Precision Optical Repair Technician

Tamron Americas; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Dependent Care FSA

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

401(k) with Match

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Mon-Fri schedule

Job summary

Tamron Americas is seeking a Repair Technician to diagnose, repair, calibrate, and test professional photographic lenses to factory specifications in Commack, NY. The role emphasizes attention to detail, manual dexterity, and steady output.

You will work Monday–Friday on-site, using precision tools and diagnostic equipment to restore optics to peak performance, while maintaining quality standards and supporting Customer Service with technical guidance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two years of technical repair experience.
• Experience repairing cameras, optics, electronics, medical devices, or precision instruments preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hand-eye coordination.
• Proficient with small hand tools and precision measuring equipment.
• Reading and interpreting technical manuals.
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting and troubleshooting photographic lenses submitted for repair.
• Using specialized diagnostic equipment to identify mechanical and optical issues.
• Reading repair manuals and following detailed repair procedures.
• Carefully disassembling lenses to inspect internal components.
• Replacing defective parts and reassembling products to factory specifications.
• Cleaning, calibrating, and testing repaired lenses using precision equipment.
• Verifying all repairs meet Tamron quality standards before returning products to customers.
• Maintaining an average repair output of 3–5 lenses per day while achieving a redo rate below 3%.
• Supporting the team's goal of a three-day repair turnaround.
• Serving as a technical resource for our Customer Service department.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand-eye coordination

Tool proficiency

Reading manuals

Excel basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Small hand tools

Precision measuring equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Tamron Americas is seeking a Repair Technician to diagnose, repair, calibrate, and test professional photographic lenses to factory specifications in Commack, NY. The role emphasizes attention to detail, manual dexterity, and steady output.

You will work Monday–Friday on-site, using precision tools and diagnostic equipment to restore optics to peak performance, while maintaining quality standards and supporting Customer Service with technical guidance.