Optician

CACIDanbury, CT
Onsite

About The Position

The Optician is responsible for processing optics across a variety of production operations to support program initiatives. This role involves grinding, polishing, and figuring various optical materials to specified tolerances based on manufacturing instructions. The Optician will operate machines and conduct hand operations on optical surfaces with light supervision, read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions, and actively monitor process controls in concert with Engineering and other Optical Manufacturing Technicians. The role also includes developing basic machining and manufacturing skills, assisting in maintaining productivity and efficiency, and ensuring scheduled delivery dates are met through internal communication and occasional external reporting. Compliance with all environmental, health, and safety requirements, and maintaining cleanliness of the work area and machinery are also key aspects of this position.

Requirements

  • High school or equivalent
  • Functional, technical and computer skills
  • Familiarity with hand tools, manual measurement tools, computer-controlled test equipment, Outlook, Excel, and Word
  • Customer-focused and action-oriented
  • Problem solving, analytical reasoning, and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work independently and in teams
  • Demonstrated ability to manage time and perform multiple tasks simultaneously while affording top priority to business-critical issues
  • Obtain and maintain a TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance
  • U.S. citizenship

Nice To Haves

  • If you are a dual citizen (a citizen of the U.S. and another country), the Company must obtain approval for you to have access to the information required for this position. You will not be able to begin employment until such approval is obtained, and this may take several months.
  • No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Responsibilities

  • Grind, polish, and figure various optical materials to specified tolerances based on manufacturing instructions
  • Operate machines and conduct hand operations on optical surfaces with light supervision
  • Read and interpret technical drawings and technical work instructions to aid in machining and processing of optical materials
  • Actively monitor process controls and instructions in concert with Engineering and other Optical Manufacturing Technicians
  • Work with other Optical Manufacturing Technicians to develop basic machining and manufacturing skills along with developing an area of specialization
  • Assist in maintaining productivity and efficiency and meeting scheduled delivery dates through internal departmental communication and occasional external reporting
  • Comply with all environmental, health, and safety requirements
  • Clean machinery and maintain cleanliness of the work area
  • Support Quality Calibration to maintain compliance

Benefits

  • flexible time off benefit
  • robust learning resources
  • comprehensive benefits
  • healthcare
  • wellness
  • financial
  • retirement
  • family support
  • continuing education
  • time off benefits
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