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Quality Vision International

Optical Technician Level II

Quality Vision International, Rochester, New York, United States, 14600


Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm

Compensation: $21.75 to $27.00 based on experience.

The Level 2 Precision Optical Technician will perform precision assembly of optical, opto-mechanical, and

opto-electro-mechanical assemblies as required, while ensuring all assemblies are defect free, meet all required performance specifications and are of the highest possible quality. Level 2 Technicians troubleshoot assemblies to assist in root cause analysis of any performance deficiency and support new product transition to Manufacturing.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Receive direction from Manager/Supervisor, following dispatch and coaching from fellow coworkers in order to build product to meet production demand.

• Assembly of optical, opto-mechanical, and opto-electro-mechanical assemblies as required by work instructions.

• Perform testing of assemblies and record performance data.

• Account for components and materials provided for assembly jobs, keeping jobs organized and reporting labor.

• Account for tools and supplies provided for use at designated work center(s), reporting back to management any identified problems, missing or broken tools or shortage of supplies.

• Maintain high level of cleanliness in work center and parts produced.

• Report quality issues when noticed to ensure product quality.

• Support Quality issues through NCPs and RMAs.

• Support Engineering in new product development, help transition to production.

• Identify and eliminate sources of waste within your area and sphere of influence. Suggest new improved processes, workflows, test protocols, etc. to management to improve efficiency and quality and help meet department lean manufacturing objectives.

• Work with company software.

Requirements

• Associate degree in technology specialty such as machine tools, electronics, Optics, etc.

OR

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 5 years' experience in optical inspection or assembly.

• Positive attitude.

• Ability to clean and handle Optics equipment, coated optics and components.

• Excellent communications skills both written and verbal.

• Basic math (addition/subtraction/division/multiplication/fractions/decimals/percentages), Units of Measure (English and Metric), and conversions between

• Basic hand tools: wrenches, spanner wrenches, torque wrenches, screwdrivers.

• Basic metrology instruments: calipers, micrometers, scales, dial indicators, gage blocks

• Commitment to care and use of sensitive, delicate, tools and instruments

• Use of analytical skills for identifying problems.

• Organization and neatness of assigned assembly work area.

• Basic computer literacy and ability to navigate through use of browsers.

• Ability to learn more advanced computer skills and company-specific software.

• Ability to take notes and work with Technical Writer to create work instructions.

• Ability to trouble shoot problems and make corrections.

• Basic interferometer skills. (preferred)

• Laser alignment of optical lenses and cells (preferred)

Physical and/or Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to work standing up for extended periods of time (8 hours per workday)

• Physical strength to lift up to 35 lbs. without requiring assistance.

• Proficient manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for precise optical assembly work.

What We Offer:Paid Time Off:10 paid holidays annuallyOver 3 weeks of total PTO (vacation/sick/personal) each year, with an increase in PTO benefits after 5 and 10 yearsPaid Benefits:

Robust health benefit offerings with QVI paying over 97%-100% of the premium on our most affordable HDHP, and single coverage now FREE for employees!Employer Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability benefitsLife insurance benefits paid by QVIAnnual Retirement Profit Share of 5% of gross wages!Tuition reimbursement of up to $7,000 annuallyAnnual scholarships for dependents of employeesReferral bonuses of $1,500 when employees help us spread the word and hire great talent!Annual discretionary bonuses for employees not on a commission planExtras:

EAP and Wellness BenefitsOn-site electric vehicle charging stations - free for employee use!Verizon discounts & Identity Theft Protection Insurance

Quality Vision International Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Salary Description

$21.75 to $27.00 based on experience.