Job Details

Works from production schedule, shop orders, engineering notes, drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions to complete optic assemblies, standard and custom optical hardware, and x-ray micro source modules.

Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities related to producing optic assemblies, standard and custom optical hardware, assembling electrical and electro-mechanical components on the bench and under a microscope according to production schedules and shop orders.
• Initiate & maintain necessary records (s/n’s, test results, etc.).
• Maintain current inventory transaction activity for all Advanced Manufacturing builds.
• Maintain inventory of finished assemblies and raw materials sufficient to support the production schedule.
• Assist in the development and upkeep of product manuals/documentation.
• Help identify, elevate, and solve manufacturing problems in optic and system assembly areas.
• Troubleshoot and repair returned components.
• Provide occasional support to Instrumentation and R&D.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in the Lab areas.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor and Department Manager.

Education:

• High school education or equivalent.
• Preferred – associate degree in Industrial Technology, Technological Sciences, Pre-Engineering or equivalent experience.

Key Knowledge/Experience:

• Ability to understand engineering drawings, models, and other documentation and work closely with engineering and other manufacturing areas.
• Good mechanical abilities with attention to details.

Key Traits:

• Good mechanical and electrical abilities with attention to details.
• Good organizational and communications skills, both verbal and written.
• Conscientious team player.
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner, within defined scope.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work productively with MS Office.

Desirable Experience/Knowledge:

• Direct experience in manufacturing/assembly technology.
• Basic understanding of optics.