Technician - 2nd Shift

IDEX Corporation•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

The Technician supports the manufacturing, inspection, and processing of high-precision optical components. The role runs production orders, collaborates with engineering, supports process development, and contributes to continuous improvement. It requires attention to detail, consistency, teamwork, and the ability to work independently when needed. Depending on applicable duties, the Technician may operate and maintain grinding, lapping, polishing, CNC fabrication, and vacuum coating equipment; clean components using manual and spin-cleaning methods; inspect glass and crystal components to MIL specifications; prepare parts for shipment; calculate coating parameters; analyze spectrophotometer scans; and troubleshoot vacuum systems. The role follows written manufacturing procedures, safety training, PPE requirements, and operational guidelines.

Requirements

Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Experience with optical components is a plus.
Familiarity with cleanroom and ESD-safe environments is preferred.
Familiarity with microscope inspection techniques is preferred.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks requiring consistent mental and visual focus.
Strong hand-eye coordination for handling delicate components.
Proficiency with basic computer applications, including Word, Excel, and email.
Strong work ethic and desire to learn new skills.
Effective communication skills and ability to work within a team environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally, 20 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs continuously.
Ability to gown up and work in cleanroom environments as required.
Strict adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements.
Applicants for positions requiring access to controlled goods and technologies may need to qualify as a U.S. Person, as defined in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with optical components.
Familiarity with cleanroom and ESD-safe environments.
Familiarity with microscope inspection techniques.

Responsibilities

Perform high-precision optical metrology, including interferometry and optical part characterization.
Clean, handle, assemble, and package optical and opto-electronic components.
Conduct optical contacting processes.
Perform visual and microscope-based inspection of optical components.
Load, unload, and manipulate fragile optical parts and assemblies using appropriate tooling and fixtures.
Maintain inventory of cleanroom, manufacturing, and chemical supplies.
Maintain cleanroom and fabrication areas according to procedural and cleanliness standards.
Read, understand, and follow written manufacturing procedures.
Support documentation and development of manufacturing processes and procedures.
Participate in continuous improvement and process-development activities.
Transact production work orders through the ERP system.
Follow safety training, PPE requirements, and operational guidelines.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
If applicable, operate and maintain grinding, lapping, polishing, and CNC fabrication equipment.
If applicable, clean components before and after coating or during processing using manual and spin-cleaning methods.
If applicable, inspect glass and crystal components using MIL specifications.
If applicable, prepare parts for shipment.
If applicable, operate, load, unload, and maintain vacuum coating equipment for thin-film processes.
If applicable, calculate coating parameters based on historical data.
If applicable, perform and analyze spectrophotometer scans.
If applicable, troubleshoot vacuum systems.