Precision Optical Technician III

Precision Optical Technician III Quality Vision International Inc - 3.3 Rochester, NY Job Details Full-time $22 - $30 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Assembly quality control testing Performance testing in mechanical engineering Team leadership Machine troubleshooting Technical writing within manufacturing Performance testing Policy & process development Professional development support Team training Spectrometer Quality inspection Leading team collaboration initiatives Engineering product development Computer skills Technical troubleshooting support Precision assembly Production troubleshooting

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Compensation:

$22.00 to $30.00 per hour based on experience .

Schedule:

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

Location:

Rochester, NY On-Site The Level 3 Optical Technician is an independent, quality-driven professional who builds complex systems to meet production demand. Operating with high speed and precision, this role provides technical mentorship to other technicians and bridges the gap between Engineering and production.

Roles & Responsibilities Precision Assembly:

Build optical, opto-mechanical, and opto-electro-mechanical systems according to work instructions.

Performance Testing:

Conduct testing on completed assemblies and accurately record performance data.

Advanced Troubleshooting:

Diagnose complex assembly issues and implement corrective actions.

Daily Operations:

Receive direction from management and coordinate with coworkers to meet production demand.

Prototype Support:

Assist Engineering with prototype assembly, alignment, testing, and performance reporting.

Production Transition:

Help transition new products to the production floor by developing robust assembly and test processes

Technical Mentorship:

Provide technical support, coaching, and guidance to other Optical Technicians.

Quality Control:

Inspect components, report quality issues immediately, and support resolution through NCPs and RMAs.

Workplace Standards:

Maintain strict cleanliness in the work center and uphold ISO, 5S, and Lean manufacturing initiatives.

Job Tracking:

Account for all components, keep assembly jobs organized, and accurately report labor hours.

Asset Maintenance:

Manage tools and supplies at designated work centers, reporting any broken, missing, or shorted items.

Requirements:

Education & Experience Associate Degree in a technology specialty (e.g., machine tools, electronics, optics) OR High School Diploma (or equivalent) plus 10+ years of experience in optical inspection or assembly.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Independence:

Ability to work across multiple product lines and train team members.

Metrology Tools:

Familiarity with laser alignment systems, optical power meters, interferometers, autocollimators, and spectrometers.

Technical Assembly:

Experience cementing doublets and stacking lenses with high precision (Preferred) .

Product Development:

Experience applying inspection, assembly, and alignment skills in a development environment.

Process Engineering:

Experience with process development and technical process writing.

Troubleshooting:

Ability to troubleshoot at an intermediate level using system-level understanding.

Software Literacy:

Ability to navigate and work across several software platforms.

Advanced Testing:

Competency in advanced interferometry and QVI testing.

Leadership:

Ability to lead teams, train staff, identify issues, and resolve problems. Physical & Environmental Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours per workday). Physical capability to lift up to 35 lbs. without assistance. Proficient manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for precise optical work. Willingness to grow, adapt, and take on new responsibilities. What We Offer Paid Time Off 10 paid holidays each year Over 3 weeks of PTO (vacation/sick/personal) to start, with additional time after 5 and 10 years Health & Financial Benefits 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 QVI 401k

Retirement Savings Plan:

Up to 5% 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 Wellness & Extras Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Wellness perks: on-site nurse, biometric screenings, chronic condition support Cash incentives for healthy living programs and challenges Free on-site electric vehicle charging stations and cash reimbursement toward the purchase of qualified EVs