision parts assembly, be able to lift 30 lbs, and be a US citizen.