HVP (Man Technician 1)

Omega Optical is a leading precision optics platform whose brands design and manufacture precision optical filters coatings diffractive optics and infrared components to enable mission-critical applications for global OEM customers in a wide range of industries including life sciences environmental monitoring aerospace defense semiconductor and more.

We value Precision Collaboration and Teamwork Continuous Improvement Integrity and Growth Opportunities for our employees. We look forward to welcoming the next Manufacturing Technician (Level 1) to the team.

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician I

Reports to: Production Manager

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Summary:

Perform all tasks involved in the production of company products. Produce work pieces to specifications under supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Read and interpret instructions on a Manufacturing Control Sheet (MCS) and Shop Order. Enters start time and completion data into system.
2. In accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) effectively completes required processes to manufacture product. May include assembly or operation of equipment to ensure high quality product.
3. Inspects finished product for quality and adherence to specifications.
4. Maintains a clean organized and productive work area.
5. Proactively alerts Production Manager (PM) or designee to material problems or other developments that may disrupt or delay production schedule.
6. Maintains cooperative communication across the organization.
7. Effectively and efficiently works in a variety of work centers.
8. Follows all safety guidelines and uses safety equipment that is provided.
9. Able to accept constructive feedback.
10. Other duties as assigned contributing to the success of the organization meeting its strategic goals.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma. Six months to one year of experience in a manufacturing setting.

Competencies:

• Shop Math Skills
• Ability to operate shop machinery in a safe manner.
• Understands and uses safety equipment
• Able to effectively communicate
• Customer focused
• Flexibility
• Critical thinking

Skills/Abilities:

• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Able to carry or transport product between work areas
• Close vision and the ability to adjust focus

Computer Skills:

Ability to access various programs enter data use email and manufacturing materials software after training.

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing setting
• Noise level can be quiet to moderate but within allowable levels

Area Specific Scope and Responsibilities:

High Volume Production (HVP)

• Able to perform basic vacuum deposition process including use of Helios coating chambers
• Inspects substrates and coating plates/covers for cleanliness scratches and digs before applying coating
• Follows written Standard Operating Procedures to remove tooling from coating chamber
• Performs initial spectroscopy measurements of product using spectrophotometer
• Follows rejection procedures when necessary
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds
• Understands how to work in a clean room environment effectively

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma. Six months to one year of experience in a manufacturing setting.

Competencies:

Shop Math Skills

Ability to operate Shop machinery in a safe manner.

Understands and uses safety equipment

Able to effectively communicate

Customer focused

Flexibility

Critical thinking

Skills/Abilities:

Manual dexterity and fine motor skills

Able to stand for extended periods of time

Able to carry or transport product between work areas

Close vision and the ability to adjust focus

Computer Skills:

Ability to access various programs enter data use email and manufacturing materials software after training.