Optician IV

Company: Ametek, Inc.
Location: Richmond
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Job Description:

ZYGO Corporation is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced optical metrology systems and ultra-precise optical components and assemblies. Our mission is to enable customer success by delivering innovative precision metrology and optical solutions. ZYGO's metrology products measure absolute position, displacement, surface shape and texture and film thickness. Applications for our metrology products are diverse and include semiconductor manufacturing, precision machining and optical manufacturing. Our optics business leverages ZYGO's expertise in optical design and assembly and high-volume manufacturing of precision optical components and systems for aerospace, defense, medical and industrial applications.

Job description: JOB DESCRIPTION

Experienced optician producing the highest quality spherical optical surfaces for the Zygo Extreme Precision Optics Group in Richmond, CA. Zygo EPO is a leading edge, precision optical manufacturing organization. Experience with a range of materials including Zerodur, fused silica, calcium fluoride, optical glasses, silicon, among others needed. Ability to produce surfaces better than 20th wave required. Working from written instructions and drawings, set up and execute jobs requiring precision and attention to detail. Collaborate with supervisor and planning group to meet on-time delivery schedules. Assist in continually improving procedures and methods with a mind toward efficiency.





RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform all optical fabrication processes including, but not limited to, coring, curve generating, plano generating, beveling, blocking, grinding, polishing, test plating, optical testing using an interferometer, cleaning, assembly and the like
Performs complete set-ups without assistance and operates optical fabrication equipment on assignments of a high degree of difficulty
Particular skill and emphasis in the lapping & polishing of spheres is key
Experience with CNC equipment (Optotech, Satisloh, Schneider, etc.) is a plus
Performs a wide variety of complex set ups and operates optical fabrication equipment on assignment of the highest degree of difficulty requiring unique and non-routine methods
Provides guidance and training to less experienced Opticians
Maintains work area and equipment in a neat and orderly condition
Follows prescribed safety regulations and assists in modifying and creating them as required
Understands and follows ISO procedures
Reads and interprets technical drawings and process instructions
Assists in creating procedures, process routines and methods as required
Perform maintenance and preventatives maintenance on equipment and tooling



REQUIREMENTS

HS Diploma plus 12 years or more experience in a precision optical fabrication facility
Working knowledge of shop math
Ability to read and interpret drawings
Mechanical ability
Able to use hand measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
Experience in manufacturing environment
Experience with troubleshooting of processes
Team player with good communication skills
Careful, well organized and detail oriented
Strong computer skills including MS Work and Excel



Physical Requirements:



The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use of hands or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls and keyboarding; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.



Work Environment:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions and the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ZYGO offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefit package and 401(k). EOE

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