Quality Technician - 1st shift

IDEX Corporation•Portage, MI

4d•$22 - $28

About The Position

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you. About Us: At Micro-LAM we don't just manufacture ultra precision optics — we build a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Recognized nationally as one of the Best Workplaces in the U.S., our award-winning team environment sets us apart. If you're passionate about quality and looking for a place where your work truly matters, we invite you to join our mission-driven team. Position Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician to ensure the highest quality standards in our ultra precision optics production. This 1st shift role is perfect for someone who thrives on precision, consistency, and meaningful collaboration with both customers and suppliers and can be productive in an off-shift.

Requirements

Minimum of Three (3) years of experience in a quality, inspection, metrology, similar manufacturing role, or equivalent experience.
Strong understanding of quality systems and standards, including ISO and internal quality procedures.
Experience working with optical components and precision-manufactured parts preferred.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions within defined responsibilities.
Ability to use relevant computer applications: MS Office, MS Outlook.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read and understand both optical and traditional blueprints.
Must have strong attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with optical components and precision-manufactured parts preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect and clean precision optical components using established procedures
Utilize precision measuring equipment to qualify parts
Perform dimensional and surface metrology using standard measurement equipment and advanced systems, Including: Profilometer, Interferometers, Other optical precision measurement equipment
Interpret and apply basic blueprint reading skills for inspection
Train and teach suppliers on internal quality standards and expectations
Engage in direct customer interactions regarding quality matters
Handle sensitive optical materials with care and precision
Sit for extended periods while performing repetitive tasks
Travel occasionally to vendor sites for audits and support