Precision Optical Manufacturing Technician

Headwall; Marlboro (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) with company match

Generous holidays and paid time off

Job summary

Headwall Photonics is seeking an Optical Technician in Marlborough, MA to perform a broad range of manufacturing tasks for precision optical components. You will handle substrates, perform replication and holographic mastering, and conduct in-process and final inspections with interferometers, microscopes, and vision systems.

The role emphasizes adherence to procedures, safety guidelines, and thorough documentation, with collaboration across Engineering, Quality, and Planning teams to drive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of manufacturing or laboratory experience, preferably in optics.

Responsibilities

• Clean, polish, and prepare optical substrates using approved processes, chemicals, and equipment.
• Perform replication assembly, including alignment, resin application, fixture setup, separation, and trimming.
• Perform holographic mastering, including chemical deposition, exposure, and development.
• Verify product compliance against specifications and work instructions by performing in-process and final inspections using instrumentation such as interferometers, microscopes, optical setups, and vision measurement systems.
• Maintain good material handling practices, including adherence to material, consumables, and tooling using FIFO (First-In, First-Out) practices; inspection of tooling and fixtures for cosmetic defects, damage, or wear; and periodic maintenance of tools, fixtures, and equipment in accordance with preventive maintenance guidelines.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and other technicians to improve processes, troubleshoot issues, and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Follow and contribute to current best practices and standard operating procedures.
• Handle chemicals, resins, adhesives, and solvents according to proper safety procedures and SDS requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of production, quality, and safety objectives.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Interferometers

Microscopes

Vision measurement systems

ERP systems

Job description

Headwall Photonics is seeking an Optical Technician in Marlborough, MA to perform a broad range of manufacturing tasks for precision optical components. You will handle substrates, perform replication and holographic mastering, and conduct in-process and final inspections with interferometers, microscopes, and vision systems.

The role emphasizes adherence to procedures, safety guidelines, and thorough documentation, with collaboration across Engineering, Quality, and Planning teams to drive