Applied Optics is a family-owned precision optical component and assembly manufacturer, celebrating 46 years in the business. We offer stability and growth for employees and foster a supportive and collaborative team environment.
Our products are used in life-saving bio-medical devices, biotech instruments that advance science, semiconductor manufacturing, and other critical applications that improve life.
Comprehensive Benefits:

• Stable work schedule with 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
• Full health coverage for employees and families.
• 401k with company match.
• 9 paid holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid sick time.
• Quarterly performance bonus.
• Profit sharing plan.

We are looking for a quality-minded optics fabricator trainee who takes pride in providing outstanding products and services to our customers as a team, who loves learning new skills, and who has a continuous improvement mindset. Women, minorities, veterans, and new graduates are encouraged to apply.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Optics Fabricator/Technician Trainee – Job description
An Optics Fabricator/Technician Trainee is a skilled technician who will be trained to create precision optics/tooling by utilizing machines, polishing tools, and associated metrology equipment.
Essential Duties: Will be trained in the following.
· Independently run a variety of machines, such as LOH and Satisloh, generating, polishing, and centering machines.
· Operate inspection equipment such as microscope, micrometers, height gages, Vernier calipers, interferometer, and radius bench.
· Read and understand both optical and traditional blueprints.
· Perform cleaning and cosmetic inspection of finished optics according to customer requirements.
Minimum Requirements:
· Associates in Engineering or equivalent.
· Strong Math Skills.
· Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, etc.).
Qualifications and Competencies:
Knowledge and Skills:
· Ability to follow directions.
· Good communication skills.
· Analytical troubleshooting/problem-solving. Computer skills.
· Independent work habits.
· Good time management skills.
Education and Experience:
· An AA in engineering, manufacturing, materials science, machining, or equivalent is desirable.
Physical Demands:
· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to fingers, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
· Lift up to 25lbs
· The job may at times involve prolonged periods of sitting/standing.
· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. May involve periods of magnified inspection for quality control.
· Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp.
· The employee is frequently required to use the computer.
Work Environment:
· May involve the use of oils and solvents.
· The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and manufacturing fumes.
· May work at different workstations as production needs require, or shifts from one station to another, during the production process.
Applied Optics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. Applied Optics gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws (Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person