Sr. Optical Manufacturing Technician

Job Description: Senior Optical Technician

Position Summary

The Senior Optical Technician performs a wide range of advanced and complex manufacturing activities related to the preparation replication inspection testing and shipment of precision optical components. This role is responsible for handling materials throughout the production process executing replication steps with a high degree of accuracy and ensuring product quality through in-process and final inspections. The technician must follow all applicable procedures work instructions and safety guidelines while maintaining thorough documentation for each task performed. Senior Optical Technicians may also be responsible for training new employees and working with Engineering on new product development and transition to manufacturing.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Clean polish and prepare optical substrates using approved processes chemicals and equipment.

• Perform replication assembly and holographic mastering.

• 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 handing 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 transition new products into production and support customer development programs as required.

• 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.
• Train new employees and less experienced technicians in manufacturing practices and product-specific methodologies.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of production quality and safety objectives.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of manufacturing experience with at least five (5) years in optical components manufacturing.

Computer Skills

• Basic proficiency with MS Word Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to learn and use ERP systems document control systems and digital travelers after training.

Headwall Photonics Offers:

• Outstanding benefits package (including medical dental vision life insurance)

• 401(k) plan with matching company contribution

• Generous holiday and paid time off schedules

Headwall Photonics Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer. We solicit and hire applicants regardless of race color national origin sex religion age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other protected category. We conduct background checks in accordance with company policies and federal and state guidelines.

Job Location: Marlborough Massachusetts

US Citizenship or permanent residency required

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