OGP – Optical Gaging Products · 1 month ago
Optical Technician (Level II & III)
Rochester, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$22/hr - $30/hr
5+ years expQuality Vision International is a company focused on precision optics and manufacturing. They are seeking a Precision Optical Technician to perform assembly and testing of optical systems while ensuring quality and efficiency in production. The role involves troubleshooting, supporting new product transitions, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and quality control.
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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
Provide technical support and guidance to other Optical Technicians as needed. (Level III)
Perform advanced troubleshooting on assemblies and initiate proper measures to correct. (Level III)
Support ISO and 5s, and Lean initiatives as required. (Level III)
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in technology specialty such as machine tools, electronics, Optics, etc
High school diploma or equivalent plus 5 years' experience in optical inspection or assembly. (10 years experience for Level III)
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 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
Willingness to grow and take on new responsibilities
Preferred
Experience cementing doublets and stacking lenses with a high degree of precision
Experience in applying the inspection, assembly and alignment skills defined above in a product development environment
Experience in process development, process writing
Ability to troubleshoot at an intermediate level. I.e., based on system level understanding
Ability to walk through several software platforms
Advanced interferometry and QVI testing
Ability to lead and train, including identifying issues and problem resolution
Benefits
10 paid holidays each year
Over 3 weeks of PTO (vacation/sick/personal) to start, with additional time after 5 and 10 years
Health coverage where QVI pays 97–100% of premiums on our most affordable HDHP – free single coverage for employees!
Employer-paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employer-paid Life Insurance
Annual Retirement Contribution: 5% of gross wages
Tuition Reimbursement: up to $7,000 annually
College Scholarship Programs for employee dependents
Annual discretionary bonuses (for non-commission roles)
$1,500 Employee Referral Bonus
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Wellness perks: on-site nurse, biometric screenings, chronic condition support, and cash incentives for healthy living programs and challenges
Free on-site electric vehicle charging stations and cash reimbursement toward the purchase of qualified EVs
Company
OGP – Optical Gaging Products
Overview: OGP (Optical Gaging Products) is a world-leading manufacturer of precision automatic multisensor dimensional metrology systems and metrology software for industrial quality control.
201-500 employees
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2025-02-19
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