Precision Optical Fabricator - CNC & Polishing Expert

IDEX; West Henrietta (NY); On-site; USD 42,500 - 63,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO

Job summary

IDEX Optical Technologies, West Henrietta Semicon Business Line, is seeking an experienced Optical Fabricator to manufacture custom lens assemblies and optical systems meeting precise specifications. The ideal candidate has optical systems and glass fabrication experience with strong root cause analysis skills.

Position requires working on B-Shift and proficiency with CNC and optical metrology tools. Compensation ranges with benefits include health, 401(k) with match, PTO, and more.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of two years of related optical fabrication experience and/or training.
• Proficiency in operating CNC curve generation machines and CNC centering equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under high-speed cutting conditions.

Responsibilities

• Generate precision curves using CNC equipment to meet optical specifications and tolerances.
• Perform CNC centering operations to ensure accurate alignment of optical components.
• Hand bevel and block lenses for grinding and polishing processes.
• Execute hand grinding and CNC/conventional polishing to achieve required surface quality.
• Conduct optical inspection and metrology to verify compliance with specifications.
• Maintain cleanliness of machines, tools, and work areas to ensure quality and safety.
• Plan and schedule work for generation, blocking, grinding, and polishing areas.
• Comply with all health, safety, and PPE requirements.
• Support company values through ethical conduct and integrity in all actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and continuous improvement.

Skills

CNC curve generation

CNC centering

Micrometers/Interferometers

Optical manufacturing terminology

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC curve generation machines

CNC centering equipment

Polishing machines

Interferometers

JDE MRP software

Job description

IDEX Optical Technologies, West Henrietta Semicon Business Line, is seeking an experienced Optical Fabricator to manufacture custom lens assemblies and optical systems meeting precise specifications. The ideal candidate has optical systems and glass fabrication experience with strong root cause analysis skills.

Position requires working on B-Shift and proficiency with CNC and optical metrology tools. Compensation ranges with benefits include health, 401(k) with match, PTO, and more.