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Nesco Professional
Optical Technicians and Assemblers
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What they do
An Ophthalmic Technician makes prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses by cutting and shaping lenses according to individual prescriptions. May make lenses for other optical equipment, such as telescopes or microscopes. Works in medical equipment manufacturing facilities and laboratories, retail stores, or in the offices of optometrists and physicians.
$46,388 / year median in New York
+27% projected growth
Job Description
Optical Technicians and Assemblers Nesco Professional - 3.6 Rochester, NY Job Details Full-time $23 - $28 an hour 14 hours ago Qualifications Inspection gauge Measurement-based inspection JD Edwards Blueprint specification interpretation Grinding machine operation Bore gauges Assembly fixtures Cleanroom protocols Mid-level High school diploma or GED Dimensional measurements Production management software Holding fixtures proficiency Glass materials Production planning Precision measurement in machining Optical comparators Cleanroom experience Safety standard operating procedures Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 2 years Polishing Machine finishing Technical Proficiency Full Job Description Position Overview We are seeking skilled Optical Technicians to join our 2nd shift team, with over 8 positions currently open . In this dual-focus role, you will perform high-precision glass fabrication (CNC curve generation, grinding, blocking, and polishing) as well as sub-micron active alignment and optical assembly in a controlled cleanroom environment.