Technician

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The Technician supports the manufacturing inspection and processing of highprecision optical components. Technicians run production orders collaborate with engineering support process development and contribute to continuous improvement. This role requires strong attention to detail consistency teamwork and the ability to work independently when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform highprecision optical metrology including interferometry and optical part characterization
• Clean handle assemble and package optical and optoelectronic components
• Conduct optical contacting processes
• Perform visual and microscopebased inspection of optical components
• Load unload and manipulate fragile optical parts and assemblies using appropriate tooling and fixtures
• Maintain inventory of cleanroom manufacturing and chemical supplies
• Maintain cleanroom and fabrication areas according to procedural and cleanliness standards
• Read understand and follow written manufacturing procedures
• Support documentation and development of manufacturing processes and procedures
• Participate in continuous improvement and processdevelopment activities
• Transact production work orders through the ERP system
• Follow all safety training PPE requirements and operational guidelines
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor
• Operate and maintain grinding lapping polishing and CNC fabrication equipment (if applicable)
• Clean components before and after coating or during processing using manual and spincleaning methods (if applicable)
• Inspect glass and crystal components using MIL specifications (if applicable)
• Prepare parts for shipment (if applicable)
• Operate load unload and maintain vacuum coating equipment for thinfilm processes (if applicable)
• Calculate coating parameters based on historical data (if applicable)
• Perform and analyze spectrophotometer scans (if applicable)
• Troubleshoot vacuum systems (if applicable)

Education & Experience

• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience with optical components is a plus
• Familiarity with cleanroom and ESDsafe environments is preferred
• Familiarity with microscope inspection techniques is preferred

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks requiring consistent mental and visual focus
• Strong handeye coordination for handling delicate components
• Proficiency with basic computer applications including Word Excel and email
• Strong work ethic and desire to learn new skills
• Effective communication skills and ability to work within a team environment

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Regular use of a computer keyboard and digital tools
• Frequent sitting bending reaching and finemotor work while using microscopes and inspection equipment
• Ability to manipulate and position fragile optical components and assemblies
• Ability to grasp turn adjust and handle small instruments and tools
• Repetitive wrist and forearm movements during inspection and microscope operation
• Ability to bend at the neck for extended periods during inspection tasks
• Operation of testing and measuring equipment requiring applied force to adjust knobs cranks and calibration mechanisms
• Exposure to minimal fumes from alcohol and acetone used in cleaning
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally 20 lbs frequently and 10 lbs continuously (Medium Work)
• Ability to gown up and work in cleanroom environments as required
• Strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements

Requirements (ITAR/EAR)

Certain positions within IDEX Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to qualify as a U.S. Person which includes U.S. citizens U.S. nationals lawful permanent residents and individuals granted refugee or asylum status.

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IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race color religion creed genetic information sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status age national origin disability protected veteran status or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal state or local laws.

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